2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Kevin Tavares, Chapman Construction/Design

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the last 12 months, I am most proud of advancing in my career to become a senior supervisor. After being in the construction industry for more than 15 years, I have met some great mentors who have helped me achieve my current level of success.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Aaron Hoydich, Pariseault Builders

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of the completion of the Achievement First High School. We were able to finish on time so the students could start their school year as expected. I’m proud to have been involved in a project that was impactful to the community.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Joanna Manfro, Matthews R.E. Investment Services

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the past year, I’ve made a successful transition from the principal side to brokerage, in first few months having already secured the sale of a highly coveted $45.5 million shopping center in Westport, CT, and currently have three additional deals

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Peter Arsenault, Northstar Project & Real Estate Services

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I was interested in transitioning to the OPM field and after completing numerous life science construction projects, Northstar onboarded me. For the past 3 years, I have represented Takeda Pharmaceutical, Finch Therapeutics and Ambri.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Brandon Mitchell, Malone Commercial Brokers

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? One of my biggest accomplishments within the last year is helping one of my very first clients successfully transition from a small, high-maintenance multifamily portfolio into a larger industrial investment.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Jennifer Small, Malone Commercial Brokers

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? The accomplishment I am most proud of in the past 12 months is completing my CCIM certification. This designation is held by less than 6% of people in the commercial real estate industry and that number significantly decreases

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Mike Anderson, Malone Commercial Brokers

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’ve continued to grow my relationships with existing and new clients including taking on more business brokerage assignments in addition to my commercial real estate brokerage work; they often go hand in hand.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Vrajesh Patel, Columbia

How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? Possibly the most difficult aspect of my life is balancing personal life and my career, but it was important for me to understand that life/work balance is not one size fits all.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Nicholas Bottari, Gienapp Architects

How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? In a word, scheduling. Recognizing the most significant priorities at the start of each week allows me to dedicate time effectively and focus on the most pressing items. It’s equally important to set boundaries.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Moses Guadalupe, Tecta America New England

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? One of our current projects for a general contractor has had ongoing addendums and revisions to the drawings, making it challenging to stay on top of things so details won’t be overlooked.