Category: Spotlight Content

2023 Year in Review: Gary Zamperelli, Nationwide Security Service

2023 Year in Review: Gary Zamperelli, Nationwide Security Service

December 29, 2023
What emerging trends will drive investment and development in 2024? There is no trend larger or that will have a major impact on the security industry than artificial intelligence (AI). The security AI trend would also include a blend of AI and cybersecurity.
2023 Year in Review: Itamar Chalif, Rockland Trust Bank

2023 Year in Review: Itamar Chalif, Rockland Trust Bank

December 29, 2023
What person, project, transaction, or market trend had the greatest impact on your industry this year? Interest rates are a market trend with a strong impact on business. Property that yesterday would have “cash flowed” with rent it was receiving doesn’t necessarily do so today because the cost of money is higher.
2023 Year in Review: Jason Atwood, Northstar Project & Real Estate Services

2023 Year in Review: Jason Atwood, Northstar Project & Real Estate Services

December 29, 2023
What person, project, transaction, or market trend had the greatest impact on your industry this year? Without a doubt, rising interest rates had the single greatest impact on the commercial real estate development industry this year. Increased borrowing costs combined with inflationary forces challenged project teams to problem solve
2023 Year in Review: John Famiglietti, Commercial Connection LLC

2023 Year in Review: John Famiglietti, Commercial Connection LLC

December 29, 2023
What person, project, transaction, or market trend had the greatest impact on your industry this year? Rising Interest Rates impacted our industry; even with construction costs down and the supply chain improving; demand slowed down to pre- pandemic years. Investors took a break on development plans watching the economy and interest rates.
Check out NEREJ's <br>2023 Year in Review!

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2023 Year in Review!

December 29, 2023
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Check out NEREJ's <br>Top Projects of 2023!

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Top Projects of 2023!

December 22, 2023
Check out NEREJ's Top Projects of 2023!
2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Brooke Woodson of Shawmut Design and Construction

2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Brooke Woodson of Shawmut Design and Construction

December 1, 2023
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? To further Shawmut’s commitment to DEI, this year, I was proud to launch our Diverse Partnerships Program – an initiative that provides more opportunities for diverse vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers. The program enables economic, social, and community opportunity
2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Susan Shelby of Rhino PR

2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Susan Shelby of Rhino PR

December 1, 2023
What makes this nominee an Industry Leader? “I have worked with Susan Shelby for 22 years and am continuously impressed by her industry knowledge, leadership, and professionalism. She mentors not only the future leaders of the design and construction industry, but also her colleagues and clients.
2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Thomas Shihadeh of Marcus & Millichap

2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Thomas Shihadeh of Marcus & Millichap

December 1, 2023
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Our team’s consistency this year is a testament to their hard work and commitment. Our office handled a majority of the firm’s 150+ investment sales in Boston & New England this year.
2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Tara Reilly of Elkus Manfredi Architects

2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Tara Reilly of Elkus Manfredi Architects

December 1, 2023
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? We designed a new office for Publicis Groupe, bringing together seven brands and 1,500 employees. We knew that engaging employees in the process was critical to its success, and that the standard design process wouldn’t be adequate to engage so many participants.
2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Greg Feroli of District Real Estate Advisors

2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Greg Feroli of District Real Estate Advisors

November 24, 2023
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Limani – Washington, D.C. Over the past few years, I have worked to secure several locations (including Chestnut Hill and Seaport) for my client, Limani. I am especially proud of closing the Washington, D.C.
2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Rachana Kheraj of Bridgeline Exteriors

2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Rachana Kheraj of Bridgeline Exteriors

November 24, 2023
Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness.Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: Lead by example and not by authority, gaining both respect and trust.