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2026 Women in CRE: Andrea Healy, Green Leaf Construction
September 25, 2026
What advice or perspective would you share with women building their careers in CRE?
My advice to women building careers in construction is to develop your expertise, speak with confidence, and embrace opportunities to lead. Construction is an industry that rewards those who are willing to learn,
2026 Women in CRE: Sarah Mark, DHK Architects, Inc.
September 25, 2026
What professional accomplishment or experience are you especially proud of?
The MBTA Symphony Station renovation, now in construction, was my first large scale project (beginning in 2016). I am proud to be the project manager/design architect for this significant project that will finally bring critically needed accessibility upgrades
2026 Women in CRE: Connie Howard, CIREC US Properties
September 25, 2026
What professional accomplishment or experience are you especially proud of?
This last year has been a very exciting one as I was honored to have won ‘Commercial Realtor of the Year’ from the Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors and received a NAR recognition for outstanding achievement in CRE.
2026 Women in CRE: Angelina Jockovich, Studio G Architects
September 25, 2026
>What has helped shape the way you approach your work and career?
The biggest influence on my career has been understanding that housing is the foundation for so much in a person’s life. Growing up, I witnessed the impact of displacement and learned that housing provides more than shelter
2026 Women in CRE: Carla Cabral, Mass. Housing Partnership (MHP)
September 25, 2026
What has helped shape the way you approach your work and career?
My career was shaped mostly by an unexpected start in public housing, where I built on my language and customer service skills and developed broad industry expertise.
2026 Women in CRE: Ozge Diler Himes, Finegold Alexander Architects
September 25, 2026
What professional accomplishment or experience are you especially proud of?
I’m proud to see the projects I work on come to life. I’ll always remember visiting The Commons at Babson College’s Horn Library after its completion. After spending so much time developing the digital model,
2026 Women in CRE: Karen Sakey, Elkus Manfredi Architects
September 25, 2026
What has helped shape the way you approach your work and career?
I’ve learned that no two projects – and no two clients – are ever quite the same. Every project has its own priorities and constraints, and many valuable lessons have come from unexpected challenges.
2026 Women in CRE: Rosa Zhang, Keller Williams
September 25, 2026
What has helped shape the way you approach your work and career?
Continuous learning has shaped the way I approach my career. Through Harvard real estate and finance programs, CCIM education, and industry involvement, I’ve continued to strengthen my knowledge
2026 Women in CRE: Rachel Marks, JLL
September 25, 2026
>What are you most excited about in your work or the commercial real estate industry right now?
What excites me most is seeing companies make big, long-term real estate decisions again. In industrial, we’re seeing some of the largest users and space requirements Greater Boston has seen in years, a strong signal of where the market is headed.
2026 Women in CRE: Emily Thornton, Corderman & Company
September 25, 2026
What are you most excited about in your work or the CRE industry right now?
What excites me most is how new technology has enabled our field team, office team, and project partners to stay connected in real time. Mobile apps, 360° site capturing, and cloud platforms are what make it possible.
2026 Women in CRE: Randy Kaston, Ligris + Associates PC
September 25, 2026
What professional accomplishment or experience are you especially proud of?
While I have been honored to celebrate many achievements throughout my career, I am most proud of the impact I’ve had mentoring new attorneys, lenders, brokers, and others in the commercial real estate world.
2026 Women in CRE: Diana Perry, Rumphius Marketing
September 25, 2026
What advice or perspective would you share with women building their careers in CRE?
Early in your career, it’s easy to focus on the next title, promotion or what you think you’re supposed to be working toward. I’ve learned it’s more valuable to understand what matters to you and build from there.
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