How long have you been a BOMA New York member and how did you first get involved with the Association?
I joined BOMA New York about eleven-years ago.  At that time, my senior property manager was active in the Association and encouraged me to join.  It turned out to be an important professional move.

What are some of your responsibilities as a member of BOMA New York’s Board of Directors?
As a member of the Board, I assume the additional responsibilities of promoting BOMA NY and increasing membership among the younger generation of property managers.  I continue to highlight the importance of the many educational programs, as well as the real estate information and guidance that BOMA NY provides to our members.  I also enjoy working directly with the Board to discuss and understand new industry codes and regulations as they affect operations for our building owners and third-party management companies.

Are you part of any BOMA New York committees?  If so, please explain which committee and your role?
I am proud to have been a Pinnacle Awards Judge for the Operating Office Building Category Sub-Committee and for the Manager of the Year Category for the past several years.  Currently, I am on the Civic Betterment Committee, where we identify organizations in New York City who  are improving the lives for so many New Yorkers experiencing unfortunate circumstances.

Do you think being a member of BOMA New York has influenced your career?  If so, how and is there anyone specific to thank?
Being a member of BOMA NY has most definitely enhanced my knowledgebase and overall networking skills.  All of which has been helpful for securing my recent promotion to Associate Director at CBRE.  I would like to thank long-time BOMA New York member, Tom Krol, for encouraging me to join the Operating Office Building Pinnacle Award Sub-Committee ten-years ago – the first time I joined a committee.

How have your days as an accountant helped you as a property manager?
Having my CPA has assisted me in understanding the various and complex financial details involved in managing commercial real estate.  A property manager is, after all, the virtual CEO of a building.  My employment history as a real estate controller, coupled with my MS in Real Estate Finance, provides me with the ability to manage and operate buildings with value-add cost efficiency.

You’ve been at CBRE for nearly 14-years and have been at 1166 AOA for 11-years.  You’ve also won the Property Manager of the Year Pinnacle Award in 2018.   Today, what’s your biggest challenge and how are you solving it?
Most recently, my biggest challenge has been dealing with the effects of COVID-19, as they relate to building operations as well as our entire real estate community.  BOMA NY has been extremely helpful in providing me with the information and guidance needed to navigate our buildings through the many challenges presented by this dangerous pandemic.

If you could give advice to someone starting out in the commercial real estate industry, what would you share with them?
Take the time necessary to appreciate that property management is about not only the building, but more about problem solving, ownership relations, tenant structure and a high-level of customer service.  To be an effective property manager, one needs to learn about all aspects of a building’s unique culture, including operations, project management, leasing and sustainability – just the “tip of the iceberg!”

When you are not working, what do you enjoy doing with your spare time?
I live as well as work in the Big Apple, so I enjoy taking advantage of the many cultural experiences the city has to offer.  I especially enjoy spending time with my wife, Rosemarie and young son, Thomas.  In addition, I relax by exercising and traveling.

What are you doing different during the quarantine and have you started any new hobbies?
I’ve been perfecting my creative culinary, barista and mixology skills, while enjoying the opportunity for more family bonding.

What’s your favorite movie?
The Godfather

What’s your favorite book?
Liar’s Poker