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The Industry Remembers Sale-Leaseback Pioneer William Polk Carey
After the passing of sale-leaseback trailblazer William Polk Carey, his legacy was remembered by industry professionals who knew him as “fearless” and “a pioneer.”
Bill Carey's Legacy
When Wm. Polk Carey passed away yesterday, he left behind a legacy. The 81-year-old founder & chairman of multibillion-dollar investment management company W. P. Carey & Co. was a trailblazer in the sale-leaseback arena.
Industry Movers: New Hires and Promotions
Despite the holiday season, December has been busy for many firms — JLL, Transwestern and CBRE, among others — with some new hires and promotions to key positions.
Burger Named Co-CEO of Silverstein
In an effort to continue the firm’s ongoing expansion outside its New York City base, Silverstein Properties Inc. has announced the appointment of Martin Burger as co-CEO. Burger, who joined Silverstein in February 2010, will now work directly alongside president & CEO Larry Silverstein.
Real Estate Industry Loses Leader, Philanthropist Joe Robert
Joseph E. Robert Jr., founder of global real estate investment management firm J.E. Robert Cos., has lost his battle with cancer.
Around the Industry: Hirings and Promotions
News from around the industry: Barry Bartle has been named president of NAI Horizon’s property-management division. Mark Jaccom will become co-chair of Colliers’ New York tri-state region. Resource Real Estate hired John Towle as chief marketing officer. And Rick Del Roio has become Beech Street’s vice president of credit.
Week in Review: Industry Moves and Hires
This week has seen four major hires: David Morrison as global head of strategy at CBRE-GI; Javier Rosenberg as Radisson COO and Carlson EVP; John Gavin as principal with Sterling Bay; and Mark Wanic as Cushman’s head of occupier services in the Americas.
Impactful Women
Five remarkable women were awarded CREW Network’s 2011 Impact Awards. CPE offers videotaped insights and written profiles of these pioneers, negotiators and mediators — specializing in development, service and finance.
Making an Impact: CREW Network Impact Award Winners
The winners of the 2011 CREW Network Impact Awards talk on CPE TV about leadership, business success and giving back during a difficult economy.
McRoberts Joins Prudential Mortgage, Latest in String of GSE Departures
Prudential Mortgage Capital has hired Michael McRoberts, the latest in a string of departures from the government-sponsored enterprises, to head its Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac lending business.