Christopher Riccio Joins E|G Team at Douglas Elliman

Christopher Riccio

 Douglas Elliman, has announced that Christopher Riccio has joined the firm’s Eklund | Gomes Team. With a decade of experience in the real estate industry, Riccio has already brokered over half a billion dollars in sales at only 31 years old. Riccio joins Douglas Elliman with Elana Zinoman and will be based out of the Eklund | Gomes’ 16,000 square foot, Paris Forino-designed office at 963 Broadway in New York.

“A legend. A true legend. A true townhouse legend. We are thrilled to have Christopher join our team,” says Fredrik Eklund, co-founder of the Eklund | Gomes Team. “An incredible broker and an all-around nice guy, Christopher is the perfect new addition to our Eklund | Gomes family,” adds John Gomes, the other half of the eponymous Eklund | Gomes Team.

Riccio’s specialty is New York City’s luxury real estate market, with a focus on townhouses, brownstones, condos and mixed-use buildings downtown. He brings a total of over $55,000,000 worth of listings to Elliman in addition to an impressive track-record of closed deals, including a $21,000,000 sale at 38 Prince Street, $19,920,000 sale at 78 Morton Street, $19,700,000 sale at 26 Downing Street and $18,350,000 sale at 111 Waverly Place.

“I’m excited to work with such a dominant force in the industry,” says Riccio. “The Eklund | Gomes Team is an extremely well-run machine, backed by Douglas Elliman’s incredible resources in marketing, public relations and technology. I look forward to better servicing my clients and growing out my extensive high-end townhouse business with these invaluable tools.”

“We are proud to welcome both Christopher and Elana as the latest additions to Douglas Elliman,” says Steven James, President and CEO of Douglas Elliman New York City. “They represent the next generation of luxury brokers and we are confident that their success and influence in the downtown market will only flourish at our brokerage.”

Riccio’s current listing portfolio consists of, but not limited to, 245 West 13th Street for $11,700,000, 111 Bedford Street for $7,250,000 and 345 West 14th Street Penthouse for $5,750,000.

Riccio has consistently been ranked among the top brokers in New York City by The Real Deal, both in sales volume and dollar volume of current listings. Raised in upstate New York, Riccio made his way to Manhattan while pursuing a degree in finance and business administration and went on to work at The Bank of NY Mellon within Global Client Management, then UBS in Wealth Management. His real estate career began at the age of 22 and shortly thereafter he secured his first single-family, West Village townhouse sale for $7,300,000. Riccio currently resides in Flatiron and enjoys spending time at his country home in Saratoga Springs, NY.

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Brennan Zahler Returns Corcoran as a new Managing Director

Brennan Zahler

 The Corcoran Group, New York City’s top residential real estate brokerage firm, today announced that Brennan Zahler has returned to Corcoran as a new Managing Director in the top performing Soho office. Announcement of the move was made by Pamela Liebman, Corcoran’s President and CEO.

Zahler’s career in New York City real estate started in 2003 in Corcoran’s East Side office. While his career path took him away from Corcoran, Zahler has almost two decades of success in New York City real estate and has represented a diverse clientele of buyers, sellers, renters and landlords. Possessing an exceptional combination of strong negotiation skills and extensive knowledge of Manhattan, he was previously the Director of Sales at Warburg Realty's flagship office in Tribeca, tripling agent count in just five years.

As a new Managing Director in Corcoran’s Soho office, Zahler will work collaboratively with Senior Managing Director, Paula Manikowski, to ensure their agents have the tools to deliver superior results for their clients. With their collective expertise in pricing and negotiation – combined with the agent tools and world-class marketing that Corcoran provides – their agents have an unparalleled platform to achieve success. 

“I am thrilled to have Brennan back to Corcoran,” said Liebman. “When he started his career with us, he was hard working, eager to learn and he’s leveraged those strengths to become a highly respected real estate leader. I am confident that our Soho agents will achieve even greater success with his support and guidance.” 

Zahler remarked on his move, “Returning to Corcoran after starting my career on the Dennis Hughes Team is an incredible full circle moment. Corcoran is the preeminent real estate brand in New York City and I am excited to grow my career here for years to come. I remain incredibly grateful for my time at Warburg and for the invaluable five years that I spent working for Fred Peters.”

After graduating from Radford University in Virginia, Zahler was born and raised on the East End of Long Island and coincidentally, grew up on the same street as Corcoran’s current North Fork office. Outside of real estate, his interests include spending time with his family, playing tennis and golf, and enjoying great food and wine.

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Mighty All-Latina Team Led by Maria Velazquez Bolts To Compass

Maria Velazquez

Compass, has announced the arrival of a dynamic duo—Maria Velazquez and Davina Arroyave.

The veteran Velazquez team specializes in selling luxury homes in New York City and Florida and routinely represents international buyers, working on everything from new developments to bulk investment sales. 

"Our clients entrust us with the hefty task of identifying the best deals, and there is no better way to build on that trust than by pairing with Compass," said Maria Velazquez. "Doing so will allow me and Davina to have access to industry-disrupting technology to better service our clients and grow our business faster."

Maria is no stranger to headlines, having worked on impressive deals, including a bulk sale of over $40 million at 15 Willams Street and multiple units at 60 Riverside, paid in cash by investors who scored deals—accounting for 25 percent of sales in the building. 

Before Compass, Maria was a top agent at Douglas Elliman but decided to join Compass for its innovative digital tools. For example, Compass Lens launched last year and is an Al-powered tool that allows homeowners to envision what homes would look like with cosmetic upgrades to maximize their value.

"To stay at the top of the real estate industry, I need the best tools, and with Compass, I can send my clients the latest data and insights completely from my phone and showcase homes in a modern and compelling way," said Maria. 

A native of Colombia, Maria has resided in New York for 15 years, turning a two-week stay into a dedicated career in Big Apple real estate, breaking sales records and establishing herself as a highly sought-after agent. When not advising her local and international client base, Maria travels extensively throughout South America and other parts of the world and is a certified sommelier and food connoisseur. 

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Eloy Carmenate and Mick Duchon, Have Joined Corcoran

Eloy Carmenate

The Corcoran Group, today announced that Eloy Carmenate and Mick Duchon, top brokers and Miami market experts, have joined Corcoran. Announcement of the move was made by Pamela Liebman, Corcoran’s President and CEO.

The Carmenate/Duchon Team will be affiliated with Corcoran’s Miami Beach office and bring $179M in active inventory to Corcoran. With over 37 years of combined real estate experience, Carmenate and Duchon have sold over $2.5 billion in lifetime sales volume. Recognized by the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Variety and more, they have been one of the top teams at Douglas Elliman since 2016. 

With unparalleled local knowledge of one of the most architecturally diverse locations in the world, the powerhouse duo connects Miami’s most prestigious, exclusive and significant residences to the world’s most discerning buyers. With a reputation for success, they have represented the work of many internationally renowned architects, including Norman Foster and Herzog De Meuron. 

Mick Duchon

“We are thrilled to welcome Eloy and Mick to Corcoran,” said Liebman. “They have an incredible track record and are highly respected real estate experts, who are always one step ahead of the dynamic South Florida market. I am confident they will achieve even greater success with the resources and power of the Corcoran brand behind them.” 

Carmenate and Duchon remarked on their move, “Corcoran is synonymous with success, unparalleled client service and incredible agent support. We are aligned with the direction Corcoran is headed and are very excited for all that’s on the horizon. We remain tremendously grateful for our time at Douglas Elliman and leave with smiles on our faces.”

Carmenate has called Miami home since 1970, Duchon since 2005, and they are both residents of the sought-after Venetian Islands. Active in the South Florida community, Duchon is on the Executive Board of the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation and is a founding member of the Miami Beach Jewish Community Center.

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Kirsten Jordan Returns to Douglas Elliman

Kirsten Jordan

Last week on February 18th, Douglas Elliman announced that top producing New York City agent Kirsten Jordan has returned to the firm. With over 13 years of experience in the real estate industry, Kirsten is a seasoned professional and avid property investor. Kirsten and her team will be working out of the brokerage’s flagship office located at 575 Madison Avenue in Manhattan.

“Kirsten is one of the leading agents working in our industry and we are thrilled to have her back at Douglas Elliman,” said Howard M. Lorber, Executive Chairman, Douglas Elliman Realty, LLC. “Kirsten’s strong client relationships and business and marketing acumen will make her a great addition to our firm. We look forward to her continued success utilizing our global marketing and sales platforms.”

“I am excited to be returning to Douglas Elliman, the company where I first started my real estate career,” said Jordan. “Elliman is a powerhouse firm and with their global network, technology, marketing and public relations prowess, I am certain that I will be able to service my clients and customers even further.”

Since 2008, Jordan has brokered sales and rentals for Fortune 500 executives, Oscar-winning actors and mega-influencers with millions of followers. She has sold out three new developments in the city, for a total of $100M in new development sales and was the head of sales at the Upper West Side condominium, 175 West 95th Street and at a 14-unit condo, Gramercy North.

Jordan’s largest past sale transactions include The Penthouse at 403 Greenwich Street for $8.035MM the Penthouse at 174 Duane Street for $10.847MM and the 15th Floor at 812 Fifth Avenue for $9.95MM. 

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Isaac Zion joins Acram Group as Managing Partner

Acram Group, an entrepreneurial real estate firm previously known as JMC Holdings, LLC, is pleased to announce that Isaac Zion has joined the firm as a managing principal. Following a decade of developing a successful track record, the official name change illustrates the next phase of the firm’s evolution, highlighted by Zion joining the partnership. 

Founded in 2011, Acram Group focuses on the acquisition, development and management of covered land, office, multi-family and flex-industrial properties throughout the United States. With offices in New York, NY, Greenwich, CT, and Dallas, TX, Acram Group partners with family offices, institutional fund managers and other real estate platforms to execute its business plans. Acram Group’s current portfolio includes assets located throughout eight different metropolitan areas and is comprised of 2.5 million square feet along with a development pipeline totaling 1.5 million square feet. 

In his new role, Zion joins fellow managing principals, J. Matthew Cassin and David Taylor, to lead the firm. With a combined 60+ years of real estate experience, the partners will oversee Acram Group’s diverse, mixed-asset platform while simultaneously expanding the firm’s national reach and capabilities.

“I’m thrilled to embark on this next chapter with The Acram Group,” said Zion. “The partnership with Matt and David, my former colleagues, feels like a natural fit and I look forward to continuing to champion them in taking this impressive platform they have built and working alongside them to bring it to the next level of success.”

Prior to joining Acram Group earlier this year, Zion served as SL Green Realty Corp.’s (NYSE: SLG) co-Chief Investment Officer from 2011 through July of 2020 after having joined the organization in 2007. Zion led property acquisitions, dispositions, development, financings and joint ventures for the firm, along with spearheading the company’s suburban division/portfolio, which comprised over 35 buildings totaling more than 5 million square feet. Prior to joining SL Green, Zion was a Managing Director at Tishman Speyer for five years and spent the first several years of his real estate career at Insignia/ESG (now CBRE). Over his career, he has played a senior role in over $50 billion of investment activity, and in over 20 million square feet of leasing.

“The 10th anniversary of JMC Holdings signifies both the achievement of a major milestone for the company and a pivotal moment for David and I in deciding its future growth and evolution,” said J. Matthew Cassin, founding principal of Acram Group. “Isaac will be a terrific partner, as our longstanding relationship and frequent collaboration regarding strategy, growth opportunities, market dynamics, etc. lent themselves to recognition of a collective strategic vision that addressed the company’s outgrowth and laid the foundation for Acram Group. Isaac will be a tremendous asset to our team as we build upon our track record and expand the breadth of our success with this new endeavor.”

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Douglas Elliman's Noble Black Team Expands with Hire of David Eskander

Douglas Elliman Real Estate,has announced that luxury hospitality executive, David Eskander, has joined the firm’s prestigious Noble Black Team.

David Eskander

Eskander’s transition into real estate follows a decade-long career in the hospitality industry where he held several executive business development roles for some of the most distinguished luxury hotel companies including The Leading Hotels of the World, WorldHotels and Small Luxury Hotels of the World, among others. With experience spearheading global and domestic development efforts for major hospitality brands, he is well versed in complex negotiations, real estate cycles and marketing and design trends. Eskander’s global business acumen and luxury hospitality background make him an exceptional partner for buyers and sellers who will benefit from his client-focused business philosophy and first-class service approach.

Led by one of New York City’s premier brokers, Noble Black, the team is consistently ranked as a top producing team in Manhattan. In 2019, The Noble Black Team was Douglas Elliman’s #3 team in Manhattan by Gross Commission Income in addition to the firm’s #1 top new development team.

“With David's background in luxury sales and exceptional customer service, he was a natural fit for our team,” said Black.

“I’m thrilled to join Noble and his remarkable team at Douglas Elliman as I embark on this next chapter of my career,” said Eskander. “With so many complementary aspects between the two industries, the shift from the hospitality world to real estate feels like a natural progression. I look forward to utilizing the unique skills and service-oriented approach I’ve honed over the past decade to bring value to this team and help my clients find their dream homes.”  

Residence 4A of the historic Cast Iron House in Tribeca is Eskander’s first listing with Douglas Elliman for which he joins fellow agents from the Noble Black Team to represent the impressive 3,197 square-foot four-bedroom, three-bathroom corner duplex. Originally built in 1881 and revitalized by the Pritzker Prize award-winning architect, Shigeru Ban, the boutique condominium at 67 Franklin Street boasts a classic 19th-century cast-iron façade that works in tandem with modern interiors and a suite of amenities to create the perfect home.

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NYC Broker and Social Media Agency Founder, Ryan Garson, Partners with Compass

Compass announced that Ryan Garson and his six-person team have joined the firm. Garson, an influential Manhattan and Brooklyn real estate agent who has transacted over $100 million in sales, will pair his personalized approach and innovative marketing aptitude with Compass' in-house creative teams and the company's industry-leading technology to reimagine what is possible. 

"Ryan's entrepreneurial and creative talents will elevate what is it means to provide great service to his clients," said Rory Golod, President, Tri-State. 

Aside from his working as an agent, Ryan also leads Very Social, a strategic creative and social media agency that specializes in building and amplifying the brands of real estate professionals around the country through tailored social media strategies. As part of his partnership with Compass, Ryan will have access to the firm's extensive network and will be a preferred agency vendor. 

The partnership comes at a time when Compass is heavily investing in tech-oriented solutions. This month, the company acquired Modus, a Seattle-based startup that automates the closing process of selling a home. Earlier this year, the venture-backed firm announced the release of Compass Lens, an AI-powered tool that allows homeowners to envision what homes would look like with cosmetic upgrades to maximize the home's value. 

"Joining Compass provides me with unrivaled technology and dedicated support staff that will help me better serve my clients," said Garson. "Real estate and marketing are constantly evolving, and I want to be at the forefront of innovation." 

Garson was previously at Halstead, which recently merged with Brown Harris Stevens, where he achieved over 400 client success stories. He currently serves on the Garment District Board, is a founding member of the Anti-Defamation League's NY Next Generation Real Estate Group, and on the Executive Board of the 14th Street Y. 

Ryan's active listings portfolio includes  54 Warren Street, Unit PH, 77 Bleecker Street, Unit 1025, and 101 West 12th Street, Unit 3G.

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Real Estate Moves: Naftali Group Promotes David Hochfelder to CIO

The Benson

On the heels of launching sales at The Benson – Madison Avenue’s first new condominium on the Upper East Side in 20 years – privately-held global real estate and investment firm Naftali Group is pleased to announce the promotion of David Hochfelder. Appointed to Chief Investments Officer from Executive Vice President of Acquisitions, Hochfelder will play an integral role in leading, identifying and securing opportunities that will continue to define Naftali’s expanding New York and national portfolio.

As CIO, Mr. Hochfelder will be responsible for all investments for the company including sourcing, structuring and execution. Additionally, he’ll be recruiting new investors and managing existing investor relations. A finance expert by trade, Hochfelder has been critical in the investment of more than $6 billion of real estate acquisitions throughout his career. Prior to joining Naftali Group, Hochfelder worked at RFR Holding, The City Investment Fund and The Lightstone Group.

Known for leading some of the most significant developments and landmark restorations in New York City, Naftali is focused on expanding its residential portfolio in the New York region. The firm is currently developing three buildings on the Upper East Side. In addition to The Benson, Naftali’s other residential projects include a building at 1165 Madison Avenue that will transform a prime corner at the 86th Street intersection and a new starchitect-designed tower by Robert A.M. Stern at 200 East 83rd Street.

Earlier this summer, Naftali acquired 470 Kent Avenue, one of the last and largest developable sites on the Williamsburg waterfront, for $102.38 million. This purchase is the largest land transaction recorded since the city’s shutdown earlier this year. 

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Erik Conover The World's Most Watched Agent Joins Nest Seekers

Nest Seekers International just announced the addition of Erik Conover, the most followed agent on YouTube in the world, to the brokerage. This latest addition is another move on Nest Seekers' part to expand their media empire and reach into the luxury market.

CEO Eddie Shapiro has long known Erik Conover to be ahead of his time, resourceful, and someone who can deliver content and results in the digital age. The decision to bring Erik into the brokerage was a natural progression and a collision of passion and capabilities. Nest Seekers’ expertise in the luxury market and worldwide reach collided with Erik’s worldwide persona as both an agent and YouTube star with nearly 1.5 million subscribers.

Erik’s extremely successful YouTube channel that has garnered over 111 million views since inception. His “Luxury Listings” series has 26 episodes that boast a total of over 64 million views, making each episode average 2.47 million views. Luckily for Nest Seekers, those views translate to deals, as Erik has been a part of hundreds of millions in sales indirectly from his tours.

The team is launching specific programs and shows positioned to create massive exposure to Developers and Development projects in New York City, The Hamptons, Miami, Los Angeles, and London as well as High-End properties in those regions and more. Erik spent the past few years building a well targeted loyal audience of buyers and sellers and general real estate lovers. The first two shows are called "ICONS", which will give an inside look at the most luxurious properties in the World and the second "LEGACY" showcasing prominent development projects and the most prolific developers who envision and construct them.

“We are thrilled to welcome Erik into the Nest Seekers family. He has amassed an incredibly large audience and viewership with his YouTube channel and his “Luxury Listings” series. He’s really tapped into a new innovative way to market and brand yourself and has created a massive following along the way. His talent in understanding brands, marketing and creating the highest quality of real estate content as well as selling homes will be a huge asset and great addition to the family.” said Eddie Shapiro, Founding President and CEO of Nest Seekers International.

Erik Conover said that “Joining Nest Seekers is a great honor and privilege. Eddie is one of the most hardworking and tenacious people I’ve met in the real estate business. His experience, and vision of building and empowering great talent and brands within the firm as well his expansive knowledge of luxury and ultra-luxury markets makes this the greatest opportunity. I’m happy to have found my new home in the Nest Seekers family and am even more excited about what’s to come. We have so many great plans and we are executing around the clock.”

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The Holl-Geller Team Leaves Corcoran For Douglas Elliman

One of New York City’s top-selling real estate teams, The Holl-Geller Team led by Caroline Holl and Stephen Geller, have joined Douglas Elliman from Corcoran today. The team, which also includes Michael Russell and Jennifer Geller, will be based out of Douglas Elliman’s flagship 575 Madison Avenue office.  

The Holl-Geller Team is in the top 1% of all NRT agents nationwide and have had two “Big Ticket” sales in The New York Times – one in January 2015 for a $52.9 million full-floor apartment at One57 and one in April 2013 for a $13 million deal at 25 Columbus Circle, 69B which was the most expensive sale of that week . 

“Caroline and Stephen are two of the leading agents in New York City real estate and we are thrilled to have them join Douglas Elliman,” said Howard M. Lorber, Executive Chairman of Douglas Elliman Realty, LLC. “Caroline and Stephen’s backgrounds in finance and law combined with their exceptional and discreet service to their clients are what differentiates them. We look forward to their success at our company.”

“We are thrilled to have Caroline and Stephen joining our team,” said Brad Loe, Executive Manager of Sales in New York City for Douglas Elliman. “Their in-depth knowledge of the New York marketplaces and business acumen make them a great addition to Douglas Elliman where they will be working from the 575 Madison Avenue office.”

Caroline and Stephen are both long term New Yorkers (lifelong, in Stephen’s case) and have a passion for the city they call home as well as an encyclopedic knowledge of all of Manhattan and Brooklyn’s unique neighborhoods. Caroline and Stephen also specialize in the specific challenges facing international buyers given Caroline’s European background. In addition, through their partnerships with top agents in the Hamptons and Palm Beach area, they have a long and successful track record of helping their clients in those locations.

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The Stanton Hoch Team Moves To Compass

Jordan Hoch and Wesley Stanton

Compass, has announced that Wesley Stanton, Jordan Hoch, and their seven-member team (The Stanton Hoch Team) have joined the firm. They transacted over $85 million in sales in 2019 - ranking first or second in total transaction volume at Douglas Elliman over the last two years. 

"We're confident that Compass will enable us to more effectively service our clients' needs in today's ever-changing landscape," said Jordan Hoch.

The team specializes in marketing new developments and has a niche professional client base ranging from doctors and lawyers to bankers. 

"We joined Compass for its collaborative ethos and unparalleled commitment to technological innovation," said Wesley Stanton. 

Compass agents have access to the company's technology platform of tools and services that is regularly updated and empowers them to work via their mobile devices from any location.

The team will be onboarded virtually and eventually work out of the  Upper West Side Office at 2150 Broadway. 

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Compass Hires Top Keller Williams Team and Expands in New Jersey

Compass has announced the arrival of The Oldendorp Group, the top-ranked team in Morris County, New Jersey. Led by Susan and Zander Oldendorp, the team closed over $116 million in sales in 2019.

Susan Oldendorp

"We're excited to be the first Compass real estate team in northern New Jersey," said Susan Oldendorp. "We look forward to combining Compass's industry-leading technology with our extensive real estate expertise to provide the ultimate client experience." 

The sixteen-person team is comprised of regional and industry experts who specialize in navigating city-dwellers move to suburban communities near the New Jersey/New York Direct Trai Line including Madison, Chatham, Harding, Summit, Morris Township, Morristown, Florham Park, Berkeley Heights and New Providence.

Zander Oldendorp

The Oldendorp Group will be onboarded virtually through Enboarder, a virtual onboarding solution, and will be the first team to join the Short Hills office. For the time being, the team will be working from home.

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Jessica Chestler and Ben Jacobs Join Douglas Elliman

 Douglas Elliman Real Estate,has welcomed Jessica Chestler and Ben Jacobs to the firm, launching The Chestler Jacobs Team based out of the 575 Madison Avenue office.  Jacobs, who is dually licensed, will split his time between New York and Florida and will also be based out of the 1111 Lincoln Road corporate office in Miami Beach.

Chestler and Jacobs have over $350 million of combined sales under their belts.  They will continue to serve the needs of their clientele throughout New York City while also catering to clients looking to invest in or relocate to South Florida.  Chestler and Jacobs bring a keen understanding of the market and over 15 years of experience working with buyers, sellers, tenants and owners to their new role.  Jacobs, having grown up in a real estate family, will contribute his strong background and unique expertise navigating the specific ins and outs of various New York City neighborhoods in addition to those in Miami.  Both come to Elliman from CORE Real Estate.

"We are so excited to have Jessica and Ben joining our team," said Brad Loe, Executive Manager of Sales in New York City for Douglas Elliman. “They have both consistently brought a high level of enthusiasm and professionalism to their individual work and are a great fit for each other and for our firm.”

The newly formed Chestler and Jacobs Team will also include Blanca Stempel and Michael Kahler.  Stempel, a former fashion executive with a passion for real estate and an eye for visual detail, worked alongside Jacobs during their time together at CORE.  A native of Valencia, Spain, Stempel now owns real estate in the Hudson Square neighborhood of New York City and understands the needs of clients looking to call New York home.  Kahler, a creative dealmaker with over 12 years of marketing, sales and sales management experience to his credit, is originally from Dallas, TX and has lived in Manhattan and Brooklyn for the past six years.  Chestler and Jacobs also currently reside in New York – Chestler in TriBeCa and Jacobs in both Williamsburg, Brooklyn and Miami Beach, FL.

"I have always admired Ben’s work ethic and personal character," said Chestler. “He goes above and beyond for his clients which is something I also pride myself on.  I know that we’ll work well together, and we’re thrilled to be embarking on this new phase under the auspices of Douglas Elliman’s excellent reputation in this industry.”

"Jessica is a true pro, always offering innovative ideas and with an unmatched understanding of social media and the future of our field," added Jacobs. “With Douglas Elliman’s established brokerage throughout the country, it was an obvious decision to combine our skills and resources, as well as bringing in Blanca and Michael, in order to service our relocation and investment clients under one brand.”

In addition to real estate, Chestler is passionate about travelling, biking, golfing, and collecting contemporary art.  She sits on the young associate boards of both the Rema Hort Mann Foundation and the Union Settlement as well as the Henry Street Settlements board for their annual Art Show.  In his spare time, Jacobs love to travel, read, play tennis and spend time with his family.

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Sukenik / Glazer Team Leaves Douglas Elliman For Compass

Compass, has announced that leading real estate agents Darren Sukenik and Benjamin Glazer joined the firm in late December. The Sukenik Glazer Team is one of NYC’s top residential teams with more than $5 billion in recent sales. 

Benjamin Glazer.

At their prior firm, Douglas Elliman, The Sukenik Glazer Team was named #1 in Tribeca/ West Village, a top 10 team in NYC from 2008-2018, and consistently ranked among the top-performing teams in the nation by The Wall Street Journal/ REAL Trends. 

“Darren and Ben lead one of the most successful teams not only in NYC, but in the nation, and we are excited to welcome them to the Compass family,” said Rory Golod, New York Regional President. “As team leaders and entrepreneurs, Darren and Ben’s customer-focused approach has driven their incredible track record, and we look forward to fully supporting their goals here at Compass.”

A tour-de-force in the resale sphere, The Sukenik Glazer Team also has seasoned expertise in new development having led sales at some of Manhattan’s most notable projects including 150 Charles, 10 Madison Square West, 111 Murray Street, 17 e 12th Street, 111 Leroy, and 565 Broome. The team also secured record-breaking transactions at Superior Ink (15 sales)  as well as One Morton Square (68 sales.)

Sukenik also owns his own interior design firm, TWENTIETHCENTURY, where he draws upon his fashion background to help clients achieve their ideal aesthetic, and points to the Compass Concierge home improvement program as a way to complement his full-service approach.

Darren Sukenik

“After nearly 20 great years at Douglas Elliman, I felt it was time to make a change and join a company with their pulse on the future of the real estate industry,” said Sukenik. “The Compass Concierge program is a service I know will exponentially benefit my clients and my overall business strategy through my interior design group. It creates so many opportunities I otherwise would not have.”

“The technology and the culture at Compass are also what drew us to the firm,” added Glazer, a luxury sales specialist since 2002. “Compass empowers us to run our team like a small business with incredible support from leadership and marketing on a local and national level.”

The Sukenik Glazer Team will be based out of Compass’ 110 Fifth Avenue office.

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