MOVERS & MILESTONES Costantini retires from Hoffmann Architects + Engineers
BRAINTREE, MA According to Af- fordable Housing and Services Collaborative, Inc. (AHSC), a non- AHSC names Benjamin as an assistant development manager
TOP DOGS Commercial Real Estate Program celebrates Class of 2025
GUILFORD, CT Grey Ledge Advisors (GLA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Schulitz, CFP, CAIA, as president. Schu l i t z Grey Ledge Advisors appoints Schulitz as the firms new president
NEW HAVEN, CT According to Hoff- mann Architects + Engineers, a design firm specializing in the rehabilitation of building ex- teriors, Debo- rah Costantini, AIA, senior architect, has retired. Her last day with the firm was December 19, 2025, marking 20 years of service. Costantini joined Hoffmann in 1997 as a project manager, ap- plying her degree in architectural engineering from Roger Williams University to building enclosure rehabilitation projects. After two years, she left her position to care for her two young sons, then returned to Hoffmann in 2007 as project architect. In 2014, in recognition of her leadership and technical knowledge, Costantini was promoted to senior architect. Three years later, founder John Hoffmann,FAIAofferedCostanti- ni ownership stakes in the compa- ny, and she became a shareholder. Since then, she has helped shape the growth and direction of the firm and has become Hoffmann’s senior specialist in roofing, leading project teams and training emerg- ing professionals in the nuances of technical details and forensic investigation. Freytag joins Holland & Knight’s Private Wealth Services Group BOSTON, MA Holland & Knight has strengthened its Private Wealth Services Group, the larg- Deborah Costantini
profit organiza - tion that owns and develops affordable rent- al communi- ties, has added Shanon-Imani Benjamin as an assistant development
joins GLA as the firm con- tinues to build on its track re- cord of strong year-over-year
Michael Schulitz
Shanon-Imani Benjamin
growth and commitment to deliv- ering on behalf of its clients. He will report to Ken Russell, who remains chief executive officer, and will continue to guide the firm’s strategic direction and pursue new growth opportunities. “Our success has always been built on the strength of our people and the trust of our clients. Mike brings both deep expertise and genuine care for clients, and I’m proud to support him as he takes on this leadership role,” said Russell. HUNT Real Estate/ERA Key names Evans as regional vice president WORCESTER, MA According to HUNT Real Estate, Dave Evans has been appointed regional vice
manager. In this role, she will assist the organization on multiple project initiatives that support AHSC’s development team. She will work with a variety of key stakeholders in all phases of the real estate de- velopment process from project concept to completion. MountainOne promotes Barrow to commercial portfolio manager NORTH ADAMS, MA MountainOne promotes Peter Barrow to com- mercial portfolio manager. In this role,
PROVIDENCE, RI Elite Commercial Realty Group, in collaboration with HomeSmart, celebrated the graduation of the Commercial TOP DOGS Class of 2025, mark- ing the successful completion of an intensive commercial real estate training program focused on building high-performing CRE professionals. The TOP DOGS program, led by Michael Alves, trainer and program leader, is designed to provide agents with real-world commercial expertise, including market analysis, deal structur- ing, prospecting strategies, and disciplined execution. The 2025 class demonstrated outstanding North Easton Savings Bank named to the Top Place to Work list EASTON, MA For the fourth consec- utive year, North Easton Savings Bank has been named one of the Top Places to Work in 2025 by The Boston Globe . This news caps a year full of awards and achievements, includ- ing being named to Newsweek ’s 2025listofAmerica’sBestRegion- al Banks and Credit Unions and receiving a Corporate Citizenship Award from Boston Business Jour- nal as one of Massachusetts’ top corporate charitable contributors for the year. Additionally, Jeffrey Charnel, vice president com- mercial banking at North Easton Savings Bank, was recognized this year as one of “40 Under 40” by Boston Business Journal . TherecentFDICDepositMarket Share Report also highlighted the bank’s emergence as a standout performer, capturing more than one-third of all market growth across its region, and earlier this year, North Easton Savings Bank announced a strategic partnership with Greenlight Financial Technol- ogy, Inc. in an effort to emphasize financial literacy among youth. “We are honored to be rec- ognized once again,” said Rich Spencer, president & CEO.
commitment by fully engaging in the program and applying its principles to live commercial scenarios. Graduates of the TOP DOGS Class of 2025 include: Mathew Card, Ryan Traynor, Eric Ouhrabka, Wilfredo Tangui, Jessica Rebello, Yolanda Nazario, Donna Dalton, Holly Regoli, and Gina Ronci. Special recognition is extended to Dean deTonnancourt, owner of HomeSmart, for his continued leadership and investment in professional development, and for supporting initiatives that elevate commercial real estate education and performance. BROOKLINE, MA Chestnut Hill Realty has received a top ranking on the nationwide 2026 Best Places to Work in Multifamily list, produced annually by the Multifamily Inno- vation Council. CHR placed #25 on the list of companies managing 5,000-20,000 apartments, and is the highest ranking employer in New England. The Best Places to Work program recognizes organizations that create the strongest employee experiences in the apartment indus- try. This is the sixth consecutive year Chestnut Hill Realty has been named to the list and sixth time CHR has placed in the top 25. Rankings are determined through an independently con- ducted national survey based on confidential employee feedback. This method ensures that the results reflect the authentic experiences of the people who work at these organizations. Companies in the multifamily industry opt-in to participate in the survey. “When our employees feel supported and aligned with our mission – Managing People’s Homes with Pride – everything improves,” said Ed Zuker, CHR founder and CEO. “We take pride in our company culture.” Chestnut Hill Realty recognized for workplace excellence
Barrow plays a key part in sup- porting the suc- cess of Moun- tainOne’s com- mercial lending relationships.
president for the company’s Massachusetts region, home to ERA Key Realty Ser- vices. Evans brings more than two
Peter Barrow
He brings financial insight, credit analysis expertise, and thought- ful collaboration to the lending process, working closely with commercial loan officers and business clients to ensure financ - ing solutions are well-structured and aligned with business needs. Barrow will also monitor and man- age existing loan relationships to support long-term portfolio health and client growth. Skanska names Cheney as a program director BOSTON, MA Skanska has appoint- ed Jason Cheney as a program director for Skanska’s Integrat-
Dave Evans
decades of leadership experi- ence in real estate management, brokerage operations, and team development, over 14 of those years with HUNT. In his current role as regional vice president for HUNT’s Capital Region in New York, he has strengthened performance by elevating sales professional support, fostering collaboration, and advancing service-driven strategies. In this expanded role, Evans will focus on strengthening sales professional resources, enhancing recruiting initiatives, and sup- porting the continued growth of ERA Key Realty Services and the broader Massachusetts region as part of HUNT’s commitment to full-service real estate across New York and New England. He will continue to serve concurrently as regional vice president for the HUNT Capital Region, extending his leadership across two of the organization’s most strategically important markets.
est practice of its kind in the country, with the addition of partner Dara Lynn Freytag. Freytag’s experience in- cludes advis-
Dara Lynn Freytag
ing clients on multigenerational wealth transfers, business suc- cession planning, gift and income tax planning, charitable planning, prenuptial agreements and estate administration. She is well-versed in drafting and designing sophisti- cated estate plans and transfer tax planning strategies. Freytag began her legal career working in the Norfolk County Probate and Family Court in Can- ton, Mass., and in the Estate and Gift Tax Division of the Internal Revenue Service in Boston prior to entering private practice.
ed Solutions (SIS) group. Cheney brings more than 20 years of expe- rience in the industry and a robust track record in con-
Jason Cheney
struction leadership, business development and preconstruction management across healthcare, higher education and institutional markets.
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