M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal — Women in Business — October 2025 — 9B
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W omen in B usiness Setting New Benchmarks for Success in Northern & Central NJ Driving Deals: NAI DiLeo-Bram & Co. Leaders Define CRE Excellence
Catherine Goski-Vasque Associate Vice President Years with company/firm: 12 Years in field: 12 Real estate organizations/affiliations: IOREBA, Gateway Chamber of Commerce, Gateway Association of Business Women
Jennifer Harrison Vice President
Years with the company/firm: 1 Years in real estate industry: 25 Real estate organizations/affiliations: ICSC, The Pipeline
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creates a framework for pro- ductivity and being around other people energizes me. Share a time when you had to rely on intuition and confidence for a deal others were hesitant about/what was the result?
It is actually something that I am in the middle of right now. A property that a client really wanted was a little out of market range. I did some homework on comps and shared the information continued on page 16B
me in key decisions, exposing me early to the industry’s in- ner workings. That experience built my confidence – not just in knowledge, but in my ability to contribute and lead. It taught me professionalism, curiosity continued on page 16B
ow do you define success, beyond transaction vol-
hat helped you not just break in, but truly establish
ume, and how has that evolved since you started? Success is having solid re- lationships with clients and being able to work together to achieve their goals. Hav - ing a group of clients that trust me with their overall real estate needs, come back to me repeatedly and recom- mend me to their colleagues is something that has grown through the years and is very meaningful to me. What is the most under- the-radar trend in CRE right now that you be- lieve will fundamentally reshape the market over the next 5 years? One that I believe will con- tinue to reshape the industry over the next five years is the rise of adaptive reuse and mixed-use development. We’re seeing a clear shift away from single-purpose properties toward dynamic, multi-functional spaces that better reflect how people live, work and shop today. Ultimately, the next five years will be shaped by how creatively we can repurpose space to meet modern needs. What advice do you have for other businesswomen on building a powerful, supportive network? Getting involved in net - working groups, local cham- bers of commerce and at- tending industry events is a great way to get to know women in the industry. The most impactful way is to take time to get to know people beyond work. What is your most ef- fective practice/routine for maintaining energy, focus and a sustainable work-life balance? While this career allows a flexible schedule, I work at least eight hours a day and go to the office as much as pos - sible. I have a set schedule for the gym and I try to shut down on the weekends. This
yourself as a top performer? My father’s mentorship was foundational to my growth. From a young age, he gave me real responsibility and included
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