36 — June 2025 — M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal
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Brokerage specialists expand NJ ind. practice Gary Capetta & Matthew Corpuel join Lee & Associates
For recent milestones and contributions HF Planners celebrates interior designer Khia
built environment, combining artistic creativity with a deep understanding of construction, building systems, and regula- tory requirements. “We’re proud to congratulate Thao on earning her LEED Green Associate Credential. Her dedication to sustainable design and thoughtful research strengthens our team’s ability to deliver environmentally re- sponsible solutions to our cus- tomers,” said Caroline Shelly, principal of HF Planners. “Her passion for design is matched by her commitment to innova- tion and sustainability. We’re thrilled to see her continuing to grow within the firm.” The recent addition of her LEED Green Associate cre - dential further reinforces Thao’s dedication to sustain- able design practices—an essential value in HF Plan - ners’ approach to workplace transformation. MAREJ
BRANCHBURG, NJ — HF Planners, LLC has recog- nized interior designer Thao
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approach to commercial real estate, and we look forward to helping drive the com- pany’s continued success,” said Capetta. During his 38- year commercial real estate career, Capetta has completed millions of square feet in transactions nationally. His diversified business involves a specialty niche representing food industry clients. Corpuel is a proven market leader with more than 30 years of industrial real estate experience. His representa- tion spans large and publicly traded tenants and landlords as well as privately held com- panies and property owners. “Lee & Associates combines deep local expertise with the reach of a national platform, and we are excited to join this accomplished team,” he said. MAREJ said Sievwright. “Her fresh perspective and collaborative mindset have already brought a new level of momentum to the department, and we are confident her contributions will continue to support our marketing strategies in new and exciting ways.” LMC’s marketing depart- ment plays a critical role in positioning the firm and its leadership as authorities in the commercial real estate industry, and supporting the company’s leasing and prop- erty management efforts. The team’s collaborative process is tailored to specific property and client needs, incorporat- ing the production of print and digital materials, social media campaigns and public relations initiatives to help raise brand awareness and get leasing deals done. MAREJ at MD Squared Property Group LLC where he lever- aged valuable experience from his previous roles at RIPCO, Compass, Winick Realty Group, and Eastern Consolidated to transform MD Squared into a full- service real estate company. Katz shares: “We’re ex - cited to welcome Jake. He’s personable, has a strong work ethic, and has built a solid book of business – he will be a great addition to the team.” MAREJ
lords, investors, developers and tenants. Their diverse client roster includes Center- Point, Brook- field, AEW, Whole Foods Market, Uni- lever, Sam- sung C&T, P a n e r a Bread, Chefs’ Warehouse, New York City Ballet and Colavita USA, among many others. Both Capetta and Corpuel cited Lee & Associates tight- knit group of professionals, corporate culture and com- mitment to best-in-class client service – along with its well- respected industry reputation – for drawing them to the firm. “Lee & Associates’ values, integrity and business acu- men align perfectly with our Prior to joining LMC, Yurow- itz was a marketing assistant at Urban Edge Properties, where she contributed to up- holding and enhancing the company’s brand identity and helped to ensure consistency across all communication chan- nels. She earned a bachelor’s degree in communication from University at Albany, SUNY and a master’s degree in com- munication and media studies from Rutgers University. “Along with direct and prov- en commercial real estate ex- perience, Hayley brings great enthusiasm, creativity and a strong work ethic to our team,”
LMWOOD PARK, NJ — Lee & Associ- ates has expanded its
Khia for her growing con- tributions to the firm and her recent achievement of becom- ing a LEED Green Asso- ciate. Thao’s
New Jersey industrial practice to 24 brokers with the additions of Gary Ca- pet ta as managing partner and Matthew
Thao Khia
unique background in both interior design and architecture continues to elevate the cre- ative and technical capabilities of the HF Planners team. A graduate of Virginia Com- monwealth University with a Bachelor’s in Interior Design and a minor in Craft Material Studies, Khia went on to earn her Master of Architecture from the New Jersey Institute of Technology in 2023. Her education has empowered her with a holistic view of the
Gary Capetta Matthew Corpuel
Corpuel as partner. These seasoned professionals are based in the commercial real estate firm’s Elmwood Park office, bringing nearly 70 years of combined industry expertise to their new positions. Prior to joining Lee & As- sociates, Capetta and Corpuel worked together at Pantheon Properties and CBRE. The top-producing industrial bro- kerage team represents land-
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Levin Management Corporation (LMC) has LMC adds Yurowitz as marketing specialist responsibilities. This includes supporting corporate and prop- erty-level marketing initiatives, event coordination, social media and content management, email marketing, graphic design and digital advertising.
Panayoti of NIA Property Mgmt. achieves IREM CPM designation
have demonstrated signifi- cant experience in property management, completed rig- orous coursework, and ad- hered to IREM’s strict Code of Professional Ethics. Earn - ing this designation signifies Greg’s dedication to providing top-tier management services and upholding the highest standards in the industry. “Achieving the CPM des- ignation is a milestone that reflects my commitment to professional growth and de- livering exceptional service to clients,” said Greg. “I am honored to join the ranks of CPM designees and look forward to leveraging this knowledge and network to enhance the value I bring to property owners and tenants alike.” MAREJ
PARAMUS, NJ — Greg Panayoti , a veteran real estate professional at NIA Property
expanded its busy market- ing team with the addition of Hayley Yurowitz as marketing specialist. The appoint- ment comes
Manage - ment based in Paramus, has achieved the presti- gious Certi- fied Property Ma n a g e r (CPM ® ) des- i g n a t i o n
Hayley Yurowitz
at a time of strong growth and transaction volume for the vertically integrated, North Plainfield-based commercial real estate services provider. Yurowitz brings to her new role expertise in all facets of brand development, visual storytelling and strategic con- tent creation. At LMC, she is working alongside Melissa Sievwright , vice president of marketing, with a variety of
Greg Panayoti
from the Institute of Real Es- tate Management (IREM ® ) . This credential places Pan- ayoti among an elite group of property managers recognized for their commitment to excel- lence, ethical standards, and professional expertise in real estate management. The CPM designation is awarded to individuals who
NEW YORK, NY — Brian Katz , CEO of Katz & Asso- ciates announced that Jake Katz & Associates adds Jake Rosen as an associate nication skills, Rosen thrives on building relationships with landlords, tenants, and colleagues. He’s passionate about helping businesses grow and takes pride in con- tributing to the vibrancy of the retail landscape. Rosen shares: “I enjoy being able to walk on the street, make real- time connections, and find opportunities to help clients expand their business.” Rosen is an associate at Katz & Asso- ciates’ NYC office, work - ing on land- lord and ten- ant leasing across the NYC Metro-
PPR Capital Management welcomes Simon Censor as investor data analyst
marketing strategies, and enhance investor engagement. Reporting directly to the COO, Chelsea DeLuca , Censor brings extensive experience in data analysis, quality control, and strategic implementation. Before joining PPR, Censor was data operations lead at Windfall, where he led a team in launching a quality control program that boosted customer retention and improved data error detection by 300%. MAREJ
WAYNE, PA — PPR Capi- tal Management (PPR) has appointed Simon Censor as investor data ana- lyst. In this role, Censor will focus on leverag- ing data to max imi ze the value of the firm’s investor insights, optimize Simon Censor
politan area and Long Island. Known for his outgoing per- sonality and strong commu- Jake Rosen
Prior to joining Katz & As- sociates, Rosen served as di- rector of Brokerage Services
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