A significant gathering of real estate professionals recently convened to champion women’s empowerment, with Cannon Hill Capital Partners playing a key role in the movement. The event, spotlighted in a new “Real Deal Article,” brought together leaders from across the property management and commercial real estate sectors to foster equality and celebrate women’s contributions to the industry.
The success of the event was driven by the insightful contributions of its Executive Panelists. Carolina Ramos, Head of the Tri-State Region for Property Management & Construction at Rockhill Management, L.L.C., Laura Palombo, Portfolio Manager at Empire State Realty Trust, and Nekesha S., Senior Portfolio Programs Manager, Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities & Property Management at Hines, lent their expertise to a dynamic discussion. Their participation underscored the importance of diverse voices in shaping the future of real estate.
The event also benefited from the strong support of numerous Portfolio Heads, demonstrating a widespread commitment to women’s empowerment across leading real estate firms. Jessica T. Tusing, Director of Compliance at Argo Group Realty, Diane L. Fields, RPA LEED AP, Vice President, Property Management at Empire State Realty Trust, Peter St. John, Director, Property Management at Hines, Dana Getz, Executive Vice President, Tri-State Property Management Operations (NJ) at JLL, Matt Duthie, Regional Director at Newmark, Amy Monachelli, Vice President, Portfolio Manager at PGRE, Drew O’Connor Connor, Senior Vice President, Head of Commercial Property Management at Rudin Management, and Jennifer Twombly, General Manager, Head of the Boston Region at Rockhill Management, L.L.C., were among the influential attendees. Their presence highlighted the industry’s collective effort to promote gender equality at all levels.
Generous sponsors further fueled the event’s success, including Guardian Service Industries, Inc., Tri-Star Construction Corp., Nouveau Elevators, Royal Waste Services, Rhino Global Solutions, DTM Drafting & Consulting Services, Inc (Vertical Systems Consultants), and ProTek Recycling. Their support reflects a broader industry recognition of the value of diversity and inclusion.
Key figures who have consistently championed this mission over the years were also acknowledged for their enduring commitment. Carla Rooney, Caroline Gadaleta, Roberta Salmon, Sharon Hart Fanelli, RPA, CPM®, Carolina Tejada, Charmaine Davis-Murray, Michelle J. Landon, Bob Sweeney, and Melissa R. were recognized for their long-standing efforts in advancing women’s empowerment in real estate.
Melissa Donohoe, Partner/COO at Cannon Hill Capital Partners, was specifically thanked for her leadership and contribution to the event’s impactful dialogue. Cannon Hill Capital Partners’ active participation underscores their dedication to fostering a more equitable and inclusive real estate industry.
This event serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing movement towards gender equality in the workplace. By bringing together influential leaders and fostering crucial conversations, Cannon Hill Capital Partners and its peers are paving the way for a more diverse and empowered future for women in commercial real estate and property management.
To delve deeper into the insights and discussions from this impactful event, readers are encouraged to explore the full “Real Deal Article.”