SETH KESSLER
DIRECTOR OF COMMERCIAL
330.360.1787
seth@realnyproperties.com
Seth Kessler joined REAL New York as the Director of Commercial where he heads and develops the company’s Commercial Tenant and Landlord division. Mr. Kessler has over 18 years of commercial real estate experience — specializing in representing landlords, real estate developers, and retailers.
Previously, Mr. Kessler was a Senior Vice President at SCG Retail where he leveraged his strong landlord relationships to immediately build his core business throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. During his time at SCG Retail, he completed leasing transactions with some of the largest landlords in New York City — including Extell Development, George Comfort and Sons, F&T Group, RXR, Jack Resnick, Pan Brothers, Apple Bank for Savings, ABC Properties, and Fisher Associates.
Prior to joining SCG Retail, Mr. Kessler spent nearly 10 years as Vice President and Senior Broker at Cornerstone Group, a boutique commercial real estate firm in NYC. While at Cornerstone, Mr. Kessler specialized in representing both landlords and tenants for retail, office, and industrial leasing. He was responsible for leasing more than 300,000 square feet during his tenure.
Previously to his time at Cornerstone Group, Mr. Kessler worked with a real estate developer in Tampa, FL that specialized in grocery store anchored shopping centers along the east coast.
ERIC WONG
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
212.279.1289
ewong@realnyproperties.com
Eric Wong is a seasoned Senior Agent at Real New York, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the commercial real estate sector. Since embarking on his career in 2017 with PD Properties, Eric has built a solid reputation for successfully executing high-profile deals across office and retail leases and sales.
A native New Yorker, Eric’s deep understanding of the city’s dynamic real estate landscape has been a key asset throughout his career. His track record includes representing both landlords and tenants with exceptional knowledge and skill, ensuring that every transaction is executed with precision and professionalism.
At Real New York, Eric continues to leverage his comprehensive knowledge of the market and his commitment to client satisfaction to drive successful outcomes. His dedication to delivering results and his ability to navigate complex negotiations have made him a valuable asset to his clients and a respected figure in the commercial brokerage industry.
ANANDA M GELLOCK
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
206.707.3259
ananda@realnyproperties.com
Ananda brings an experienced and in-depth point of view to commercial real estate with more than ten years practicing, almost ten years of brick-and-mortar business ownership, as well as four years and counting as a Landlord herself.
Her business ownership experience included 8 years of building, owning, and operating premium fitness retail locations, a company she exited with a successful sale in 2012. Prior to business ownership Ananda excelled in a decade-long marketing and sales career working directly with small companies in forming their brand identity and business development.
Today Ananda brings strategic business minded methodology in her approach to working with real estate clients. For the Landlord she takes the initiative to present what is possible to gain the most out of the asset, giving guidance on market trends while relentlessly soliciting the best Tenants and deal points possible.
For the Tenant, Ananda is compelled to ensure that they are both prepared for business ownership or expansion with solid planning, and financial strength and ultimately have the right location to be successful. Regarded as one of the most passionate brokers, with a unique niche of helping Chefs become Restaurateurs. She doesn’t strive for inking deals, she wants to celebrate renewals and be invited to anniversary parties!
Commercial Broker since 2013, specializing in Landlord Sales/Leasing and Tenant/Buyer Representation. Ananda is a dedicated and focused advocate for developers, landlords, tenants, and business owners with keen insight into expansion efforts, relocation campaigns, and successful exit strategies.
When not in the office you can find Ananda eating everything everywhere or running it off along the Hudson River Park.
HUGH FINKEL
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
908.447.7167
hugh@realnyproperties.com
Hugh has built a career in Real Estate and Finance for over 30 years. He has completed over 150 commercial leases and investment sale transactions in Manhattan and Brooklyn. His expertise in connecting Landlords and Tenants together has made him a reliable expert within the real estate industry.
Hugh’s approach and experience to navigate the ever-changing real estate market has led him to countless ever-lasting relationships. Hugh prides himself on knowing and understanding the businesses involved with the transaction which only comes with years of experience. Hugh is a hard-working diligent professional that any Landlord or Tenant would want representing them as part of their team. He lives on Manhattan’s Upper East Side and is a voracious reader and accomplished musician. He enjoys sports, cooking, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.
GEORGE WRIGHT
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
917.363.7072
george@realnyproperties.com
George has specialized in commercial leasing for most of his career in real estate. He gained a wealth of knowledge of the city’s regulations and procedures through his previous employment with the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, the Department of City Planning and the Mayor’s Office. He is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York. George has lived in Manhattan for more than 20 years and enjoys photography, art and sports.
LUIS PALMA
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
915.790.9191
Luis.palma@realnyproperties.com
With almost a decade of experience in New York City’s commercial real estate sector, Luis has built a distinguished career marked by excellence and innovation. Originally from northern Mexico, he brings a unique perspective to the industry, seamlessly navigating the complexities of one of the world’s most competitive markets. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Luis excels in connecting with a diverse clientele and delivering strategic insights across cultural boundaries. Specializing in Northern Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan, he leverages in-depth local knowledge to drive exceptional results and plays a pivotal role in shaping these vibrant neighborhoods.
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Wendy Lee
Associate Broker
917.261.2534
wendy@realnyproperties.com
Wendy Lee joins the team with 10+ years of marketing and business development experience in real estate, hospitality, and retail. She deploys creativity and business acumen in her strategies to deliver results. As Marketing Director, she increased sales by 70 percent through creative and innovative marketing strategies even during the pandemic. Her dynamism in sales and marketing can be extended to real estate. Over the last five years, she leased over 65,000 square feet of prime Manhattan office and retail space and closed on $46 million of commercial investment sale properties in New York City/Queens with $30 million in the pipeline.
Wendy is also customer-focused, rooted in her philosophy of putting people first. Highly personable, all the while professional in her approach to representing landlords, she stays organized, detail-oriented, and thinks outside the box in tackling day-to-day problems that may occur. She has managed four mixed - use properties in New York City and oversees a multifamily residential building in Woodside and a mixed-use building in Jamaica. She has represented Nature Republic, Paris Baguette, Bonchon, Aritaum, The Lotte New York Palace Hotel, and several other operators in tenant rep deals. Wendy always puts the needs of her clients first and delivers results with full transparency.
Wendy received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Stony Brook University (SUNY). With a constant passion for building community, she also splits her time volunteering for a community school as the Director of Development.