**New York People and Company News – Week of January 16, 2026**
**NewPoint Real Estate Capital Expands with Senior Hires**
NewPoint Real Estate Capital, a national CRE finance company specializing in multifamily, affordable housing, senior housing, and healthcare projects, has announced a major internal expansion with three senior-level hires. Tyler Paul has joined as Chief Credit Officer after leading multifamily underwriting at Grandbridge Real Estate Capital. Marshall Bass, previously an independent consultant, will serve as Managing Director for healthcare bridge-loan underwriting. Daniel Trejo, formerly with Basis Investment Group, joins as a Senior Asset Manager.
**Brandon Kearse Joins Jonathan Rose Companies**
Jonathan Rose Companies, a mission-driven real estate investment and development firm, has appointed Brandon Kearse as President, Managing Partner, and Chief Investment Officer. Jonathan F.P. Rose remains CEO, Chair of the Board of Managers, and Chair of the Investment Committee. Carolyn Au continues as Chief Operating Officer and will also serve as Managing Partner, Chief Risk Officer, and Chief Compliance Officer.
**Jones Appoints New CEO**
Paul Szemerenyi has been named CEO of Jones, a vertical AI platform for insurance verification in the construction and real estate sectors. He takes over from Co-Founder Omri Stern, who will now serve on the company’s Board of Directors focusing on strategy and innovation. The leadership transition supports the company’s growth and scale-up goals.
**Skanska USA Promotes Ashley Jeffery**
Skanska USA has promoted Ashley Jeffery to Vice President, Head of Communications for its building operations. Jeffery will lead internal and external strategic communications, brand positioning, and multi-channel engagement across the business unit.
**Monika Rais Named Head of Operations at Platinum Commercial**
Platinum Commercial, the commercial real estate arm of Platinum Properties, has hired Monika Rais as Head of Operations. She will work closely with CEO Khashy Eyn to support the division’s growth and operational efficiency.
**Katz & Associates Promotes Five Brokers**
Katz & Associates has announced several promotions. In New York City, Michael Peguero and Sean Philipps have been promoted to Senior Director. Holly Buchanan has been named Senior Vice President in Nashville. Allan Carlisle in Boca Raton has moved to Senior Director, and Ashley Cusker in Nashville has been promoted to Director.
**Christopher D. Todd to Lead New Jersey SIOR Chapter**
Christopher D. Todd, SIOR, Senior Managing Director at NAI James E. Hanson, has been appointed President of the New Jersey Chapter of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR). He follows several colleagues at the firm who have previously held the role.
**Cain Adds Chief Investment and Risk Officers**
Global investment manager Cain has appointed Arvi Luoma as Chief Investment Officer and Joe Stelzer as Chief Risk Officer. Both will serve on the firm’s global investment committee as Cain aims to double its assets under management in the next five years.
**Tredway Expands Team with Two Key Hires**
Tredway, a mission-driven real estate developer based in New York, has added Katie Wheeler as Vice President of Investments and Alex Radick as Investment Associate. Since its 2021 founding, Tredway has amassed a portfolio of more than 6,000 homes and an additional 12,000 units under contract or nearing closing.
**Alexandra Graiser Promoted at A&G Real Estate Partners**
A&G Real Estate Partners promoted Alexandra Graiser to Senior Managing Director. Since joining the firm in 2018, Graiser has played a key role in several high-profile restructurings, including Chico’s, The Container Store, and GNC.
**Kasa and Mint House Merge Hospitality Operations**
Kasa, a hotel and apart-hotel brand and manager, has finalized a combination with Mint House, a premium residential hospitality operator. Mint House’s nearly 1,000 residential units in top U.S. markets will now be integrated into Kasa’s growing national platform.
**Red Stone Equity Partners Hits Record Growth**
Red Stone Equity Partners LLC, a real estate finance and investment company focused on affordable housing, announced a landmark year in 2025. The firm raised $1.75 billion in affordable housing equity and surpassed $13 billion in total equity raised and invested since its inception in 2007.
This roundup highlights the latest leadership moves and milestones in New York’s commercial real estate industry.
