Cushman & Wakefield on Monday announced that the Progress Capital team led by Kathy Anderson, Brad Domenico and Brian Anderson has joined the firm’s Equity, Debt & Structured Finance platform, where they will focus on expanding coverage in the New Jersey, Connecticut, Long Island and Upstate New York markets. The team will be based out of the firm’s East Rutherford office.
“The strategic addition of the team led by Kathy, Brad and Brian marks a pivotal step in our ambitious growth plan within New Jersey,” Peter Bronsnick, managing principal of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, said. “This new team will not only enhance our capital markets capabilities, but also elevate our ability to serve a wide range of clients with unparalleled expertise. Aligned with our commitment to diversity and excellence, this move is only the beginning of a transformative journey that promises long-term value and innovative solutions for our clients.”
The team will partner with the firm’s Tri-State Investment Sales team led by Andy Merin, David Bernhaut and Gary Gabriel, as well as the head of Equity, Debt & Structured Finance, Rob Rubano. Gideon Gil will continue leading the Equity, Debt & Structured Finance platform in New York City and John Alascio will continue to focus on institutional client accounts across the Northeast.
“We are pleased to welcome Brad, Kathy, Brian and their entire team as they join our market-leading Equity, Debt & Structured Finance platform,” Alascio said. “Their experience and strong client relationships will bolster our capital markets capabilities across the region. The addition of their team enhances our ability to offer a comprehensive range of services to our clients, ensuring seamless integration across the Northeast.”
“We are eager to hit the ground running. Joining Cushman & Wakefield provides us with a powerful global platform that we will utilize to further expand our market share and enhance client coverage. We look forward to partnering with Rob, John, Gideon and the Tri-State Investment Sales team to drive continued growth and success,” Kathy Anderson said.
Anderson joins Cushman & Wakefield as vice chair. With more than 25 years of banking and finance lending experience, she has extensive expertise in originating and structuring commercial loans. She is highly regarded by clients and lending sources alike, serving on the board at Regal Bank and frequently speaking at industry conferences, and will continue solidifying her position as an industry-leading adviser.
Domenico, also joining as vice chair, brings a Wall Street background and expertise in commercial real estate. Known for his ability to provide optimal financial structures for clients’ real estate portfolios, he is experienced in permanent, construction and bridge financing.
Brian Anderson, who joins as executive managing director, offers extensive knowledge in commercial real estate financing, allowing him to provide optimal funding sources for all types of financing requests. A Boston University School of Management graduate, his expertise in underwriting and negotiating ensures effective and timely closings with favorable terms.
