Halstead Property LLC

Mr. Gottsegen serves as the President of Halstead Management Company, LLC. He has over 25 years experience in real estate, encompassing all facets of building management. Prior to his leadership position with Halstead, Mr. Gottsegen was a Managing Director at the Insignia Residential Group. Previously, he had held the position of Owner and Chief Executive of Soren Management, Inc. and, prior to that, he served as a Vice President with Douglas Elliman-Gibbons & Ives. Mr. Gottsegen is a New York State licensed real estate broker, an Honorary Member of the New York Building Managers' Association, an Honorary Associate Member of the Scandinavian American Building Managers Guild, and a member of the Real Estate Board of New York. He holds the national designation of Certified Property Manager (CPM) awarded by the Institute of Real Estate Management in Chicago, Illinois.

Mr. Cahill is Executive Vice President/Chief Information & Technology Officer at Terra Holdings, llc, a holding company that owns and operates several real estate services firms, including Brown Harris Stevens. As Executive Vice President of Brown Harris Stevens, Mr. Cahill directs all information technology planning and on-line marketing for the firm. He is also responsible for all Brown Harris Stevens' proprietary information systems and web site development. Previously, Mr. Cahill worked as a manager at the accounting/consulting firm BDO Seidman, where he developed technology plans for large New York City real estate firms. Additionally, he worked for Merrill Lynch as a project manager, directing systems development for its multi billion dollar real estate portfolio. Mr. Cahill also served as the technology co-chairman for the Manhattan Joint Industry Task Force. As co-chairman, he was responsible for developing and launching New York City's first cooperative residential listings website. The site included listings from almost every Real Estate Board of New York residential real estate firm. He also served on the Board of Advisors for Gabriel's.Net - the technology firm powering the New York Times Real Estate website. Mr. Cahill earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Diploma in Information Technology from New York University. Additionally, he earned a Masters degree in Business Administration from the New York Institute of Technology. Mr. Cahill is a licensed real estate agent in the state of New York.

Mel Lisiten began his career in the fashion industry as a design and marketing entrepreneur with a business and art background. He soon built several fashion companies and sold them in 1978. One was the brand "Ocean Pacific". During this time, he also began investing in real estate as a hobby. After a short while, his real estate venture "Instahouse" grew to become a multi-million dollar sized company engaged in the business of purchasing, renovating, furnishing, and renting homes in both California and Colorado. Mel sold "Instahouse" Corp. in 1980. He then began consulting, for the next 10 years, to major companies in the fashion business that had brand names with global recognition. Among them Levi-Strauss, J.C.Penney, Marubeni Corp.-Japan, Lego-Sweden, The Gap, Banana Republic, Bloomingdales and others.

Eileen Grossman represents the very finest of the real estate profession. She displays boundless energy and enthusiasm, unparalleled work ethic and superior intuition and integrity while servicing her Manhattan clients. Eileen enjoys the respect and admiration of her colleagues as well as her extremely loyal clientele. After graduating from Long Island University with a degree in English and Journalism, Eileen began her career with our firm in 1990. Although she exclusively represented high-end properties throughout the City, early in her career Eileen specialized in finding homes for a long list of figures from the entertainment industry, including many elite members of Warner Brothers, DreamWorks SKG, Roundabout Theatre and various other theatrical companies. She still services that industry. Currently residing in the East 60's, Eileen specializes in Condominium sales and rentals on the Upper East Side. For the past six years, Eileen has served as the on-site Sales and Leasing Director for the Savoy Condominium (200 East 61st Street), where she has realized a remarkable record of achievement, single-handedly overseeing a tremendous number of sales and rentals throughout the building, at record-breaking prices. Eileen is Vice President of Halstead Property Company and is a member of the company's Producers' Council, representative of the top 20% of the firm as measured by sales and rentals.

Robyn Kammerer is a seasoned public relations executive who brings over ten years of experience to Halstead Property, LLC. As Director of Communications for Halstead, Robyn is responsible for the promotion of the company as well as strategic planning and execution for media relations, special events and internal initiatives. She reports directly to Gregory Heym, Senior Vice President of Research and Communications. Prior to joining Halstead, Robyn was an Account Supervisor at a full-service marketing and public relations firm, Amies Communications in Irvine, California. While at Amies, Robyn worked on a wide range of clients in fields including residential real estate, commercial real estate, mixed-use projects and interior design. Her two main accounts were Opus West (a full-service real estate company) and The Plaza-Irvine (a luxury high-rise condominium development) where she was responsible for media relations, account management, crisis communications, website development, strategic plans and event planning. Robyn received three Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) awards for her work on The Plaza-Irvine including Best Brochure, Best Website and Best Consumer News Release. Before her position at Amies Communications, Robyn was the Area Director of Communications for the American Cancer Society in Connecticut. In that capacity, she was responsible for the media relations and communications for Connecticut including serving as spokesperson and coordinating charity events. Robyn also played a key role in the organization's management team and served as a representative for cancer survivors. Previously, Robyn was the Public Relations Manager at one of the leading personal finance magazines, Money Magazine. Based in New York, she oversaw all publicity needs of the editorial and advertising staff for the award-winning national publication. Robyn graduated from the University of San Diego with a bachelor's degree in both English Literature and French. She is a member of PRSA and the Urban Land Institute.

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William spent 20 years working in sales and marketing executive positions with major corporations before joining The Halstead Property Company in 1988 as a sales person. Soon after joining this firm, he took and passed the New York State Real Estate Broker's Course.

Stephen G. Kliegerman's long standing career in real estate has earned him an esteemed reputation from his colleagues and clients alike. As Executive Director of Development Marketing for Halstead Property, LLC, Stephen is responsible for the operations, direction and management of new business, client relations, pre-development planning, marketing and sales. Along with his unmatched team of sales and marketing professionals, Stephen has built the Development Marketing Division into the market leader in the industry through unparalleled customer service, creative marketing and record setting sales teams. Often sought out by the city's top developers, Stephen played an instrumental role in securing Halstead Property as the exclusive sales and marketing agent for the Toll Brothers' four new developments in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Long Island City; this represents the first time Toll Brothers has ever used an outside firm. A graduate of The George Washington University and a Licensed Real Estate Broker since 1989, Stephen previously owned and operated his own real estate brokerage, management and consulting firm, Herbert H. Kliegerman Associates, Inc. In 1998, the firm, which specialized in the management, sale and leasing of Coops, Condos, and Lofts in Downtown Manhattan, merged with Halstead Property and Stephen was appointed Executive Director of Downtown Sales. Over the past 17 years, Stephen has established himself as a leader in the brokerage community through his efforts in the Downtown Brokers Association of which he served a five year term as its President. Stephen is also a highly active member and leader of The Real Estate Board of New York for which he has served three terms on the Residential Ethics Committees (twice as Chairman) and four terms as Chairman of the Downtown Committee. Additionally, Stephen was among the catalysts for the renowned industry RLS and 72 hour co-broke rule which helped to revolutionize the way brokerage firms cooperate throughout the city.

Will Ross is a lifetime resident of Brooklyn. His expertise regarding New York's largest Borough is unparalleled. Bill has sold real estate for twenty-two years during which time he has become accomplished in most facets of a complicated business. Over the years Bill has found homes for thousands of people and in the commercial real estate field he has brought thousands of jobs to Brooklyn. Bill created William S. Ross Real Estate in 1995 which grew to a two office, twenty-five agent full service real estate firm. In 2004 he sold that company to Halstead. Bill presently serves on a board to raise scholarship funds for Brooklyn Law School and he is the President of the Montague Street Business Improvement District. With decades of experience Bill Ross and the talented staff of Halstead Brooklyn welcome you to their neighborhood.

Abby Plitt Gellert is a born and bred New Yorker. She and husband Paul, (who is a mortgage banker) have raised two children in Manhattan. Abby has been with Halstead Property since 1985. During that time she has been honored with membership in both the Producers' Council and the Private Brokerage Council. She attained Associate Broker status and had been named Senior Vice-President. In 2003 she was promoted to Director of Sales for the Westside. Her financial background as a stockbroker with L.F. Rothschild & Co., combined with her intimate knowledge of boards and buildings make her uniquely qualified to train, counsel and support the more than 100 agents in the Westside office. She has helped develop the curriculum for Halstead's training program and currently teaches at the Halstead Academy. Abby's Wall Street background and years working with buyers and sellers has enabled her to become an expert advisor to developers looking for guidance on the design and pricing of their properties.

Amala M. Redd As Creative Director of Development Marketing, Amala Muhammed-Redd is responsible for the solicitation of new development, project management and direction of daily operations, and brand recognition for Halstead Project Marketing. Her broad knowledge of high-end residential properties has included luxury buildings, management companies and private residences. This proven sales performer boasts seasoned market insight, a deep understanding of contracts and leases, plus keen negotiating and closing skills. Her results-driven customer service to buyers and sellers has won Amala many ongoing, lucrative relationships. Prior to joining Halstead Property, LLC, Amala M. Redd was the Director of On-Site Sales for the Corcoran Group, Brooklyn Division. This position gave her broad knowledge of high-end residential properties, including numerous luxury buildings, management companies and private residences in her territory. Click here to read full biography.

Throughout his twenty-three years in the real estate field, Eugene Cordano has garnered the respect of his clients and colleagues. Since joining Halstead Property in 1997, Gene quickly established himself as a top broker and became a member of Halstead's prestigious Platinum Circle, the Producer's Council and the Gold Circle. After eleven successful years as an agent with Halstead Property, Gene was promoted to Director of Sales, Metro New Jersey for Halstead's new office in Hoboken. With extensive experience and dedication along with a keen knowledge of the New Jersey market, Gene is responsible for the strategic growth, direction and hands on management of Halstead's first, signature storefront office in Metro New Jersey. In addition, he is currently and will continue to spearhead the sales and marketing efforts for new developments in the area. He successfully handled the sales and marketing for the "A Condos," Halstead's first high-rise condo development project in Jersey City, which we are proud to announce is nearly sold out.

Lea Governale is a director of sales, focusing on Halstead's downtown Manhattan offices. Additionally Lea lends her 19 years experience in the Residential Real Estate Industry consulting to our new developments in theTri-State area. Lea came to Halstead 7 years ago with a residential sales, rental, and consulting management track record in Manhattan. Previous to management she was a prosperous sales broker for 12 years who prided herself with becoming personally involved with helping both buyers & sellers achieve their real estate goals with the utmost integrity, tenacity and sensitivity to market conditions. This skill set and focused steadfast commitment to the industry has subsequently translated successfully to training and motivating brokers and managing on site development as well. Lea is playing a big part in helping build both Halstead's thriving Downtown offices in both Greenwich Village and Soho and helping Halstead extend its brand in New Jersey as well. Currently Lea is marketing 250 condominiums in the burgeoning Downtown Jersey City area for a national developer. She brings Manhattan quality marketing to New Jersey and also has her finger on pulse of Hudson County's New Jersey Condo Development. She possesses a unique bi-market combination of experience amassed over almost 2 decades that no other regional real estate sales director can offer.

Serving as its first Director of Broker Specialist Relations, Lori Press joined Terra Holdings (including Halstead Property and Brown Harris Stevens) in 2005. She is responsible for implementation of the Broker Specialist Program. As a liaison between Halstead Property sales and management divisions, Lori trains sales agents and brokers to be Broker Specialists. Every residential property in the management portfolio is assigned to a Broker Specialist who works closely with building's Management Executives. They share information about current market conditions, sales transactions, building transfer requirements and other building policies, as well as the physical layout of the building and floor plans of the various lines. Representing both Halstead Property and Brown Harris Stevens, Lori directs the Broker Specialist Program in more than 194 buildings throughout New York City. She brings an extensive and versatile record of service to Halstead Property. During her career, she has held positions as a Rental Agent, Sales Associate, Manager, Vice President of Relocation, Sales Director and Managing Director. Lori and her husband make their home on the Upper East Side, where they enjoy the conveniences of the neighborhood and being close to both Central Park and Carl Shurz Park.

Arthur William Zeckendorf is an owner and Co-Chairman of Terra Holdings, a company that owns and operates several real estate service firms including Halstead Property Company, a residential brokerage and management company comprised of more than 250 brokers throughout Manhattan; Brown Harris Stevens, one of the oldest and largest residential and commercial real estate service providers in New York City with a staff of over 400 people operating in three states; and Vanderbilt Holdings, a financial services firm with disciplines in insurance and residential mortgage brokerage. The combination of Brown Harris Stevens and Halstead Property Company sold more than $3.2 billion of apartments and townhouses in Manhattan during the calendar year 2000. He is also owner and Co-Chairman of Zeckendorf Realty, L.P. and President of Vanderbilt Insurance. Zeckendorf Realty, L.P. was founded in 1992 to manage the investments and developments of Arthur and William Lie Zeckendorf. Arthur Zeckendorf performed asset management and leasing for Worldwide Plaza from 1992 to 1998 and for the Gotham Condominium from 1992 to 1998. Recent projects completed by Zeckendorf Realty, L.P. include the prestigious 515 Park Avenue. Arthur Zeckendorf is actively involved overseeing the development, construction and marketing and sales for this project. In addition, Arthur Zeckendorf is performing the asset management for the Gotham Condominium, which was recently purchased by a group of investors including the principals of Zeckendorf Realty, L.P. Prior to the formation of Zeckendorf Realty, L.P., Arthur Zeckendorf worked for the Zeckendorf Company from 1981 to 1991, a company owned by William Zeckendorf, Jr. In addition to running the construction department for 20 projects, Arthur Zeckendorf was the project manager in charge of development and sales and marketing on the Columbia Condominium (96th Street and Broadway-1981 to 1983), The Park Belvedere Condominium (79th Street and Columbus-1983 to 1985), The Vanderbilt Condominium (41st and Second Avenue-1986 to 1988), Zeckendorf Towers (1 Union Square-1986 to 1989-Main emphasis on sales and marketing), Central Park Place (57th Street and 8th Avenue-1987 to 1989), The Gotham Condominium (87th Street and Third Avenue) and the Four Seasons Hotel (57th Street and Park Avenue-1989 to 1992-Project Management).