SETH KESSLER
DIRECTOR OF COMMERCIAL
330.360.1787
seth@realnewyork.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 native New Yorker born and raised in Queens. During his attendance at Baruch College, Eric started a successful event planning company in Manhattan. After graduation, he had an opportunity to be an equities trader at a few trading firms in Midtown. After working for a few years, Eric decided to pursue his passion in real estate and is now a licensed real estate agent at Real NY. His entrepreneurial spirit, work ethic, and ability to connect with people ranging from college students to C-level executives makes him a top choice for renters and buyers in Manhattan. Feel free to reach out. Conversations never hurt and Eric is always open to meeting new people!
ANANDA M GELLOCK
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
206.707.3259
ananda@realnewyork.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.
SIMONE METAGUE
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
415.269.8225
simone@realnyproperties.com
Simone is an experienced commercial real estate agent with expertise in Soho, Upper East Side, West Village, Lower East Side, Flatiron, and Williamsburg markets. She previously worked at a boutique Manhattan-based luxury commercial brokerage before transitioning to her role as an agent with REAL New York. Before moving to Manhattan, Simone worked for fashion and marketing companies in the Bay Area.
As a passionate and driven agent, Simone stays on top of the ever-changing New York market by canvassing neighborhoods and keeping up to date on the latest New York news reports. She takes pride in negotiating deals that favor her client’s needs.
When not working in real estate you can find Simone trying out new restaurants, working on her food blog, traveling to warm climates, and surfing.
HUGH FINKEL
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
908.447.7167
hugh@realnewyork.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.
QUINN WANG
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON
917.363.7072
quinn@realnyproperties.com
Quinn brings new perspectives to commercial real estate with his finance training and diverse professional experience. After earning his MBA degree from NYU Stern School of Business in New York and working in the US, China, and Africa, he's acquired a deep understanding of cultural etiquette and the ability to tailor solutions to unique situations.
Passionate about commercial real estate and aiding businesses in thriving, Quinn holds licenses in New York State as a real estate agent, a mortgage loan originator, and a property & casualty insurance broker. You can benefit from his extensive knowledge base and rely on him to provide a customized solution for your real estate needs, leveraging the robust resources at REAL New York.
Outside the office, Quinn engages in various sports leagues, including rock-climbing, basketball, tennis, billiards, and golf. Join him for a game, and perhaps engage in some shop talk in between.