About

Michael joined Cushman & Wakefield in 2018 as an Associate on Joanne Podell’s retail services team after graduating from George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs. 

Michael aids both digitally native and legacy retailers in identifying and securing locations throughout Manhattan, using knowledge of the retail landscape and their focus on data, analytics and technology. He previously assisted TD Bank in their city wide rollout and are currently developing retail strategies across the city for Citizens Bank, Nike, Lenscrafters, Sunglass Hut, Oliver Peoples, RayBan, Madhappy, Windsor, Natuzzi, and Miniso. 

Awards & Recognition

• Commercial Observer: Top Young Professionals 2023
• Cushman and Wakefield Tri-State High Performance Award 2022
• Real Deal Largest Retail Leases 2020, Starbucks Roastery @ Empire State Building
• Real Deal Most Valuable Retail Leases 2019, Tourneau @ 33 Ninth Avenue
• International Council of Shopping Centers, Member
• Young Real Estate Professionals New York, Member
• Cushman & Wakefield Digitally Native Brands Next, Founding Member