G.E. Grace is a Commercial Real Estate Brokerage and Consulting Firm.
Our team of seasoned real estate professionals specialize in finding specialty use sites, “off-market” properties, and solving complex real estate matters.
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GE GRACE & COMPANY, INC.
WWW.GEGRACE.COM • (212) 486-4100
LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKERS
ABOUT
G.E. Grace & Company, Inc. was founded in 1995. We are an independent, privately held, commercial real estate brokerage and consulting firm.
Our expertise combines real estate market knowledge, analytical capabilities, communication skills and thirty plus years’ experience to provide successful results for challenging real estate issues.
If you or your company has a real estate opportunity, asset or requirement that demands a focused, thoughtful evaluation and fact-based analysis, call G.E. Grace.
HOW WE WORK
We start by asking questions in order to identify your real estate goals. We know how important it is to save time and money.
We are very interested in learning about your company, what motivates you, and, most importantly, what inspires you. How does your commercial real estate support those objectives? Let’s find out together.
OUR METHODOLOGY
If you are buying or selling, leasing or subleasing, whether it’s office, industrial, retail space or a development site, we assess and analyze your situation and its prospects. We provide you with a clear picture of current market conditions and demonstrate to you how to effectively leverage the market to enhance your transaction or asset value.
We inform you of the benefits and risks of each possibility.Armed with this information, you can make the best decision to meet your objectives so that we can implement the agreed upon strategy.
We follow-up on the details to insure your goals are met.
WHY G.E. GRACE?
Getting to the heart of the “why” of your business and its real estate enables G.E. Grace to develop real estate solutions that work on many levels: financially, strategically and operationally. More importantly, real estate should help your company generate revenue through employee attraction, retention and productivity. We craft real estate transactions that minimize costs, maximize flexibility and let you focus on your business.
In addition, we can help you define your vision. Many companies need to “kick the tires” so they can get a better sense of what they like. Let us show you some “tires to kick,” so you can go the distance.
OUR TEAM
George E. Grace, CRE has over 33 years of experience in commercial real estate. George began his career as a civil engineer, after graduating from Cooper Union. He received a law degree from Fordham University and an MBA from The University of Chicago. In 2012, George achieved the designation of Counselor of Real Estate (“CRE”) by the National Association of Realtors which signifies a depth of knowledge, experience and integrity. George has been involved in wide range of consulting and brokerage assignments. He is also Chair of CMCCS Charter School in the Bronx which is among several other charitable boards on which he serves.
Christine Chisholm has extensive experience in not-for-profit finance and real estate. For over 20 years she served as the CFO of not-for-profit organizations in NY and Boston. Since 2018, Christine has focused on affordable housing and community facility development. She is a CPA and NYS licensed real estate salesperson. Christine earned a Master’s degree in Public Affairs from the University of Massachusetts, Boston and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Providence College. She has also served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service.
June B. Fisher has over three decades of experience in commercial real estate leasing, brokerage and development. Her most recent position was Vice President of Retail Leasing with Urban Edge Properties, a spin-off from Vornado Realty Trust. June’s primary responsibility was the New York and New England retail portfolio with a special focus on NY metro properties in Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx, Westchester and Long Island.
Charles Turbak has over 30 years of real estate development and brokerage experience. He was the cofounder of a successful real estate development, investment, brokerage and property management company in Seattle, Washington where his pioneering ideas led to his company’s development of several commercial business parks. Charles volunteers for the New York City Department of Education Leadership Team and Parents Association and serves as a board member and coach for a New York City youth lacrosse league.
Sharon Cacioppo serves as G.E. Grace’s office manager. Prior to joining G.E. Grace, Sharon managed the day-to-day operations of several businesses, most notably, for several film companies that produced feature films as well as commercials. In her free time, Sharon enjoys oil painting, quilting and poetry.
Lew Cowan has over 36 years of experience in commercial real estate. Prior to joining G.E. Grace, Lew was an Executive Managing Director at Grubb & Ellis and Vice President at Silverstein Properties, Inc. Lew was also a Managing Director of Real Estate at American International Group (AIG) and the Edward S. Gordon Company. He started his business career at Xerox.
Lew holds a BA degree in Psychology from SUNY Courtland and a MS and Ed.S. in Counseling Psychology from SUNY Albany.
Jerry Whittaker is a seasoned commercial real estate professional with over 15 years of B2B sales, management, and real estate experience in the NYC market. A James Madison University College of Business graduate (2008), he built his career selling commercial products and interior solutions through grassroots efforts, developing a deep understanding of business needs. As Director of Origination in the renewable energy sector, he honed his expertise in property analysis, contract negotiations, and site development. Now, leveraging his extensive market knowledge and negotiation skills, Jerry helps businesses, investors, and property owners secure strategic real estate solutions that drive long-term success.
Alex Knight is a dedicated commercial real estate professional with a strong background in business management and client relations. With a degree in Business Management from Westfield State University and years of experience managing businesses in the hospitality industry, Alex brings a service-oriented approach to real estate, ensuring clients receive personalized solutions that align with their unique needs. As part of the G.E. Grace team, he combines market insight, negotiation skills, and a commitment to client success to help businesses, investors, and property owners navigate the complexities of commercial real estate.