NEW YORK CITY—Zach Mishaan, former senior managing director with Winick Realty Group, has joined RKF as a VP. The retail sales veteran will be responsible for investment sales and creating new leasing opportunities.

In his 12 years at Winick, Mishaan arranged more than 65 property sales and was involved in multi-million dollar leasing transactions, including many for Duane Reade and AT&T. Before entering the real estate field, he worked in the apparel industry for 20 years.

"Investment sales is one of the fastest growing divisions at RKF, and we knew it was important to bring in an industry leader who would hit the ground running," states Jeff Fishman, vice chairman and leader of the firm's investment sales group. "Zach has a strong background and an impressive track record; he is a great fit for RKF."

Earlier this month in an exclusive interview with Globest.com, RKF founder, chairman and CEO Robert K. Futterman dispelled possible merger rumors and spoke of RKF's independent nature and boutique culture.

Recently, RKF announced it was named the exclusive retail leasing agent for a new retail development at 222-10 Northern Boulevard in Bayside, Queens. The site, which currently houses a free-standing Burger King restaurant, is located between 220th Place and 223rd Street.

On the investment sales side of the business, RKF recently represented Sterling Equities, in its $20.5-million acquisition of 177 N 7th St., a 10,500-square-foot property in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. RKF has subsequently been named the exclusive agent for the property.