Women of Influence

Tanya Grimaldo has joined L&L as Vice President of Leasing, and Giannina Brancato has been promoted to Assistant Vice President of Leasing.

The New York City-based advisory firm adds Rebecca Fitts to the team to help drive overall business strategy and pursue new growth opportunities and strategic partnerships.

The spike indicates a return to "seasonal" demand.

The honorees will be recognized at the annual Women of Influence Conference in Lake Tahoe, CA on July 23.

Cost of capital is coming down, spreads are coming in and a sharp decline in new supply.

Marginally better debt conditions and has helped grease-the-wheels for activity.

While many investors are waiting for a drop in rates, borrowers facing maturities are turning to creative capital sources and solutions.

Women-led companies pulled down more than $1.5 billion in funding last year.