Women of Influence

"I have found the most professional growth during the pandemic by serving on CLE panels," says MaryBeth Heydt, partner at DTO Law.

"The best part of the job is being able to see the tangible results," says Nichole D. Cortese of Loeb & Loeb in New York City.

Commercial real estate has traditionally been a difficult field for women, however, gender equality within the industry is slowly improving, thanks to trail-blazing professionals.

Nina Roket discusses lessons learned and her journey to her current role as co-administrative partner and leader of the commercial leasing practice real estate at Olshan Frome Wolosky.

"Business development is something that associates need to start thinking about early in their careers in order to be successful as they climb the ranks," says Karen Scanna of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan.

"Spend time with people you like and care about, and invest your energies in activities and organizations that speak to your passions. In doing so, you will find true commonality with people which will lead to authentic relationships," says Samantha Wallack of Blank Rome.