Manhattan West

Financial Services Litigator Joshua Sohn Joins Crowell & Moring

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월요일, 11월 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joshua Sohn has joined Crowell & Moring, bringing more than 25 years of experience as a litigator handling a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters, including complex disputes involving financial services, real estate, construction, and securities. Joining him is a team of nine lawyers—one senior counsel, three counsel, and five associates.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Joshua Sohn has joined Crowell & Moring, bringing more than 25 years of experience as a litigator handling a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters, including complex disputes involving financial services, real estate, construction, and securities.
  • A first-chair trial lawyer, Sohn litigates cases and argues appeals in New York state and federal courts, as well as nationally.
  • As a securities litigator, he advises clients on SEC enforcement actions and investigations, federal securities class actions, and directors' and officers' liability cases.
  • "I was drawn to Crowell because of its authentic, collaborative culture and the opportunity to play a role in expanding its New York commercial and financial services litigation practice," Sohn said.

Manhattan West Surpasses $1 Billion in Assets Under Management with Additions of Orin Winick and Nicholas Wolf to Private Wealth Team

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수요일, 7월 26, 2023

With the addition of Winick and Wolf, the strategic investment firm has achieved a noteworthy milestone by exceeding $1 billion in assets under management (AUM).

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  • With the addition of Winick and Wolf, the strategic investment firm has achieved a noteworthy milestone by exceeding $1 billion in assets under management (AUM).
  • As part of the private wealth team, Winick and Wolf will have direct access to the firm's traditional liquid portfolios, as well as exclusive access to its tailored alternative investment strategies spanning private equity, venture capital, real estate, and private debt.
  • In addition to Winick and Wolf, Manhattan West recently hired Patrick McDonald , as a managing director and financial advisor on the private wealth team.
  • The dedicated team at Manhattan West combines their collective expertise, best practices, enthusiasm, and industry insights to support clients, partners, and shareholders in achieving their individual growth objectives.

BROOKFIELD PROPERTIES ANNOUNCES ENTIRE U.S. OFFICE PORTFOLIO TO BE POWERED BY ZERO EMISSIONS ELECTRICITY

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수요일, 6월 28, 2023

NEW YORK, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookfield Properties today announced the entire U.S. office portfolio it manages will be powered by zero emissions electricity by 2026. More than 65% of its office space, including the entirety of its New York and Washington, D.C. office portfolios, will transition to zero emissions electricity by 2024, making Brookfield Properties by far the nation's largest commercial real estate user of zero emissions electricity [source]. In 2026, 100% of its U.S. office portfolio will transition to zero emissions electricity.

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  • NEW YORK, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookfield Properties today announced the entire U.S. office portfolio it manages will be powered by zero emissions electricity by 2026.
  • More than 65% of its office space, including the entirety of its New York and Washington, D.C. office portfolios, will transition to zero emissions electricity by 2024, making Brookfield Properties by far the nation's largest commercial real estate user of zero emissions electricity [ source ].
  • Brookfield Properties will procure electricity for its U.S. office properties from three sources: hydropower (49%), solar and wind (33%), and nuclear (18%).
  • The decision to convert the entire U.S. office portfolio to zero emissions electricity significantly advances those goals and follows Brookfield Properties' March 2022 announcement that One Manhattan West, a state-of-the-art office tower located within Brookfield Properties' Manhattan West development, would be powered 100% by Brookfield Renewable's hydropower facilities located in upstate New York.

Manhattan West Appoints Patrick McDonald as Managing Director and Financial Advisor

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수요일, 4월 26, 2023

Manhattan West , a wealth management and alternative investments firm, is pleased to announce the hiring of Patrick McDonald , CFP®, as managing director and financial advisor.

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  • Manhattan West , a wealth management and alternative investments firm, is pleased to announce the hiring of Patrick McDonald , CFP®, as managing director and financial advisor.
  • McDonald brings more than a decade of relevant experience to Manhattan West, specializing in tax preparation and financial planning.
  • “I was immediately drawn to Manhattan West’s uniquely integrated private wealth platform that provides a ‘one-stop-shop' of wealth management services and investments,” said McDonald.
  • Financial advisors who are interested in learning more about Manhattan West are invited to inquire at [email protected] .

Tastemade Announces the Opening of Tastemade Me Tacos, the Company's First-Ever US-Based Restaurant from Chef Wes Avila at Citizens New York Food Hall in New York City

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목요일, 3월 9, 2023

NEW YORK, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern media company, Tastemade, announces today the opening of its first-ever US-based restaurant, Tastemade Me Tacos, expanding the food and lifestyle brand into a hybrid in-person and delivery dining experience in New York City from acclaimed Chef Wes Avila, founder of the popular food truck, Guerrilla Tacos, and the owner of and chef at Angry Egret Dinette in Los Angeles. The takeout and delivery restaurant at the Citizens New York food hall is brought to life in partnership with C3 (Creating Culinary Communities) by SBE, a fast-growing food tech platform.

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  • Tastemade Me Tacos marks the first time that Avila's food will be available in New York City.
  • We're thrilled to have best-in-class partners in C3 and to bring Chef Wes Avila to New York City for the first time."
  • "I'm very excited to partner with two industry leaders to bring Tastemade Me Tacos to life," says Chef Wes Avila.
  • at Citizens New York Food Hall at Manhattan West (398 10th Ave, New York, NY 10001).

Manhattan West Announces Successful Close of its Inaugural Private Equity Fund

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화요일, 12월 6, 2022

Manhattan West, a global strategic investment firm offering an integrated platform of investments and services, today announced that Manhattan West Private Equity has successfully closed its inaugural fund.

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  • Manhattan West, a global strategic investment firm offering an integrated platform of investments and services, today announced that Manhattan West Private Equity has successfully closed its inaugural fund.
  • Based in Los Angeles, Manhattan Wests Private Equity Fund (the Fund) targets the most attractive underserved sectors in media, entertainment and sports while aiming to provide investors with a 15 percent annual cash yield across the portfolio.
  • The closing of our inaugural private equity fund marks an exciting milestone for Manhattan West, said Lorenzo Esparza , CEO and Founding Principal at Manhattan West.
  • For more information on Manhattan West Private Equity, please visit our website .

Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors LLC Announces Date for Special Meeting of Shareholders

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화요일, 10월 4, 2022

The special meeting will be held at the offices of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, One Manhattan West, New York, New York 10001.

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  • The special meeting will be held at the offices of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, One Manhattan West, New York, New York 10001.
  • Only shareholders of record at the close of business on October 6, 2022 will be entitled to be present and vote at the meeting.
  • FTAI is externally managed by an affiliate of Fortress Investment Group LLC, a leading, diversified global investment firm.
  • Each of FTAI and FTAI Aviation may also file other relevant documents with the SEC regarding the proposed transaction.

Cleartrace Raises $20 Million Financing Led by ClearSky With Strategic Funding From Brookfield Renewable, EDF Energy North America, Tenaska, and Exelon to Help Companies Reach Decarbonization Goals

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수요일, 6월 29, 2022

Cleartrace , a leading carbon and energy management software company, announced today a $20 million financing round led by ClearSky with strategic investment from Brookfield Renewable, EDF Energy North America, Tenaska, and Exelon.

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  • Cleartrace , a leading carbon and energy management software company, announced today a $20 million financing round led by ClearSky with strategic investment from Brookfield Renewable, EDF Energy North America, Tenaska, and Exelon.
  • Further, this level of data enables companies to prove when they have achieved their decarbonization goals and report on compliance with local environmental policies.
  • As part of the funding, ClearSky, Brookfield Renewable, EDF Energy North America, and Tenaska gain board representation.
  • Cleartrace illuminates previously unseen data for renewable energy buyers and suppliers, delivering 100% traceable and actionable hourly energy and carbon records.

Manhattan West Appoints Evren Ozdemir as Chief Operating Officer

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월요일, 5월 2, 2022

Manhattan West , a global strategic investment firm, today announced it has appointed Evren Ozdemir to serve as Chief Operating Officer.

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  • Manhattan West , a global strategic investment firm, today announced it has appointed Evren Ozdemir to serve as Chief Operating Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220502005606/en/
    Manhattan West Chief Operating Officer Evren Ozdemir.
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    Prior to joining Manhattan West, Ozdemir was most recently at Surveyor Capital, a unit of Citadel, where he served as Deputy COO.
  • With decades of leadership experience in investment management, Ozdemir is well-positioned to lead alongside CEO and Founding Principal Lorenzo Esparza to help Manhattan West grow into a leading alternative asset manager.

Manhattan West Promotes Angie Spielman to Founding Partner

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목요일, 3월 17, 2022

Manhattan West , a modern investment firm with a vertically integrated platform of in-house services and investments, is pleased to announce the promotion of Angie Spielman to Founding Partner.

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  • Manhattan West , a modern investment firm with a vertically integrated platform of in-house services and investments, is pleased to announce the promotion of Angie Spielman to Founding Partner.
  • In 2016, Spielman joined Manhattan Wests CEO and Founding Principal, Lorenzo Esparza , in breaking away from J.P. Morgan to launch the firm.
  • Prior to joining Manhattan West, she worked in the Commercial Banking division at Bank of America and J.P. Morgan.
  • Outside of her role at Manhattan West, Spielman is a member of the Finance Committee at the San Diego Jewish Academy.