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Soloviev Group Appoints Hon. Michael Balboni as Safety and Security Advisor for Freedom Plaza

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Entertainment, Public Safety, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Urban Planning, Casino, Gaming, Freedom Plaza, Public security, Partnership, Trustee, Executive, Nursing, Committee, Knowledge, Freedom, Corrections, 41st Street, Private sector, Quality of life, Lower Manhattan Development Corporation, Risk assessment, First Avenue, NYS, Security, Division, State, Physical

Michael Balboni , former Deputy Secretary for Public Safety and Homeland Security Advisor for New York State who serves as President and Managing Director of RedLand Strategies, to the role of Safety and Security Advisor for Freedom Plaza .

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  • Michael Balboni , former Deputy Secretary for Public Safety and Homeland Security Advisor for New York State who serves as President and Managing Director of RedLand Strategies, to the role of Safety and Security Advisor for Freedom Plaza .
  • “We are honored to add Michael Balboni’s wealth of knowledge and deep expertise to our team,” said Michael Hershman, CEO of the Soloviev Group.
  • “Joining the Soloviev Group and Mohegan in their effort to secure the New York downstate gaming license for Freedom Plaza is a privilege,” said Mr. Balboni.
  • To date, Soloviev Group has garnered support from more than 10,000 Manhattan residents and 250 local small businesses for its community-driven, mixed-use development and publicly accessible open space plan, Freedom Plaza.

Steve Kassin’s Infinity Real Estate Provides a Senior Loan for the Acquisition of 169 First Avenue in Manhattan, NY

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Other Retail, Urban Planning, Restaurant, Bar, Architecture, Retail, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Infinity, Momofuku, First Avenue, Avenue, Partnership, Commercial property, Bank

Infinity Real Estate originated a $2,500,000 floating-rate senior loan as part of a larger purchase and recapitalization of both 169 1st Avenue and 171 1st Avenue in Manhattan.

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  • Infinity Real Estate originated a $2,500,000 floating-rate senior loan as part of a larger purchase and recapitalization of both 169 1st Avenue and 171 1st Avenue in Manhattan.
  • Originally, in 2019, a partnership between BridgeInvest and Infinity originated a $12,000,000 financing package secured by the adjacent mixed-use properties.
  • Both properties were recently sold, providing the opportunity for BridgeInvest and Infinity to redeploy their capital, and for Infinity to independently issue a new senior loan for the purchaser of 169 1st Avenue.
  • Infinity Real Estate has been originating and investing in commercial real estate debt and preferred equity since 2009, with a focus on quality borrowers, quality assets, and quality locations wherein Infinity has an existing portfolio footprint.

Sondhelm Partners Continues Winning Streak at Hedgeweek US Awards 2023

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Monday, October 30, 2023
Partner, Best, News, Winners, Penn club, First Avenue, Marketing, PR, Vesting

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sondhelm Partners, a leader in helping boutique asset managers raise capital and build brands, proudly announces its latest triumphs at the Hedgeweek US Awards 2023 .

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sondhelm Partners, a leader in helping boutique asset managers raise capital and build brands, proudly announces its latest triumphs at the Hedgeweek US Awards 2023 .
  • Additionally, Sondhelm Partners clinched a strong third place in the Best PR & Marketing Firm category.
  • “Navigating capital raising and brand building stands as formidable challenges for many hedge fund managers,” said Dan Sondhelm, CEO of Sondhelm Partners.
  • The firm faced formidable competitors like Agecroft Partners, Boldwater Partners, Clearglass Capital Partners, Crawford Ventures, Eureka Capital Partners, First Avenue, PJT Park Hill, and The Far Hills Group.

Freedom Plaza Announces Community Reinvestment Fund to Contribute Financial Support Each Year for the Fulfillment of Local Needs

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Finance, Professional Services, Philanthropy, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Fund Raising, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Other Philanthropy, Social justice, First Avenue, Environment, City, Advisory board, State, Freedom Plaza, Mohegan, Housing, Restoration Advisory Board, Freedom, Record, 41st Street, Tourism, Retail

The administration, direction, allocation, and distribution of the fund will be independent of Freedom Plaza and overseen by a community-appointed Advisory Board.

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  • The administration, direction, allocation, and distribution of the fund will be independent of Freedom Plaza and overseen by a community-appointed Advisory Board.
  • The annual contribution is intended to advance local initiatives that will positively benefit local residents of all ages.
  • “The Freedom Plaza Community Reinvestment Fund is a direct result of community stakeholder discussions.
  • The revenue generated by the project’s entertainment and hospitality component will allow Freedom Plaza to deliver these and other benefits.

FirstService Residential New York Promotes Five Associates to Leadership Positions in the Multifamily Rental Management Division

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Pritzker family, Amparo, Maverick, The Brooklyn Tower, Gina Sanmiguel, Ruby, Pritzker Architecture Prize, Multimedia, Senior, Growth, First Avenue, Lease administration, Property management, Management, Commercial property

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FirstService Residential, the leading manager of residential properties in the New York region, has announced the appointment of five associates to leadership positions within the Multifamily Rental Management Division ("the division"). The promotions reflect the company's tremendous growth, which includes an addition of more than 5,000 rental units to its New York management portfolio over the past two years.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FirstService Residential, the leading manager of residential properties in the New York region, has announced the appointment of five associates to leadership positions within the Multifamily Rental Management Division ("the division").
  • The promotions reflect the company's tremendous growth, which includes an addition of more than 5,000 rental units to its New York management portfolio over the past two years.
  • - Calynne Oyolokor, Senior Vice President, Multifamily Rental Division
    "Building owners know that our innovative, reliable management approach protects asset value, provides best-in-class expertise, and optimizes building and staff performance.
  • Al Shehada is promoted to managing director in the division, with a management portfolio that includes nearly 3,000 rental units in Long Island City, Yonkers, and Manhattan.

Freedom Plaza will Create 513 Units of Affordable Housing, the Largest Anticipated Number of Newly Constructed Units in the Central Core of Manhattan in More than a Decade

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
Sustainability, Residential Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Environment, Smarr, Negativ, Freedom Plaza, Housing, Freedom, Community Housing Partnership, Workforce, Greater New York, Multimedia, 41st Street, City, New York State Restaurant Association v. New York City Board of Health, Partnership, Economic development, First Avenue, Mohegan Tribe, MIH, Retail, Renewable energy, Health insurance

Spanning more than six-acres from 38th to 41st Street east of First Avenue, the proposed project will be among Manhattan’s largest inclusionary housing initiatives.

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  • Spanning more than six-acres from 38th to 41st Street east of First Avenue, the proposed project will be among Manhattan’s largest inclusionary housing initiatives.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231019710706/en/
    Conceptual rendering of Freedom Plaza, a Manhattan mixed-use development and public open space plan.
  • “Affordable housing, specifically the creation of new low- and moderate-income units, is a top priority in our City and nationally.
  • Applauded by The New York State Restaurant Association, the program will create additional revenue and expand the establishments’ customer base.

Field of Light at Freedom Plaza Names World-Class Production Team to Lead Installation of Public Artwork on Manhattan's East Side

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
Grammy Museum at L.A. Live, Freedom, Advertising, Christmas Tree Farm, First Avenue, Field of Light, Freedom Plaza, Marketing, Shelter Island, New Yorker, City, Non-governmental organization, Solovyov, 41st Street, Film industry, New York City Ballet

NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eventique, Tracy Strann, and Stacey Soloviev have been engaged to lead the installation and ongoing programming of Field of Light, an immersive public art installation by internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro. Made possible by the Soloviev Foundation, Field of Light will encompass more than six-acres from 38th to 41st Street on First Avenue.

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  • Made possible by the Soloviev Foundation , Field of Light will encompass more than six-acres from 38th to 41st Street on First Avenue.
  • "I am deeply honored to be part of the excellent team bringing this celebratory work to New York.
  • My experience serving as Executive Director of Bruce Munro: Field of Light at Sensorio in Paso Robles, California was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
  • Field of Light at Freedom Plaza will welcome guests free of charge and present meaningful opportunities for community engagement and educational programming.

Minnesotans Celebrate Cannabis Legalization

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Friday, July 28, 2023
Cannabis, Online Retail, Retail, Other Retail, Natural Resources, Food, Beverage, Social justice, First Avenue, Senior, Multimedia, Legislation, Nightclub, Drug, Amazon, Bóveda

Boveda, the global leader in 2-way humidity control, is thrilled to be a part of the “Legalized It!” event celebrating the legalization of cannabis in Minnesota.

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  • Boveda, the global leader in 2-way humidity control, is thrilled to be a part of the “Legalized It!” event celebrating the legalization of cannabis in Minnesota.
  • All profits from the event will go to The Great Rise , a non-profit organization committed to promoting social justice, equality, and opportunity for marginalized community members to build sustainable wealth with the legalization of cannabis in Minnesota.
  • David VanEaton, Senior Marketing Manager at Boveda, expressed his excitement about the legalization of cannabis in their state: “We’re proud to be a Minnesota-based business.
  • Learn more about Boveda's 2-way humidity control solutions for cannabis by visiting their website at www.bovedainc.com/cannabis .

The Man Up Club Presents GODFlow Festival Featuring Angela "BLAC CHYNA" White

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
First Avenue, Twin, Culture, Social skills, Movement, Racism, The Man, Trauma, White, Mental health, Character, Riot, Nightclub

Godflow features prolific, positive, and inspirational hip hop emcees from around the country.

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  • Godflow features prolific, positive, and inspirational hip hop emcees from around the country.
  • Special guest, Angela "BLAC CHYNA" White, who was recently baptized and notably gracious to share more about her spiritual and physical transformation, joins Godflow 2023.
  • In addition, Godflow is hosted and headlined by brother-sister hip hop duo, Sis N Lil Bro (@wesisnlilbro).
  • Founder & Executive Director of The Man Up Club and Godflow Fest.

The Man Up Club Presents GODFlow Festival Featuring Angela "BLAC CHYNA" White

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
First Avenue, Twin, Culture, Social skills, Multimedia, Movement, Racism, The Man, Trauma, White, Mental health, Character, Riot, Nightclub

Angela BLAC CHYNA White, recently baptized will share about her spiritual transformation at Godflow Hip Hop & Hope Fest!

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  • Angela BLAC CHYNA White, recently baptized will share about her spiritual transformation at Godflow Hip Hop & Hope Fest!
  • In its 4th year, the festival continues to grow and expand.
  • Special guest, Angela "BLAC CHYNA" White, who was recently baptized and notably gracious to share more about her spiritual and physical transformation, joins Godflow 2023.
  • Founder & Executive Director of The Man Up Club and Godflow Fest.