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AURA LIC
23-02 42nd Road
Residential | Luxury Multifamily
Make your everyday extraordinary at AURA, Long Island City’s most refined boutique rental residence. AURA’s 240 elegantly designed studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments provide a sophisticated urban experience on an intimate scale rarely found in the neighborhood. Sweeping views of Manhattan and the East River enhance every moment, while condo level finishes, lofty ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere for residents. 15,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated indoor and outdoor amenities include a spectacular triple-height Fitness Center, a Club Lounge residential living room with adjacent co-working and private dining areas and spacious wraparound terrace, and an elegant rooftop Sky Lounge and Sky Terrace providing breathtaking Manhattan skyline vistas. Click here to visit the site: www.aura-lic.com
The Lion Match Building
22-15 43rd Avenue
Office | Retail
Located in the thriving Court Square district of Long Island City, The Lion Match Building was built in 1924 as a matchstick manufacturing and warehouse location for the Lion Match Company. The four-story building was converted from an industrial property into a 60,000 RSF boutique commercial office and retail building in the early 2000s. Recently, the lobby was refreshed, including the expansion of an existing mural, and the second, third, and fourth floors were completely renovated to include multiple pre-built offices with new HVAC systems and new common corridors and restrooms.
38-01 35th Avenue
Commercial | Retail
A prime location just one block from Astoria’s main thoroughfare, Steinway Street, this two-story commercial/retail property was repositioned from a former factory into the home of two long-term franchise restaurants. The building is situated within blocks of the famed Kaufman Astoria Studios and The Museum of the Moving Image and is across the street from a proposed $2 billion, five block mixed-used development known as Innovation QNS.
56-07 48th Street
Commercial | Distribution
Located in the Maspeth section of Queens, blocks away from the existing UPS and FedEx distribution centers and the planned 1mm SF Amazon distribution center, this 78,000 SF property serves as a conveniently located, last-mile fulfillment facility delivering goods into Manhattan and across New York City. The property features a 32-door, single-story cross docked warehouse, finished office space and a garage with four overhead doors as well as ample on-site truck parking.
36-50 31st Street
Warehouse | Industrial
Encompassing nearly 34,000 SF, these single-story warehouse buildings are strategically located at the intersection of the emerging mixed-use neighborhoods of Long Island City and Astoria and just steps away from several subway lines. These buildings are currently divided into four separate tenant spaces, including a commercial commissary space, fabrication and distribution facilities and offices.
The Lion Match Building
22-15 43rd Avenue
Office | Retail
Located in the thriving Court Square district of Long Island City, The Lion Match Building was built in 1924 as a matchstick manufacturing and warehouse location for the Lion Match Company. The four-story building was converted from an industrial property into a 60,000 RSF boutique commercial office and retail building in the early 2000s. Recently, the lobby was refreshed, including the expansion of an existing mural, and the second, third, and fourth floors were completely renovated to include multiple pre-built offices with new HVAC systems and new common corridors and restrooms.
38-01 35th Avenue
Commercial | Retail
A prime location just one block from Astoria’s main thoroughfare, Steinway Street, this two-story commercial/retail property was repositioned from a former factory into the home of two long-term franchise restaurants. The building is situated within blocks of the famed Kaufman Astoria Studios and The Museum of the Moving Image and is across the street from a proposed $2 billion, five block mixed-used development known as Innovation QNS.
56-07 48th Street
Commercial | Distribution
Located in the Maspeth section of Queens, blocks away from the existing UPS and FedEx distribution centers and the planned 1mm SF Amazon distribution center, this 78,000 SF property serves as a conveniently located, last-mile fulfillment facility delivering goods into Manhattan and across New York City. The property features a 32-door, single-story cross docked warehouse, finished office space and a garage with four overhead doors as well as ample on-site truck parking.
36-50 31st Street
Warehouse | Industrial
Encompassing nearly 34,000 SF, these single-story warehouse buildings are strategically located at the intersection of the emerging mixed-use neighborhoods of Long Island City and Astoria and just steps away from several subway lines. These buildings are currently divided into four separate tenant spaces, including a commercial commissary space, fabrication and distribution facilities and offices.
36-01 47th Avenue and 45-54 37th Street
Warehouse | Industrial
A pair of adjacent single-story warehouse buildings located in the East of the Yards section of Long Island City, these properties are located just off of Queens Boulevard and sit within a city block of similar buildings largely owned by Werwaiss Properties. These buildings are typical of many of the properties in our portfolio which are tenanted by a cross section of distribution, light manufacturing and contracting companies who value the convenient access to Queens, Long Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan by both road and subway.
38-01 35th Avenue
Commercial | Retail
A prime location just one block from Astoria’s main thoroughfare, Steinway Street, this two-story commercial/retail property was repositioned from a former factory into the home of two long-term franchise restaurants. The building is situated within blocks of the famed Kaufman Astoria Studios and The Museum of the Moving Image and is across the street from a proposed $2 billion, five block mixed-used development known as Innovation QNS.
56-07 48th Street
Commercial | Distribution
Located in the Maspeth section of Queens, blocks away from the existing UPS and FedEx distribution centers and the planned 1mm SF Amazon distribution center, this 78,000 SF property serves as a conveniently located, last-mile fulfillment facility delivering goods into Manhattan and across New York City. The property features a 32-door, single-story cross docked warehouse, finished office space and a garage with four overhead doors as well as ample on-site truck parking.
36-50 31st Street
Warehouse | Industrial
Encompassing nearly 34,000 SF, these single-story warehouse buildings are strategically located at the intersection of the emerging mixed-use neighborhoods of Long Island City and Astoria and just steps away from several subway lines. These buildings are currently divided into four separate tenant spaces, including a commercial commissary space, fabrication and distribution facilities and offices.
36-01 47th Avenue and 45-54 37th Street
Warehouse | Industrial
A pair of adjacent single-story warehouse buildings located in the East of the Yards section of Long Island City, these properties are located just off of Queens Boulevard and sit within a city block of similar buildings largely owned by Werwaiss Properties. These buildings are typical of many of the properties in our portfolio which are tenanted by a cross section of distribution, light manufacturing and contracting companies who value the convenient access to Queens, Long Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan by both road and subway.
9-11/17 43rd Avenue
Warehouse | Office
Located two blocks from both the East River and Queens Plaza, this pair of adjacent buildings combine to offer 12,000 SF of ground floor warehouse space with drive-in loading/access as well as finished second floor office space.
56-07 48th Street
Commercial | Distribution
Located in the Maspeth section of Queens, blocks away from the existing UPS and FedEx distribution centers and the planned 1mm SF Amazon distribution center, this 78,000 SF property serves as a conveniently located, last-mile fulfillment facility delivering goods into Manhattan and across New York City. The property features a 32-door, single-story cross docked warehouse, finished office space and a garage with four overhead doors as well as ample on-site truck parking.
36-50 31st Street
Warehouse | Industrial
Encompassing nearly 34,000 SF, these single-story warehouse buildings are strategically located at the intersection of the emerging mixed-use neighborhoods of Long Island City and Astoria and just steps away from several subway lines. These buildings are currently divided into four separate tenant spaces, including a commercial commissary space, fabrication and distribution facilities and offices.
36-01 47th Avenue and 45-54 37th Street
Warehouse | Industrial
A pair of adjacent single-story warehouse buildings located in the East of the Yards section of Long Island City, these properties are located just off of Queens Boulevard and sit within a city block of similar buildings largely owned by Werwaiss Properties. These buildings are typical of many of the properties in our portfolio which are tenanted by a cross section of distribution, light manufacturing and contracting companies who value the convenient access to Queens, Long Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan by both road and subway.
9-11/17 43rd Avenue
Warehouse | Office
Located two blocks from both the East River and Queens Plaza, this pair of adjacent buildings combine to offer 12,000 SF of ground floor warehouse space with drive-in loading/access as well as finished second floor office space.
39-15 29th Street and 39-20 30th Street
Warehouse | Office
Situated in the vibrant, mixed-use Dutch Kills neighborhood of Long Island City and within a short walk of several subway lines, this through-block site encompasses two buildings which combine to provide nearly 25,000 SF of rentable space. On 29th Street, a two-story building with ground floor warehouse/garage and second floor finished office space is connected to a two-story building on 30th Street with an upper level warehouse and office and lower level garage.
36-50 31st Street
Warehouse | Industrial
Encompassing nearly 34,000 SF, these single-story warehouse buildings are strategically located at the intersection of the emerging mixed-use neighborhoods of Long Island City and Astoria and just steps away from several subway lines. These buildings are currently divided into four separate tenant spaces, including a commercial commissary space, fabrication and distribution facilities and offices.
36-01 47th Avenue and 45-54 37th Street
Warehouse | Industrial
A pair of adjacent single-story warehouse buildings located in the East of the Yards section of Long Island City, these properties are located just off of Queens Boulevard and sit within a city block of similar buildings largely owned by Werwaiss Properties. These buildings are typical of many of the properties in our portfolio which are tenanted by a cross section of distribution, light manufacturing and contracting companies who value the convenient access to Queens, Long Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan by both road and subway.
9-11/17 43rd Avenue
Warehouse | Office
Located two blocks from both the East River and Queens Plaza, this pair of adjacent buildings combine to offer 12,000 SF of ground floor warehouse space with drive-in loading/access as well as finished second floor office space.
39-15 29th Street and 39-20 30th Street
Warehouse | Office
Situated in the vibrant, mixed-use Dutch Kills neighborhood of Long Island City and within a short walk of several subway lines, this through-block site encompasses two buildings which combine to provide nearly 25,000 SF of rentable space. On 29th Street, a two-story building with ground floor warehouse/garage and second floor finished office space is connected to a two-story building on 30th Street with an upper level warehouse and office and lower level garage.
38-78 Review Avenue
Warehouse | Industrial
A 15,000 SF, single-story building on 25,000 SF of land used by the tenant as a private parking lot in the more industrial section of Long Island City. Located just south of the LIE/495 and just east of the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, the BQE/278 and the Queensboro Bridge, the location provides convenient access and multiple paths for distribution.
36-01 47th Avenue and 45-54 37th Street
Warehouse | Industrial
A pair of adjacent single-story warehouse buildings located in the East of the Yards section of Long Island City, these properties are located just off of Queens Boulevard and sit within a city block of similar buildings largely owned by Werwaiss Properties. These buildings are typical of many of the properties in our portfolio which are tenanted by a cross section of distribution, light manufacturing and contracting companies who value the convenient access to Queens, Long Island, Brooklyn and Manhattan by both road and subway.
9-11/17 43rd Avenue
Warehouse | Office
Located two blocks from both the East River and Queens Plaza, this pair of adjacent buildings combine to offer 12,000 SF of ground floor warehouse space with drive-in loading/access as well as finished second floor office space.
39-15 29th Street and 39-20 30th Street
Warehouse | Office
Situated in the vibrant, mixed-use Dutch Kills neighborhood of Long Island City and within a short walk of several subway lines, this through-block site encompasses two buildings which combine to provide nearly 25,000 SF of rentable space. On 29th Street, a two-story building with ground floor warehouse/garage and second floor finished office space is connected to a two-story building on 30th Street with an upper level warehouse and office and lower level garage.
38-78 Review Avenue
Warehouse | Industrial
A 15,000 SF, single-story building on 25,000 SF of land used by the tenant as a private parking lot in the more industrial section of Long Island City. Located just south of the LIE/495 and just east of the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, the BQE/278 and the Queensboro Bridge, the location provides convenient access and multiple paths for distribution.
8 Court Square
25-34 Jackson Avenue
Mixed Use | Luxury Multifamily and Retail
Inspired by its landmarked surroundings, 8 Court Square, a contemporary classic, offers premium boutique rental residences in the heart of Long Island City. The 20-story tower includes 157 thoughtfully crafted residential apartments, as well as more than 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a dedicated amenity floor with double height resident lounge, bookable dining room, co-working and conference rooms, game room and fitness center, all set off a large outdoor landscaped terrace. The two-building development also includes more than 16,000 square feet of retail space with frontage on Jackson Avenue. Click here to visit the site.
9-11/17 43rd Avenue
Warehouse | Office
Located two blocks from both the East River and Queens Plaza, this pair of adjacent buildings combine to offer 12,000 SF of ground floor warehouse space with drive-in loading/access as well as finished second floor office space.
39-15 29th Street and 39-20 30th Street
Warehouse | Office
Situated in the vibrant, mixed-use Dutch Kills neighborhood of Long Island City and within a short walk of several subway lines, this through-block site encompasses two buildings which combine to provide nearly 25,000 SF of rentable space. On 29th Street, a two-story building with ground floor warehouse/garage and second floor finished office space is connected to a two-story building on 30th Street with an upper level warehouse and office and lower level garage.
38-78 Review Avenue
Warehouse | Industrial
A 15,000 SF, single-story building on 25,000 SF of land used by the tenant as a private parking lot in the more industrial section of Long Island City. Located just south of the LIE/495 and just east of the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, the BQE/278 and the Queensboro Bridge, the location provides convenient access and multiple paths for distribution.
8 Court Square
25-34 Jackson Avenue
Mixed Use | Luxury Multifamily and Retail
Inspired by its landmarked surroundings, 8 Court Square, a contemporary classic, offers premium boutique rental residences in the heart of Long Island City. The 20-story tower includes 157 thoughtfully crafted residential apartments, as well as more than 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a dedicated amenity floor with double height resident lounge, bookable dining room, co-working and conference rooms, game room and fitness center, all set off a large outdoor landscaped terrace. The two-building development also includes more than 16,000 square feet of retail space with frontage on Jackson Avenue. Click here to visit the site.
AURA LIC
23-02 42nd Road
Residential | Luxury Multifamily
Make your everyday extraordinary at AURA, Long Island City’s most refined boutique rental residence. AURA’s 240 elegantly designed studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments provide a sophisticated urban experience on an intimate scale rarely found in the neighborhood. Sweeping views of Manhattan and the East River enhance every moment, while condo level finishes, lofty ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere for residents. 15,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated indoor and outdoor amenities include a spectacular triple-height Fitness Center, a Club Lounge residential living room with adjacent co-working and private dining areas and spacious wraparound terrace, and an elegant rooftop Sky Lounge and Sky Terrace providing breathtaking Manhattan skyline vistas. Click here to visit the site: www.aura-lic.com
39-15 29th Street and 39-20 30th Street
Warehouse | Office
Situated in the vibrant, mixed-use Dutch Kills neighborhood of Long Island City and within a short walk of several subway lines, this through-block site encompasses two buildings which combine to provide nearly 25,000 SF of rentable space. On 29th Street, a two-story building with ground floor warehouse/garage and second floor finished office space is connected to a two-story building on 30th Street with an upper level warehouse and office and lower level garage.
38-78 Review Avenue
Warehouse | Industrial
A 15,000 SF, single-story building on 25,000 SF of land used by the tenant as a private parking lot in the more industrial section of Long Island City. Located just south of the LIE/495 and just east of the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, the BQE/278 and the Queensboro Bridge, the location provides convenient access and multiple paths for distribution.
8 Court Square
25-34 Jackson Avenue
Mixed Use | Luxury Multifamily and Retail
Inspired by its landmarked surroundings, 8 Court Square, a contemporary classic, offers premium boutique rental residences in the heart of Long Island City. The 20-story tower includes 157 thoughtfully crafted residential apartments, as well as more than 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a dedicated amenity floor with double height resident lounge, bookable dining room, co-working and conference rooms, game room and fitness center, all set off a large outdoor landscaped terrace. The two-building development also includes more than 16,000 square feet of retail space with frontage on Jackson Avenue. Click here to visit the site.
AURA LIC
23-02 42nd Road
Residential | Luxury Multifamily
Make your everyday extraordinary at AURA, Long Island City’s most refined boutique rental residence. AURA’s 240 elegantly designed studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments provide a sophisticated urban experience on an intimate scale rarely found in the neighborhood. Sweeping views of Manhattan and the East River enhance every moment, while condo level finishes, lofty ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere for residents. 15,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated indoor and outdoor amenities include a spectacular triple-height Fitness Center, a Club Lounge residential living room with adjacent co-working and private dining areas and spacious wraparound terrace, and an elegant rooftop Sky Lounge and Sky Terrace providing breathtaking Manhattan skyline vistas. Click here to visit the site: www.aura-lic.com
The Lion Match Building
22-15 43rd Avenue
Office | Retail
Located in the thriving Court Square district of Long Island City, The Lion Match Building was built in 1924 as a matchstick manufacturing and warehouse location for the Lion Match Company. The four-story building was converted from an industrial property into a 60,000 RSF boutique commercial office and retail building in the early 2000s. Recently, the lobby was refreshed, including the expansion of an existing mural, and the second, third, and fourth floors were completely renovated to include multiple pre-built offices with new HVAC systems and new common corridors and restrooms.
38-78 Review Avenue
Warehouse | Industrial
A 15,000 SF, single-story building on 25,000 SF of land used by the tenant as a private parking lot in the more industrial section of Long Island City. Located just south of the LIE/495 and just east of the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, the BQE/278 and the Queensboro Bridge, the location provides convenient access and multiple paths for distribution.
8 Court Square
25-34 Jackson Avenue
Mixed Use | Luxury Multifamily and Retail
Inspired by its landmarked surroundings, 8 Court Square, a contemporary classic, offers premium boutique rental residences in the heart of Long Island City. The 20-story tower includes 157 thoughtfully crafted residential apartments, as well as more than 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a dedicated amenity floor with double height resident lounge, bookable dining room, co-working and conference rooms, game room and fitness center, all set off a large outdoor landscaped terrace. The two-building development also includes more than 16,000 square feet of retail space with frontage on Jackson Avenue. Click here to visit the site.
AURA LIC
23-02 42nd Road
Residential | Luxury Multifamily
Make your everyday extraordinary at AURA, Long Island City’s most refined boutique rental residence. AURA’s 240 elegantly designed studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments provide a sophisticated urban experience on an intimate scale rarely found in the neighborhood. Sweeping views of Manhattan and the East River enhance every moment, while condo level finishes, lofty ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere for residents. 15,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated indoor and outdoor amenities include a spectacular triple-height Fitness Center, a Club Lounge residential living room with adjacent co-working and private dining areas and spacious wraparound terrace, and an elegant rooftop Sky Lounge and Sky Terrace providing breathtaking Manhattan skyline vistas. Click here to visit the site: www.aura-lic.com
The Lion Match Building
22-15 43rd Avenue
Office | Retail
Located in the thriving Court Square district of Long Island City, The Lion Match Building was built in 1924 as a matchstick manufacturing and warehouse location for the Lion Match Company. The four-story building was converted from an industrial property into a 60,000 RSF boutique commercial office and retail building in the early 2000s. Recently, the lobby was refreshed, including the expansion of an existing mural, and the second, third, and fourth floors were completely renovated to include multiple pre-built offices with new HVAC systems and new common corridors and restrooms.
38-01 35th Avenue
Commercial | Retail
A prime location just one block from Astoria’s main thoroughfare, Steinway Street, this two-story commercial/retail property was repositioned from a former factory into the home of two long-term franchise restaurants. The building is situated within blocks of the famed Kaufman Astoria Studios and The Museum of the Moving Image and is across the street from a proposed $2 billion, five block mixed-used development known as Innovation QNS.
8 Court Square
25-34 Jackson Avenue
Mixed Use | Luxury Multifamily and Retail
Inspired by its landmarked surroundings, 8 Court Square, a contemporary classic, offers premium boutique rental residences in the heart of Long Island City. The 20-story tower includes 157 thoughtfully crafted residential apartments, as well as more than 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a dedicated amenity floor with double height resident lounge, bookable dining room, co-working and conference rooms, game room and fitness center, all set off a large outdoor landscaped terrace. The two-building development also includes more than 16,000 square feet of retail space with frontage on Jackson Avenue. Click here to visit the site.
AURA LIC
23-02 42nd Road
Residential | Luxury Multifamily
Make your everyday extraordinary at AURA, Long Island City’s most refined boutique rental residence. AURA’s 240 elegantly designed studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments provide a sophisticated urban experience on an intimate scale rarely found in the neighborhood. Sweeping views of Manhattan and the East River enhance every moment, while condo level finishes, lofty ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere for residents. 15,000 square feet of thoughtfully curated indoor and outdoor amenities include a spectacular triple-height Fitness Center, a Club Lounge residential living room with adjacent co-working and private dining areas and spacious wraparound terrace, and an elegant rooftop Sky Lounge and Sky Terrace providing breathtaking Manhattan skyline vistas. Click here to visit the site: www.aura-lic.com
The Lion Match Building
22-15 43rd Avenue
Office | Retail
Located in the thriving Court Square district of Long Island City, The Lion Match Building was built in 1924 as a matchstick manufacturing and warehouse location for the Lion Match Company. The four-story building was converted from an industrial property into a 60,000 RSF boutique commercial office and retail building in the early 2000s. Recently, the lobby was refreshed, including the expansion of an existing mural, and the second, third, and fourth floors were completely renovated to include multiple pre-built offices with new HVAC systems and new common corridors and restrooms.
38-01 35th Avenue
Commercial | Retail
A prime location just one block from Astoria’s main thoroughfare, Steinway Street, this two-story commercial/retail property was repositioned from a former factory into the home of two long-term franchise restaurants. The building is situated within blocks of the famed Kaufman Astoria Studios and The Museum of the Moving Image and is across the street from a proposed $2 billion, five block mixed-used development known as Innovation QNS.
56-07 48th Street
Commercial | Distribution
Located in the Maspeth section of Queens, blocks away from the existing UPS and FedEx distribution centers and the planned 1mm SF Amazon distribution center, this 78,000 SF property serves as a conveniently located, last-mile fulfillment facility delivering goods into Manhattan and across New York City. The property features a 32-door, single-story cross docked warehouse, finished office space and a garage with four overhead doors as well as ample on-site truck parking.
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The Team
John Werwaiss | Partner
For close to half a century John has led the business. Active in both business and civic affairs, he is currently Vice Chairman and board member of the Long Island City Partnership and a board member of Doyle New York. He was previously a board member of Fidelis Care New York and former Chairman and board member of Regis High School, a tuition-free and merit-based school in New York City giving special consideration to families in need of financial assistance. He was also actively involved in the establishment of the James Weldon Johnson Community Center in Harlem. Additionally, he served on the Board of Regents of his alma mater Georgetown University and is a former Chairman and CEO of Realty Growth Investors (REIT). He received his B.A. from Georgetown University and attended Bernard Baruch Graduate School of Business.
John A. W. Werwaiss | Partner
John joined the firm in 2017 to lead new development efforts. Previously, John was a Partner at Lindsay Goldberg, a private investment firm that facilitated long-term growth and value creation in partnership with family-owned and closely-held businesses. During his 16-year tenure he led, co-led or was actively involved in nearly 50 acquisitions across a wide variety of industries representing approximately $6 billion in transaction value. Previously, he held positions at Bessemer Holdings and in mergers and acquisitions for Merrill Lynch & Co. John earned his M.B.A. from Stanford University and his B.A. from Williams College. John is responsible for new residential development, including the recently completed 8 Court Square and 23-10 42nd Road, which is currently under construction.
Gretchen Werwaiss | Partner
After practicing law for 14 years, Gretchen joined the business in 2009. She focuses on leasing, marketing, tenant-relations and legal matters, and oversees the commercial portfolio. She is the former President and a current and longstanding member of the Board of the Queens Museum of Art. She also serves on the board of the Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID). Gretchen earned a B.A. and a J.D. from Georgetown University.
Brian Lee | Controller
Since 2019 Brian has managed accounting and finance operations including current and future development projects. He has over 12 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry in both property management and development of residential and commercial properties. He earned a B.A. in Accounting from Bernard Baruch College and a Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investments from New York University.
Lazar Feygin | Director of Property Management (Commercial)
Lazar joined the firm in 2025 to oversee commercial property management and is responsible for managing and optimizing the company’s commercial portfolio. Previously he held property and asset management positions at TF Cornerstone and The Besen Group. With over 15 years of experience managing commercial assets throughout New York City, Lazar brings a broad background to the company. Lazar earned a B.S. from the University at Albany.
John A. W. Werwaiss | Partner
John joined the firm in 2017 to lead new development efforts. Previously, John was a Partner at Lindsay Goldberg, a private investment firm that facilitated long-term growth and value creation in partnership with family-owned and closely-held businesses. During his 16-year tenure he led, co-led or was actively involved in nearly 50 acquisitions across a wide variety of industries representing approximately $6 billion in transaction value. Previously, he held positions at Bessemer Holdings and in mergers and acquisitions for Merrill Lynch & Co. John earned his M.B.A. from Stanford University and his B.A. from Williams College. John is responsible for new residential development, including the recently completed 8 Court Square and 23-10 42nd Road, which is currently under construction.
Gretchen Werwaiss | Partner
After practicing law for 14 years, Gretchen joined the business in 2009. She focuses on leasing, marketing, tenant-relations and legal matters, and oversees the commercial portfolio. She is the former President and a current and longstanding member of the Board of the Queens Museum of Art. She also serves on the board of the Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID). Gretchen earned a B.A. and a J.D. from Georgetown University.
Brian Lee | Controller
Since 2019 Brian has managed accounting and finance operations including current and future development projects. He has over 12 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry in both property management and development of residential and commercial properties. He earned a B.A. in Accounting from Bernard Baruch College and a Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investments from New York University.
Lazar Feygin | Director of Property Management (Commercial)
Lazar joined the firm in 2025 to oversee commercial property management and is responsible for managing and optimizing the company’s commercial portfolio. Previously he held property and asset management positions at TF Cornerstone and The Besen Group. With over 15 years of experience managing commercial assets throughout New York City, Lazar brings a broad background to the company. Lazar earned a B.S. from the University at Albany.
Allison Plunkett | Property Management & Accounting Associate
Allison has assisted with daily business operations since 2012. Among other things, Allison handles all matters related to utility accounts at the managed properties, she manages all required tenant and contractor insurance certificates, and she coordinates the processing of tenant security deposits. Allison holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Gretchen Werwaiss | Partner
After practicing law for 14 years, Gretchen joined the business in 2009. She focuses on leasing, marketing, tenant-relations and legal matters, and oversees the commercial portfolio. She is the former President and a current and longstanding member of the Board of the Queens Museum of Art. She also serves on the board of the Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID). Gretchen earned a B.A. and a J.D. from Georgetown University.
Brian Lee | Controller
Since 2019 Brian has managed accounting and finance operations including current and future development projects. He has over 12 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry in both property management and development of residential and commercial properties. He earned a B.A. in Accounting from Bernard Baruch College and a Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investments from New York University.
Lazar Feygin | Director of Property Management (Commercial)
Lazar joined the firm in 2025 to oversee commercial property management and is responsible for managing and optimizing the company’s commercial portfolio. Previously he held property and asset management positions at TF Cornerstone and The Besen Group. With over 15 years of experience managing commercial assets throughout New York City, Lazar brings a broad background to the company. Lazar earned a B.S. from the University at Albany.
Allison Plunkett | Property Management & Accounting Associate
Allison has assisted with daily business operations since 2012. Among other things, Allison handles all matters related to utility accounts at the managed properties, she manages all required tenant and contractor insurance certificates, and she coordinates the processing of tenant security deposits. Allison holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Kevon Beckles | Property Accountant
Kevon joined the firm in 2022, with a focus on managing and administering accounting processes for our managed properties. Kevon has over 9 years of accounting experience in public and private organizations in areas such as Accounts Payable, Invoice Management, Taxation and Credit Card Reconciliations. He holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting from CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Brian Lee | Controller
Since 2019 Brian has managed accounting and finance operations including current and future development projects. He has over 12 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry in both property management and development of residential and commercial properties. He earned a B.A. in Accounting from Bernard Baruch College and a Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investments from New York University.
Lazar Feygin | Director of Property Management (Commercial)
Lazar joined the firm in 2025 to oversee commercial property management and is responsible for managing and optimizing the company’s commercial portfolio. Previously he held property and asset management positions at TF Cornerstone and The Besen Group. With over 15 years of experience managing commercial assets throughout New York City, Lazar brings a broad background to the company. Lazar earned a B.S. from the University at Albany.
Allison Plunkett | Property Management & Accounting Associate
Allison has assisted with daily business operations since 2012. Among other things, Allison handles all matters related to utility accounts at the managed properties, she manages all required tenant and contractor insurance certificates, and she coordinates the processing of tenant security deposits. Allison holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Kevon Beckles | Property Accountant
Kevon joined the firm in 2022, with a focus on managing and administering accounting processes for our managed properties. Kevon has over 9 years of accounting experience in public and private organizations in areas such as Accounts Payable, Invoice Management, Taxation and Credit Card Reconciliations. He holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting from CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Samantha Long | Office Coordinator
Samantha is the newest member of the team, having joined the firm in November 2023. Among other things, Samantha handles all aspects of the day-to-day operations of both the Werwaiss office and the Lion Match Building, and she assists with the clerical work of the firm. She is also a professional opera singer. Samantha earned her M.M. from Rice University and her B.M. from Vanderbilt University.
Lazar Feygin | Director of Property Management (Commercial)
Lazar joined the firm in 2025 to oversee commercial property management and is responsible for managing and optimizing the company’s commercial portfolio. Previously he held property and asset management positions at TF Cornerstone and The Besen Group. With over 15 years of experience managing commercial assets throughout New York City, Lazar brings a broad background to the company. Lazar earned a B.S. from the University at Albany.
Allison Plunkett | Property Management & Accounting Associate
Allison has assisted with daily business operations since 2012. Among other things, Allison handles all matters related to utility accounts at the managed properties, she manages all required tenant and contractor insurance certificates, and she coordinates the processing of tenant security deposits. Allison holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Kevon Beckles | Property Accountant
Kevon joined the firm in 2022, with a focus on managing and administering accounting processes for our managed properties. Kevon has over 9 years of accounting experience in public and private organizations in areas such as Accounts Payable, Invoice Management, Taxation and Credit Card Reconciliations. He holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting from CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Samantha Long | Office Coordinator
Samantha is the newest member of the team, having joined the firm in November 2023. Among other things, Samantha handles all aspects of the day-to-day operations of both the Werwaiss office and the Lion Match Building, and she assists with the clerical work of the firm. She is also a professional opera singer. Samantha earned her M.M. from Rice University and her B.M. from Vanderbilt University.
John Werwaiss | Partner
For close to half a century John has led the business. Active in both business and civic affairs, he is currently Vice Chairman and board member of the Long Island City Partnership and a board member of Doyle New York. He was previously a board member of Fidelis Care New York and former Chairman and board member of Regis High School, a tuition-free and merit-based school in New York City giving special consideration to families in need of financial assistance. He was also actively involved in the establishment of the James Weldon Johnson Community Center in Harlem. Additionally, he served on the Board of Regents of his alma mater Georgetown University and is a former Chairman and CEO of Realty Growth Investors (REIT). He received his B.A. from Georgetown University and attended Bernard Baruch Graduate School of Business.
Allison Plunkett | Property Management & Accounting Associate
Allison has assisted with daily business operations since 2012. Among other things, Allison handles all matters related to utility accounts at the managed properties, she manages all required tenant and contractor insurance certificates, and she coordinates the processing of tenant security deposits. Allison holds an Associate Degree in Business Management from the Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Kevon Beckles | Property Accountant
Kevon joined the firm in 2022, with a focus on managing and administering accounting processes for our managed properties. Kevon has over 9 years of accounting experience in public and private organizations in areas such as Accounts Payable, Invoice Management, Taxation and Credit Card Reconciliations. He holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting from CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Samantha Long | Office Coordinator
Samantha is the newest member of the team, having joined the firm in November 2023. Among other things, Samantha handles all aspects of the day-to-day operations of both the Werwaiss office and the Lion Match Building, and she assists with the clerical work of the firm. She is also a professional opera singer. Samantha earned her M.M. from Rice University and her B.M. from Vanderbilt University.
John Werwaiss | Partner
For close to half a century John has led the business. Active in both business and civic affairs, he is currently Vice Chairman and board member of the Long Island City Partnership and a board member of Doyle New York. He was previously a board member of Fidelis Care New York and former Chairman and board member of Regis High School, a tuition-free and merit-based school in New York City giving special consideration to families in need of financial assistance. He was also actively involved in the establishment of the James Weldon Johnson Community Center in Harlem. Additionally, he served on the Board of Regents of his alma mater Georgetown University and is a former Chairman and CEO of Realty Growth Investors (REIT). He received his B.A. from Georgetown University and attended Bernard Baruch Graduate School of Business.
John A. W. Werwaiss | Partner
John joined the firm in 2017 to lead new development efforts. Previously, John was a Partner at Lindsay Goldberg, a private investment firm that facilitated long-term growth and value creation in partnership with family-owned and closely-held businesses. During his 16-year tenure he led, co-led or was actively involved in nearly 50 acquisitions across a wide variety of industries representing approximately $6 billion in transaction value. Previously, he held positions at Bessemer Holdings and in mergers and acquisitions for Merrill Lynch & Co. John earned his M.B.A. from Stanford University and his B.A. from Williams College. John is responsible for new residential development, including the recently completed 8 Court Square and 23-10 42nd Road, which is currently under construction.
Kevon Beckles | Property Accountant
Kevon joined the firm in 2022, with a focus on managing and administering accounting processes for our managed properties. Kevon has over 9 years of accounting experience in public and private organizations in areas such as Accounts Payable, Invoice Management, Taxation and Credit Card Reconciliations. He holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting from CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College.
Samantha Long | Office Coordinator
Samantha is the newest member of the team, having joined the firm in November 2023. Among other things, Samantha handles all aspects of the day-to-day operations of both the Werwaiss office and the Lion Match Building, and she assists with the clerical work of the firm. She is also a professional opera singer. Samantha earned her M.M. from Rice University and her B.M. from Vanderbilt University.
John Werwaiss | Partner
For close to half a century John has led the business. Active in both business and civic affairs, he is currently Vice Chairman and board member of the Long Island City Partnership and a board member of Doyle New York. He was previously a board member of Fidelis Care New York and former Chairman and board member of Regis High School, a tuition-free and merit-based school in New York City giving special consideration to families in need of financial assistance. He was also actively involved in the establishment of the James Weldon Johnson Community Center in Harlem. Additionally, he served on the Board of Regents of his alma mater Georgetown University and is a former Chairman and CEO of Realty Growth Investors (REIT). He received his B.A. from Georgetown University and attended Bernard Baruch Graduate School of Business.
John A. W. Werwaiss | Partner
John joined the firm in 2017 to lead new development efforts. Previously, John was a Partner at Lindsay Goldberg, a private investment firm that facilitated long-term growth and value creation in partnership with family-owned and closely-held businesses. During his 16-year tenure he led, co-led or was actively involved in nearly 50 acquisitions across a wide variety of industries representing approximately $6 billion in transaction value. Previously, he held positions at Bessemer Holdings and in mergers and acquisitions for Merrill Lynch & Co. John earned his M.B.A. from Stanford University and his B.A. from Williams College. John is responsible for new residential development, including the recently completed 8 Court Square and 23-10 42nd Road, which is currently under construction.
Gretchen Werwaiss | Partner
After practicing law for 14 years, Gretchen joined the business in 2009. She focuses on leasing, marketing, tenant-relations and legal matters, and oversees the commercial portfolio. She is the former President and a current and longstanding member of the Board of the Queens Museum of Art. She also serves on the board of the Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID). Gretchen earned a B.A. and a J.D. from Georgetown University.
Samantha Long | Office Coordinator
Samantha is the newest member of the team, having joined the firm in November 2023. Among other things, Samantha handles all aspects of the day-to-day operations of both the Werwaiss office and the Lion Match Building, and she assists with the clerical work of the firm. She is also a professional opera singer. Samantha earned her M.M. from Rice University and her B.M. from Vanderbilt University.
John Werwaiss | Partner
For close to half a century John has led the business. Active in both business and civic affairs, he is currently Vice Chairman and board member of the Long Island City Partnership and a board member of Doyle New York. He was previously a board member of Fidelis Care New York and former Chairman and board member of Regis High School, a tuition-free and merit-based school in New York City giving special consideration to families in need of financial assistance. He was also actively involved in the establishment of the James Weldon Johnson Community Center in Harlem. Additionally, he served on the Board of Regents of his alma mater Georgetown University and is a former Chairman and CEO of Realty Growth Investors (REIT). He received his B.A. from Georgetown University and attended Bernard Baruch Graduate School of Business.
John A. W. Werwaiss | Partner
John joined the firm in 2017 to lead new development efforts. Previously, John was a Partner at Lindsay Goldberg, a private investment firm that facilitated long-term growth and value creation in partnership with family-owned and closely-held businesses. During his 16-year tenure he led, co-led or was actively involved in nearly 50 acquisitions across a wide variety of industries representing approximately $6 billion in transaction value. Previously, he held positions at Bessemer Holdings and in mergers and acquisitions for Merrill Lynch & Co. John earned his M.B.A. from Stanford University and his B.A. from Williams College. John is responsible for new residential development, including the recently completed 8 Court Square and 23-10 42nd Road, which is currently under construction.
Gretchen Werwaiss | Partner
After practicing law for 14 years, Gretchen joined the business in 2009. She focuses on leasing, marketing, tenant-relations and legal matters, and oversees the commercial portfolio. She is the former President and a current and longstanding member of the Board of the Queens Museum of Art. She also serves on the board of the Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID). Gretchen earned a B.A. and a J.D. from Georgetown University.
Brian Lee | Controller
Since 2019 Brian has managed accounting and finance operations including current and future development projects. He has over 12 years of accounting experience in the real estate industry in both property management and development of residential and commercial properties. He earned a B.A. in Accounting from Bernard Baruch College and a Certificate in Real Estate Finance and Investments from New York University.
