Bob Forman
Director of Leasing
New York,NY
Summary
Dynamic Director of Leasing with a proven track record at Shorenstein Real Estate, excelling in lease negotiations and property marketing strategies. Expert in maintaining high occupancy levels and fostering strong relationships with tenants and brokers. Adept at market analysis and team collaboration, driving successful leasing operations and enhancing property performance.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Leasing
Shorenstein Real Estate
New York, NY
01.2015 - 11.2025
- Managed renewals, expansions, and new leasing processes from negotiations to execution.
- Collaborated with Asset Management and Property Management to optimize occupancy rates.
- Maintained monthly lease assumptions for accurate forecasting.
- Updated daily listings on VTS and Costar platforms.
- Cultivated relationships with key contacts in the real estate brokerage community.
- Actively participated in Fashion District BID initiatives.
- Recommended upgrades for vacant spaces to enhance marketability.
- Fostered strong relationships between tenants and landlords.
Director of Leasing
1407 Broadway Real Estate LLC/ The Lightstone Group
New York, New York
01.2008 - 04.2015
- Oversaw leasing operations for 1.1 million square foot property, ensuring optimal occupancy.
- Managed installation of Buildings Class E Fire Alarm upgrade to enhance safety compliance.
- Created regular leasing activity reports to track performance metrics and trends.
- Directed tenant negotiations, leveraging strong interpersonal skills to achieve favorable terms.
- Conducted semi-weekly meetings with building staff to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Maintained positive relationships with real estate brokers to facilitate property marketing efforts.
- Participated in evaluation and selection of architectural and engineering firms for building projects.
- Reviewed monthly rent rolls to monitor financial performance and tenant obligations.
Director of Leasing
Gettinger Management LLC@ 1407 Broadway
New York, NY
01.2005 - 12.2007
- Managed comprehensive leasing activities for entire building, ensuring seamless operations.
- Negotiated leasing terms with existing and external tenants to maximize occupancy rates.
- Oversaw rent collections and managed legal proceedings related to arrears.
- Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities.
Director of Leasing
Helmsley Spear
New York, NY
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Managed leasing operations for two commercial properties, 1385 Broadway and 1400 Broadway, encompassing 1 million sq. ft.
- Supervised approximately 20 building and office staff to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained occupancy levels at 90-95 percent through effective marketing strategies.
- Reviewed trade journals and engaged with industry professionals to identify trends.
- Participated in contract negotiations and conducted thorough due diligence.
- Negotiated leasing and marketing agreements to optimize property performance.
- Administered advertising budgets while collaborating with client accounting departments to ensure service value.
Tenant Broker Representative
Winoker Realty Services
New York, NY
01.1994 - 01.2004
- Represented national retail tenant in leasing negotiations across approximately 200 retail sites nationwide.
- Sold assets and leased properties in malls and strip centers across the United States.
- Delivered detailed status reports and market insights to clients for informed decision-making.
- Marketed commercial spaces from advertisement through lease signing and renewal.
- Former member of ICSC, contributing industry knowledge and networking capabilities.
Tenant Broker Representative
Andover Realty
New York, NY
01.1979 - 12.1993
- Negotiated new and renewal lease agreements with external brokerage firms.
- Sold and leased several million square feet of properties in metropolitan New York area.
- Provided promotional brokerage services to enhance market visibility.
- Developed new properties for leasing and management purposes.
- Contacted institutions and business owners to address commercial real estate needs.
- Maintained records of phone and foot canvassing activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences -
Syracuse University
Syracuse, New YorkSkills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Lease negotiation and management
- Property marketing strategies
- Market analysis and research
- Problem solving techniques
- Team collaboration skills
- Time management expertise
- Renewal strategy development
- Occupancy level maintenance
- Presentation software skills
- Document formatting and editing
Certification
New York State Real Estate Broker License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Leasing
Shorenstein Real Estate
01.2015 - 11.2025
Director of Leasing
1407 Broadway Real Estate LLC/ The Lightstone Group
01.2008 - 04.2015
Director of Leasing
Gettinger Management LLC@ 1407 Broadway
01.2005 - 12.2007
Director of Leasing
Helmsley Spear
01.2004 - 01.2005
Tenant Broker Representative
Winoker Realty Services
01.1994 - 01.2004
Tenant Broker Representative
Andover Realty
01.1979 - 12.1993
Bachelor of Arts & Sciences -
Syracuse University