The Brooklyn Real Estate Roundtable Returns to the Brooklyn Historical Society May 3

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Brooklyn Historical Society continues its popular Brooklyn Real Estate Roundtable series on May 3, 2016.

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The Brooklyn Real Estate Roundtable consists of quarterly luncheons and networking events where industry professionals gather to exchange insider knowledge on Brooklyn’s bustling real estate market.

The next event in the Roundtable series will be the May Luncheon on Tuesday, May 3, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Brooklyn Historical Society. The luncheon will kick off with networking and cocktails at 12 pm in the historic Othmer Library, followed by the speaking program and lunch in the Great Hall, consisting of lively Q&As with:

• Kathryn S. Wylde, President & CEO, Partnership for New York City, who will talk about New York City’s economy and the future of Brooklyn. Partnership for New York City is the city’s leading business organization, working with government, labor, and the civic sector to build a stronger New York, with a focus on education, infrastructure and the economy. Wylde is an internationally known expert in housing, economic development and urban policy.
• Sherry Wang, Vice President, Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group (UIG), who will discuss the firm’s recent work in Brooklyn. Goldman Sachs’ UIG deploys the firm’s capital by making investments and loans that benefit underserved communities, serving as a catalyst in the revitalization of distressed urban neighborhoods. Since joining UIG in 2009, Sherry has invested in more than 30 projects across New York, New Jersey, California, Michigan, Utah, Montana, and Louisiana.
• Ulgur Aydin, Principal, KSK Construction Group, who will give insights on his company’s projects in Brooklyn. With over 100 years of combined experience in the construction business, KSK Construction Group provides real estate development services to a wide spectrum of clients, specializing in luxury condominium projects.

There will also be a special presentation by Anne Ketterer, Architect, Marvel Architects, on the ZQA (Zoning for Quality and Affordability) recently passed by the City Council and what it means for you.

All proceeds from this event benefit the nonprofit organization Brooklyn Historical Society and its education programs.

The Brooklyn Historical Society was founded in 1861 — originally as the Long Island Historical Society — and has been in its gorgeous landmark building in Brooklyn Heights since 1881. It’s a nationally recognized urban history center, and one of the best places to learn about Brooklyn’s 400-year history.