Our Company

AmTrust RE is a real estate owner, operator, and investor with properties in key urban centers including NYC and Chicago, and a track record of success.
CORE VALUES

What Sets Us Apart

Integration

From asset acquisition to property management, our full control over the process enables us to maximize returns.

Execution

Our experienced team and proven operating model empower us to act quickly and decisively.

Attention

We support our tenants with attentive and responsive management through every stage of occupancy.
EXPERTISE AND CAPABILITIES

Managing Every Step on the Way to Success

Acquisition

Our investment team specializes in identifying buildings on the cusp of a new chapter with prominent addresses, abundant light and air, and proximity to transportation hubs.

Development

From start to finish, our development team determines the needs of each submarket; they work through entitlements, deploy capital strategically, and manage the intricacies of each project until completion.

Asset Management

Our asset management team is adept at executing strategic capital improvements that maximize returns. They collaborate across acquisitions, construction, and property management to execute a successful business plan and enhance long-term value.

Leasing

Our in-house leasing team collaborates with tenants, brokers, legal counsel, and property managers to create a seamless experience for future tenants from first tour to final delivery.

Property Management

Our property managers deliver an ideal tenant experience by prioritizing an open line of communication and cultivating a tenant-first mentality.

Jonathan Bennett

President

Jonathan Bennett is a seasoned commercial real estate professional with over 20 years of experience. As President of AmTrust RE, Jonathan oversees acquisitions and portfolio optimization for the company’s approximately 12 million square feet of assets in major markets throughout the United States. Since joining the company, Jonathan has spearheaded new acquisitions and repositioning efforts for AmTrustRE’s longstanding properties. Notable projects include acquiring 360 Lexington and 260 Madison, repositioning 250 Broadway and 59 Maiden Lane, developing new amenities, integrating advanced technology, and implementing strategies to strengthen tenant relationships.

Before joining AmTrustRE, Jonathan served as Managing Director at Nakash Holdings, where he oversaw a broad portfolio of investments across asset classes including hospitality, retail, office, and multifamily. His leadership was instrumental in landmark acquisitions such as the Versace Mansion, The Setai Miami Beach, and major retail properties on the Las Vegas Strip.

Team

Leadership

Stuart Axelrod

Chief Financial Officer

Anne Holker

Managing Director of Leasing

Patrick Kearney

Managing Director

Karen Katsoff

Chief Accounting Officer

Erik Tanner

Vice President, Operations and Engineering

Diane Yodice

Vice President, Property Accounting

Lisa Misher

Vice President, Financial Reporting

Bill Greenhaus

Vice President, Information Technology

Zev Caplan

Treasurer

Rubin Bendelstein

Director of Construction

Dan Shapiro

Director of Leasing

TJ Brookover

Regional Manager
Contact

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