Author: Tiya Jain

Tiya Jain is a Baker Program in Real Estate graduate student. Prior to Baker she completed her chartered accountancy course in India (Equivalent to the CPA) and has 6 years of post-qualification experience with multinationals such as Ernst & Young, Deutsche Bank, Deloitte etc. Her last position at Deloitte involved advising large developers and private equity funds on funding, structuring and cost saving transactions in line with the local laws and regulations. Prior to Deloitte, she helped Aldia Capital, a boutique investment advisor in India, set up base in Mumbai. She was responsible for creating trusting relationships with the local real estate developers for the firm to secure $100 mm mandates. Tiya also strengthened local banking and financial relationships to the firm to tie up both ends of the deal making process. She is also interested in sustainable energy solutions, solar technology and she implemented the same for 3 housing societies in her neighborhood in Mumbai to cut energy costs by 25%. At Cornell, Tiya is the VP of Events for the Cornell Real Estate Women’s club that looks at leveraging opportunities for professional growth for women and eliminating the gender differences in the real estate industry. Tiya is also a Junior editor for the Cornell Review. The assignment involves contributing high quality research articles for the Cornell yearly journal and also interviewing real estate industry leaders who speak at the Distinguished Speaker Series. She enjoys playing Sudoku and practicing eastern philosophies such as yoga and meditation in her free time. Post Baker she would like to work in real estate investments and finance.

Ms. Susan Dollinger: MD of Citibank and Inspirational Leader

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On the 20th of April, 2017, we had the honor of hosting Ms. Susan Dollinger, Managing Director at Citibank, over a skype conversation for the Distinguished Speaker Series. Ms. Dollinger has stretched the boundaries to define success for women. Working for a large multinational corporation around the globe has made her an authority in the… Continue Reading Ms. Susan Dollinger: MD of Citibank and Inspirational Leader

Distinguished Speaker Series – Susan Dollinger, MD of Citigroup

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On April 20th, we have the distinct honor of hosting a webex with Ms. Susan Dollinger, Managing Director at Citigroup for the distinguished speaker series. With Susan, the Baker Program students will receive an education on international cross border real estate investments due to global exposure in her career. Currently based in Mexico City, Susan’s… Continue Reading Distinguished Speaker Series – Susan Dollinger, MD of Citigroup

Distinguished Speaker Series: David Rodgers, Founding Partner of Park Bridge Financial LLC

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This week The Baker Program has the pleasure of hosting David Rodgers as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series. David is an expert in Commercial Mortgaged-Backed Securities (“CMBS”) with a career spanning over 30 years working in different market scenarios. He is the founder and principal of Park Bridge Financial LLC (established in 2009), which is the… Continue Reading Distinguished Speaker Series: David Rodgers, Founding Partner of Park Bridge Financial LLC

WX New York Women Executives in Real Estate: Susan Swanezy, Partner at Hodes Weill & Associates

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We are privileged to host Ms. Susan Swanezy – Partner at Hodes Weill & Associates for the WX: New York Women in Real Estate Panel Discussion. Hodes Weill & Associates is a real estate advisory boutique with a focus on the investment and funds management industry. Founded in 2009, Hodes Weill* provides institutional capital raising… Continue Reading WX New York Women Executives in Real Estate: Susan Swanezy, Partner at Hodes Weill & Associates

WX Panel Discussion and Distinguished Speaker Series: Ellen Brown – EVP of Acquisitions and Development, Denihan Hospitality

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We would like to introduce another prolific panelist for the WX: New York Women in Real Estate Panel discussion, Ellen Brown. Ellen is the Executive Vice President of Acquisitions & Development for Denihan Hospitality and has been with the organization for over 19 years. Denihan Hospitality has been in the business for more than 50… Continue Reading WX Panel Discussion and Distinguished Speaker Series: Ellen Brown – EVP of Acquisitions and Development, Denihan Hospitality

Mr. Timothy Mayopoulos: The Force Behind Fannie Mae’s Resurrection

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It was a phenomenal experience to sit across from Tim Mayopoulos to gain his insights on Fannie Mae, the economy, and many other subjects. Our interview began with understanding his journey of helping to resurrect Fannie Mae into a resounding success. As with all great leaders, he gave the credit to the players on his team. The… Continue Reading Mr. Timothy Mayopoulos: The Force Behind Fannie Mae’s Resurrection

Distinguished Speaker Series: Mr. Timothy J. Mayopoulos, the President and CEO of Fannie Mae

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On February 9th, we have the distinct honor of hosting Mr. Tim J. Mayopoulos ’80, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Fannie Mae for the distinguished speaker series. Tim started his career with investment banking and held positions with at Deutsche Bank, First Boston and Credit Suisse. He was Executive Vice President and General… Continue Reading Distinguished Speaker Series: Mr. Timothy J. Mayopoulos, the President and CEO of Fannie Mae

A peek into the world of luxury hospitality with J Allen Smith

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It was a pleasure hearing one of our speakers Mr. J. Allen Smith at the Annual Cornell Real Estate Conference in New York City on the 14th of October. Mr. Smith is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Four Seasons Hotels Ltd. He oversees the company’s global portfolio of hotels, resorts and branded residences… Continue Reading A peek into the world of luxury hospitality with J Allen Smith