With over 25 years of experience, Ruth is one of New York City’s foremost experts in commercial real estate valuation and analysis.

She holds the MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute, awarded only to those who complete rigorous educational requirements, have extensive appraisal experience and pass a comprehensive examination, all significantly exceeding state and federal requirements. She is also a Professional Member of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Frequently sought after to serve as an expert in arbitration and litigation matters, Ruth is a certified general appraiser in the State of New York and State of Connecticut and qualified expert witness in both states. She is also a commercial panel member of the American Arbitration Association.

Ruth has been involved in major New York City commercial projects valued in excess of 10 billion dollars. Notable assignments include the World Trade Center site, GM Building, Empire State Building and Solow Building, among others.

• Highlights of past and current professional accomplishments:

  • Current National Board Member and local Board Member of the Appraisal Institute
  • Past President of the Association of Real Estate Women (AREW)
  • Past President of Metropolitan New York Chapter of the Appraisal Institute
  • Recognized as one of the 100 Women Real Estate Leaders for the 21st Century by Real Estate Weekly
  • Presently serves on the Appraisal Advisory Council of New York University’s Real Estate Masters Program
  • Awarded the Galaxy Award, Woman of the Future in 2000 by the New York Women’s Agenda
  • Recipient of the Association of Real Estate Women's prestigious Founders' Award
  • Recognized as Person of the Year by the Metropolitan NY Chapter of the Appraisal Institute
  • Past Chair of the Appraisal Committee of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
  • Appointed to the board of  REAC, (Real Estate Advisory Coalition), a non-profit established to assist tenants affected by the 9/11 tragedy
  • Named one of the Top 50 Women In New York City Real Estate in Real Estate Weekly