2024 Women in Commercial Real Estate: Khyati Shah
This article is originally from New York Real Estate Journal published September 24, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Khyati Shah, Senior Associate & Practice Leader at Vocon, has been named to the 2024 Women in Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Spotlight! This recognition celebrates women who have made outstanding contributions to the commercial real estate industry, recognizing their leadership, innovation, and impact.
“Khyati Shah has demonstrated her expertise and commitment through her nearly two decades of award-winning work and leadership. As a Practice Leader, Khyati excels in building repositioning, tenant amenities, pre-lease and leasing strategy, consistently delivering innovative spaces for landlords and developers. She is known for translating complex ideas into dynamic environments while staying on time and within budget. Khyati’s leadership fosters a collaborative approach, inspiring her Team to listen to clients and deliver exceptional results. Her dedication to excellence and client satisfaction sets her apart as a leader in commercial real estate.”
What recent Project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of?
“A remarkable Project transforming an amenity space in an iconic NYC building. Capitalizing on the building’s impressive ceiling heights, we created a unique basketball court that seamlessly converts into a town hall with pull-out bleachers. This space also features golf simulators and a sophisticated bar/lounge area. The design pays homage to the building’s history with a replica of its iconic ceiling, a striking 12’ x 18’ mosaic of the structure, and vibrant NYC-themed graffiti on the basketball court. We partnered with our landlord clients to design and implement business-ready suites and amenities, showcasing our dedication to enhancing their properties.”
What are the most important factors young women should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with?
“Look for a firm whose culture aligns with your personal values and work style. A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture can significantly impact job satisfaction and career growth. Working for a firm whose goals align with your values can be more motivating. Look for a firm with strong, supportive leadership and management. Evaluate the firm’s commitment to career development. Does the firm offer mentorship programs, professional development opportunities, and training? Consider the firm’s policies on work-life balance, competitiveness of salary and benefits packages. Look for evidence of gender diversity in leadership roles and active diversity initiatives.”
Congrats, Khyati!
