Jeffrey Levine is the founding principal and chairman of The Douglaston Companies, consisting of Douglaston Development, Levine Builders, and Clinton Management. Since 1979, Mr. Levine has directed the new construction or rehabilitation of thousands of residential units, including both affordable and market rate housing, student housing, hotels, senior living, healthcare facilities, and millions of square feet of commercial retail, office, and institutional spaces.

Mr. Levine’s most recent accomplishment is the development of 3Eleven, a 60-story tower adjacent to Hudson Yards, consisting of 938 mixed-income, multi-family units and over 60,000 square feet of amenity space. He is also participating in the rehabilitation of the Linden/PW Houses, a 1,922-unit NYCHA property in East New York, where he lived for a portion of his childhood. 

In recent years, Mr. Levine developed the Williamsburg waterfront in Brooklyn – more than two million square feet of mixed-use residential, spread across six distinct buildings. This includes The Edge condominiums, affordable housing in the Edge Community Apartments, and market rate rental housing at 1 North 4^th Place and Level BK. The property houses approximately 2,000 residential units, over 60,000 square feet of retail, structured parking, a water taxi pier, and a pedestrian esplanade.

Mr. Levine is a member of REBNY’s Executive Committee and a founding member of both the NYS Association for Affordable Housing and the Kimmel Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating and promoting affordable housing and services for aged, handicapped, and other special-needs populations. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Citizens Housing and Planning Council, the New York Housing Conference, and the Chamber of Commerce of the Borough of Queens. Mr. Levine also sits on the Advisory Board of the Bernard and Anne Spitzer School of Architecture at the City University of New York and New York University’s Real Estate Institute.

Among Mr. Levine’s many professional recognitions are REBNY’s Harry B. Helmsley Distinguished New Yorker Award, which honors his lifetime of exceptional accomplishment in the industry and invaluable contributions to New York’s civic welfare. He has also been named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, and the National Association of Home Builders Affordable Builder of the Year.

Mr. Levine currently sits on the Board of Directors at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children. He also serves as Chairman of the Board of the Jewish National Fund and is a member of its National Board, which recently honored him with its Tree of Life, a humanitarian award given in recognition of outstanding community involvement.

Mr. Levine is a graduate of the City University of New York’s City College School of Architecture, from which he received the Townsend Harris Medal in 2020 for outstanding postgraduate achievement.

Ryan O’Connor has served as Chief Executive Officer of Clinton Management since joining the company in 2019. Mr. O’Connor oversees all aspects of the company’s operations in addition to the residential and commercial portfolio’s performance. Mr. O’Connor has made customer service the central tenet of the Clinton experience and prioritizes leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize company performance. 

Prior to joining Clinton Management, Mr. O’Connor served as a Senior Vice President at Douglas Elliman in New York City where, as Managing Director of Rental Housing, he oversaw new business growth.

Mr. O’Connor is a Fordham University alumnus and is the Chairman of the Fordham University Real Estate Institute’s Executive Advisory Council. In this post Mr. O’Connor is responsible for the advancement of the program’s scholarship fund, thought leadership initiatives, industry collaborations and the advancement of the school curriculum. He also teaches courses at the institute on Real Estate Finance and Asset Management. 

Priscilla Rukaj is Vice President of Market Rate Operations at Clinton Management. In this position, she oversees operations for the company’s market rate and affordable portfolio. Since joining the company in 2020, Ms. Rukaj has worked to ensure resident satisfaction and proper maintenance of all properties.

Ms. Rukaj brings over 15 years of experience in property management with market rate rentals and affordable housing rentals. Prior to joining Clinton Management, Ms. Rukaj was Director of the Rental Division at Douglas Elliman Property Management.

Ms. Rukaj holds a B.S. from William Paterson University.

Rosa Rodriguez-Gil is the Vice President of Affordable Operations at Clinton Management. Ms. Rodriguez-Gil oversees the operations of the affordable housing portfolio, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of efficiency, sustainability, and community impact.

With over 20 years of dedicated experience in property management, Ms. Rodriguez-Gil’s extensive background combines a deep understanding of affordable housing policies with a strategic approach to operational management, making her a pivotal force in advancing equitable housing solutions. Her passion for affordable housing is matched by her dedication to mentoring emerging professionals in the field, contributing to the development of the next generation of housing leaders. Prior to joining Clinton Management, Ms. Rodriguez-Gil was the Vice-President of Operations at Related Management Companies.

Ron Luft is Vice President of Facilities at Clinton Management and joined the company in 2007. Mr. Luft is responsible for facilities, contracts, energy purchasing and purchasing across the company’s building portfolio.

Mr. Luft brings over 19 years of construction, purchasing, property and facility management experience to the company. Prior to joining Clinton Management, Mr. Luft worked for one of the leading building materials suppliers on the East Coast, Marjam Supply, in Purchasing and Sales.

Mr. Luft holds a B.B.A in Finance from Baruch College.

Jason Roman is Vice President of Affordable Leasing and Compliance at Clinton Management. Mr. Roman is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of affordable leasing and compliance associates. He monitors all Regulatory Agreement Compliance, as well as reporting to regulatory agencies (HPD, HDC, HFA). Mr. Roman also monitors vacancies of stabilized properties, ensures proper oversight of waitlist management, and provides leasing oversight for the development team on all new affordable properties. 

Mr. Roman brings over 17 years of affordable housing, residential leasing, compliance, and property management experience to this role. Prior to joining the company, Mr. Roman was Deputy Director of Compliance at the New York City Housing Development Corporation, where he oversaw the facilitation of IRS-required monitoring for projects with tax credits and tax-exempt bonds throughout New York City.

Troy Berman is Director of Amenity Management at Clinton Management. When he joined the company in 2010, Mr. Berman served as Director of New Construction, overseeing properties located throughout New York City. He has overseen the lease-ups and management of the company’s market rate portfolio, including 1 North 4^th Place and Level BK, both located on the Williamsburg waterfront. As Director of Amenity Management, Mr. Berman is responsible for spearheading Clinton Management’s lifestyle brand and amenity programming. 

Prior to joining Clinton Management, Mr. Berman was an Account Executive at CBS Radio.

Mr. Berman holds a B.A. in Advertising from Syracuse University.

Nicolette Bove is the Director of Leasing at Clinton Management. Ms. Bove joined the company in 2016, immediately following internships at several properties within the organization, including Edge Community Apartments and 1 North 4th. She is responsible for overseeing market-rate and affordable housing assets, which includes initial and renewal leasing workflows. Ms. Bove was promoted to her current position in 2021.

Ms. Bove is a New York State Real Estate Associate Broker, holds her LIHTC certification, and attends annual fair housing trainings.

Ms. Bove holds a B.S. from the State University of New York at Cortland. 

Danielle Acosta is Director of Market Rate Operations at Clinton Management. In her role, Ms. Acosta is responsible for managing operations of the company’s market rate portfolio, inclusive of 1 North 4^th, Level BK, 3Eleven, and OHM. 

Since joining the company in 2018, Ms. Acosta has worked in various departments, including as a purchasing assistant and as an assistant property manager. Prior to her time at Clinton, Ms. Acosta was working in social services and pursuing a master’s in health care when an opportunity arose to obtain her real estate license.  

Ms. Acosta holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from The College of Mount Saint Vincent.  

Patricia Rodriguez-Figueroa is Director of Affordable Operations at Clinton Management. In her role, Ms. Rodriguez-Figueroa is responsible for identifying and executing specialized projects across a region of affordable housing properties to improve overall operational performance.

Ms. Rodriguez-Figueroa joined the company in 2024, and brings over 19 years of experience in the real estate operations field.

Ms. Rodriguez-Figueroa holds a degree in Fashion Merchandising from the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Alex Johnson is Director of Compliance at Clinton Management. In this position, Ms. Johnson is responsible for overseeing the compliance requirements and timely re-renting of affordable units within the portfolio. Her role requires expertise in tasks such as conducting filing reviews with agencies and investors, fulfilling reporting and recertification requirements, and coordination of interdepartmental projects to optimize workflow.

Ms. Johnson joined the company in 2023, and brings over a decade of experience in affordable housing and high-end multi-family property management, including oversight of successful lease-ups.

Corey Harris is Director of Security at Clinton Management. Mr. Harris joined the company in 2023, bringing a comprehensive background in safety and compliance, as well as law enforcement, to the role. In his capacity as Director of Security, Mr. Harris is responsible for portfolio-wide threat and vulnerability assessments, security measures including access control and alarms and monitoring, as well as overseeing all security personnel at Clinton properties. In addition, Mr. Harris ensures the maintenance and compliance of all security systems and serves as liaison to the local NYPD and FDNY hubs at all properties.  

Prior to joining Clinton Management, Mr. Harris served as a Police Officer with the New York City Police Department, providing regulatory support, emergency response, first aid, and civil service. Mr. Harris also worked for Jet Blue Airways in the safety and compliance field, working as a liaison to the FAA, Port Authority Police Department, and other local and government agencies.  

Sammy Ahmed is the Regional Leasing Manager at Clinton Management. Mr. Ahmed joined the company as a leasing agent at 1 North 4^th in 2017 and was hired full time in 2019. His responsibilities include managing the leasing staff at market rate properties totaling over 2,000 units, as well as overseeing lease execution and ensuring high occupancy rates portfolio wide.

Prior to joining Clinton Management, Mr. Ahmed worked as an apprentice to his brother, an agent in Brooklyn. Born and bred in Brooklyn, Mr. Ahmed has deep roots in his community and industry as part owner of a local restaurant, and as a member of the Real Estate Board of New York.

Maria Estevez is the Accounting Manager at Clinton Management. In her role, Ms. Estevez is responsible for overseeing the daily functions of the property accounting team, reviewing monthly reporting, creating quarterly lender reports, and creating procedures and solutions to increase productivity and streamline monthly processes.

Prior to joining the company in 2024, Ms. Estevez worked in various capacities in the property management industry, including Yardi and Rent Cafe, AP/AR Management, Leasing, Management Fees, Bank Reconciliations, and Requisition Management.

Ms. Estevez holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Hunter College (CUNY).

Michael Kessler is President of The Douglaston Companies. He has been a member of the organization for over 30 years, overseeing and managing the three companies’ financial teams. Mr. Kessler is responsible for securing financing for projects and overseeing the finance and accounting aspects of each project’s full life cycle from inception through disposition.

As a key advisor and member of the Executive Management team, he shares responsibility in supervising the organization’s insurance and risk management departments, as well as Human Resources and Information Technology departments.

Mr. Kessler was an officer of the Queens Bronx Builders Association for many years and more recently served as a director on the New York/New Jersey Commercial Client Advisory Board for Capital One Banking group representing tristate real estate construction companies. Mr. Kessler currently serves in many community roles, including National Vice President of the Jewish National Fund’s Education Centurium, member of the JNF’s Go North and Israel Heritage Task Forces, and a member of the New York Board of the UJA Federation as well as the Executive Committee of UJA Long Island.

Mr. Kessler graduated Cum Laude from SUNY-Albany’s Business School with a B.S. in Accounting. He is a member of the NYS Society of Certified Public Accounts, and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Olivia Kelly is Chief Administrative Officer of The Douglaston Companies. Ms. Kelly joined The Douglaston Companies in 2018 and brings over 12 years of experience in human resources. She directs the day-to-day operations of the human resources department including human capital management, policy review and implementation, benefits and compensation management, compliance, and professional development.

Prior to joining The Douglaston Companies, Ms. Kelly oversaw the human resources department of an international law firm. She is a certified HR professional and holds both the SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications.

Ms. Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Long Island University and is currently completing her master’s degree in Human Resources Management and Organizational Effectiveness from Manhattanville College.

Rizo Ramusevic is Vice President of Corporate Safety & Compliance at The Douglaston Companies. Mr. Ramusevic joined The Douglaston Companies in 2006 and brings over 30 years of experience to the organization. Mr. Ramusevic is responsible for developing, overseeing, and implementing the company’s Environmental, Health and Safety programs, and is also responsible for the design, delivery and oversight of the company’s various insurance, surety, and risk management programs by establishing industry best practices.

Prior to joining the organization, Mr. Ramusevic was a risk management and insurance consultant at Ernst & Young servicing various fortune 1000 companies and served as the Risk Manager for AMEC Construction Management, Inc. (f/k/a Morse Diesel International). Mr. Ramusevic is an OSHA 500 Authorized Outreach Instructor & Facilitator, and holds various licenses with NYC agencies including General Contractor, Site Safety Manager, and Construction Site Fire Safety Manager and has served in advisory roles on the topic of NYC construction industry safety to both the Real Estate Board Of New York and to the Office of the Manhattan Borough President.

Mr. Ramusevic holds a Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation and his B.A. in Accounting with a minor in Economics from Queens College.

Tim Mahon is Director of Information Technology for The Douglaston Companies. Mr. Mahon joined the organization in 2022 and brings over 16 years of experience to his role. He is responsible for oversight of all technology operations, including the help desk, cyber security, disaster recovery, and vendor management. Mr. Mahon also works with the companies to understand processes and workflows to create operational efficiency tactics leveraging best practices and automation utilizing technology.

Prior to joining The Douglaston Companies, Mr. Mahon was Director of Information Technology at Masterpiece International, where he built out and managed teams supporting all facets of technology, including infrastructure, applications, development, and end user support. Mr. Mahon also led the organization through disaster recovery efforts during Hurricane Sandy, as well as office closure and remote working during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mr. Mahon holds a BBA in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management from Western Governors University.