Michael Remer

Michael Remer is a Vice President with JLL’s New York Retail Group, bringing 12 years of commercial real estate expertise to landlords and tenants throughout NYC’s premier retail sub-markets. Michael currently executes leasing strategies for prominent landlords, including Stawski Partners, Madison Capital, and Seaport Entertainment Group—transforming the Seaport District’s retail into a leading destination for F&B, nightlife & entertainment. His recent, notable transactions in downtown Manhattan include a 13,000sf lease at Pier 17 to Gitano Restaurant & Nightclub, and a 5,278sf lease at 360 Bowery to Chobani House.

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Prior to joining JLL in 2022, Michael had worked at CBRE for 6 years, representing major retailers and landlords throughout Manhattan. With his high-street expertise, Michael supported the post-pandemic revival of Madison Avenue, where he secured leases for luxury brands such as Valentino, Jimmy Choo, Versace, Michael Kors, L’Objet, and Ippolita. Other significant transactions of his included Eataly’s SoHo flagship, as well as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in the Flatiron District. Both deals were recognized by REBNY with ‘Deal of the Year’ awards in 2019 and 2022, respectively.

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Before transitioning to real estate in 2013, Michael spent six years at U.S. Trust, Bank of America, advising high-net-worth clients on credit, banking, and asset management. This experience honed his analytical thinking, client-relations expertise, and technological skills Michael now applies to every commercial real estate transaction. Michael approaches every real estate assignment with diligence, focus, and a commitment to exceeding client objectives. His unique blend of financial acumen and retail expertise makes him particularly adept at maximizing property value and securing optimal tenants for landlords.

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A graduate of the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, Michael has lived and worked in Manhattan since 2007, giving him an insider’s understanding of the city’s culture and landscape.