Real Estate Center 4 Success

Bernadette Brennan is the Executive Director of SERHANT. Commercial, where she leads the division and developed the List & Assist platform, securing over $1.7 billion in listings across major asset classes. With more than 20 years of experience in commercial and residential real estate, she is known for her expertise in complex transactions, strategic advisory, and strong negotiation skills. Prior to real estate, she worked in the music industry managing top artists and earning multiple Gold and Platinum records, bringing a creative, relationship-driven approach to her leadership today.

James Nelson is Principal and Head of U.S. Investment Sales at Avison Young, where he leads the firm’s national investment sales platform and growth strategy across major U.S. markets. Since joining in 2018, he has been involved in nearly 300 transactions totaling over $3 billion, earning recognition as a top global producer and 2025 top U.S. producer. Over a 25-year career, he has completed approximately 500 transactions valued at more than $5 billion, including senior roles at Cushman & Wakefield and Massey Knakal.

Pierre E. Debbas is a founding partner of Romer Debbas LLP and a leading New York City real estate attorney with over 20 years of experience representing clients in residential and commercial transactions, financing, and cooperative and condominium matters. A recognized industry expert, he is regularly featured in major media outlets and has been named a Super Lawyer for over a decade.