Appointment by NYS Assemblyman and Minority Leader William A. Barclay Lasts from 2024 to 2026; Mr. Grzebinski Only Board Member Originating from Western New York
Gantry, the largest independent commercial mortgage banking firm in the U.S., is pleased to announce the appointment of Senior Director Thomas F. Grzebinski II to the New York State Board of Real Estate. Mr. Grzebinski is a leader for Gantry’s New York State operations serving clients throughout the Northeast and brings nearly three decades of dedicated experience in real estate, finance, and banking across a broad range of commercial and multifamily residential asset classes to his role as a board member.
According to Gantry’s Thomas Grzebinski, “Being a member of the New York State Board of Real Estate provides an opportunity to shape legislation for real estate professionals across the state. As the sole Western New York board member, I look forward to ensuring the industry is represented by well-trained and highly ethical individuals.”
The New York State Board of Real Estate consists of fifteen members, including: the New York Secretary of State; New York Superintendent of The Department of Financial Services; and thirteen appointed members. The appointed members are either real estate brokers or public members. A public member cannot be a real estate broker. The members of the Board are appointed by the Governor and the legislative leaders according to a specific statutory direction. The term of office is two years. A member may be appointed for successive terms, but no member may serve more than ten years in his or her lifetime. Members of the Board receive no compensation for their service but are reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses.