Ask Me Anything with A.CRE (Next Host – Christine Paglialunga)
We’re thrilled to introduce Christine Paglialunga as the featured host for our upcoming A.CRE Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. This week we will get into mission-driven real estate, urban revitalization, and the evolving role of Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) in shaping modern cities.
Christine currently serves as Chief Operating Officer at the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, where she oversees BID management, public space activation, and operations for an umbrella organization managing three BIDs and a major cultural facility. Her leadership bridges the public and private sectors, uniting community impact with commercial real estate execution.
Christine brings a wealth of experience from key roles across the urban planning and real estate development ecosystem. Previously, she led the Sunset Park portfolio at NYCEDC, directing leasing, campus planning, and placemaking across 6 million square feet of industrial assets, including the Brooklyn Army Terminal and Bush Terminal Piers Park. Her career spans from affordable housing development at BRIDGE Housing in Portland to cultural facility management with Artscape in Toronto.
In this week’s session, we will explore:
- Mission-Driven Real Estate: Making impact central to development
- The Role of Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) in Urban Placemaking
- Career Path Insights: Lessons from a cross-sector journey
- Trends in Public-Sector Commercial Real Estate
Note: While our ‘AMA with A.CRE’ events are free, due to limited access seats will first be offered to A.CRE Accelerator graduates. Not yet an Accelerator member, consider joining the Accelerator today.
What you can look forward to in Ask Me Anything with A.CRE
Answers to Your Questions
Have a question for a commercial real estate expert? In our free A.CRE Ask Me Anything events, you can pose your questions. This is an ‘Ask Me Anything’ event, after all! In each episode, you’ll have the opportunity to get personalized advice, feedback, and insights from special guest industry professionals: ask them anything!
Expert Guests on a Recurring Basis
Each week we feature guests with expertise across various fields within commercial real estate. Example topics may include real estate financial modeling (of course), the implications of AI in CRE, recruiting advice and career guidance, CRE legal, college program admissions, CRE market outlooks and trends, and more!
Connect with Spencer for Monthly Technical AMA
Additionally, every month, our co-founder Spencer Burton, holds a ‘Technical AMA’. In this monthly session, Spencer focuses on answering your real estate financial modeling and artificial intelligence technical questions. Whether you have a question about how to expand a 3-tier waterfall to 4 tiers, develop a custom GPT for CRM analysis, modify an existing A.CRE financial model, or code a bespoke Excel add-in, feel free to pose any technical questions you have.
Why Watch Ask Me Anything with A.CRE?
In today’s ever-changing world, staying updated and connected is more important than ever. Ask Me Anything with A.CRE is designed to connect with and add value to our community to help you reach your goals in commercial real estate. So, whether you’re seeking knowledge, connections, or just curious about the CRE landscape, you’ll want to check out A.CRE AMA.
Stay tuned for more details on dates, times, and how to join. We’re in the final stages of setting everything up and will share all the necessary information soon. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to the opportunity to connect with you!
Frequently Asked Questions about the A.CRE Ask Me Anything with Christine Paglialunga
Who is Christine Paglialunga?
Christine Paglialunga is the Chief Operating Officer of the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, where she manages three Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and a major cultural facility. Her background includes leadership roles at NYCEDC, BRIDGE Housing, and Artscape, with experience spanning affordable housing, industrial leasing, and cultural placemaking.
What topics will be covered in this AMA session?
The session will cover mission-driven real estate, the evolving role of BIDs in urban revitalization, Christine’s cross-sector career path, and current trends in public-sector commercial real estate.
What is the purpose of A.CRE AMA sessions?
A.CRE AMA sessions are designed to connect commercial real estate professionals with industry experts. Participants can ask questions and receive insights on a range of CRE topics, including financial modeling, AI, career advice, and more.
Who can attend the AMA session with Christine?
While the AMA sessions are free, seats are limited. Priority access is given to A.CRE Accelerator graduates. Those interested in joining can consider enrolling in the Accelerator to secure access.
Can I ask technical modeling or AI questions in this session?
This particular session with Christine focuses on mission-driven real estate and urban revitalization. For technical modeling or AI questions, Spencer Burton hosts a monthly ‘Technical AMA’ specifically for those topics.
What makes Christine’s perspective on CRE unique?
Christine’s career bridges both public and private sectors, combining expertise in affordable housing, industrial real estate, cultural placemaking, and BID management. Her experience offers a well-rounded, impact-focused view on CRE development and urban strategy.
Where can I sign up or join the AMA session?
You can secure your spot for the AMA session by following the link provided in the event announcement. If you’re an Accelerator graduate, you’ll receive early access.