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Timothy J. Mayopoulos Appointed CEO of Fannie Mae

Fannie Mae announced that its board of directors has appointed Timothy J. Mayopoulos as president and chief executive officer and a member of the board.

Wood Partners Taps Tony D’Alto to Head Property Management Group Wood

Wood Partners, a multifamily developer, announced today that it has named Tony D’Alto senior vice president of its Wood Residential Services (WRS) property management division.

Rick Lazio Joins Jones Walker

Rick Lazio, former U.S. Representative from New York, has announced that he is joining the law firm of Jones, Walker, Waechter, Poitevent, Carrere & Denegre LLP as a partner and will head the firm’s first New York office.

Second Year in Business, RealDirect.com Expands With New Office and Staff

RealDirect.com announced their expansion into a new office and the addition of three new agents. More than a year out of beta, the firm’s alternative real estate model is growing successfully in New York City.

Wilkinson Construction Company Announces New Leadership

Wilkinson Construction Company Inc. announced the appointment of John Wicklund IV to president and chief operating officer.

Cortland Hires Two Industry Veterans

Multifamily real estate firm Cortland Partners has added two industry veterans to manage accounting and marketing of its growing portfolio.

Hunt Promotes Oprindick and Disandro in Portfolio Management Group

Hunt Investment Management, a subsidiary of Hunt Companies Inc. and a SEC registered advisor, announced today two promotions in its portfolio management group.

Craig Sands Joins Hunt as Senior Vice President

Craig Sands has joined Hunt Companies Inc. as senior vice president primarily responsible for the firm’s military housing investments for Hunt’s affiliate, Hunt Investment Management LLC, a SEC registered investment advisor. Sands will be based in Denver.

Grandbridge Real Estate Capital Hires Originator in Charlotte

Grandbridge Real Estate Capital has hired Michael W. Kennerly as vice president of production for its Charlotte market.

MHN Interview: Affordable Housing Gets Some 'Southern Charm'

Milton Prat, senior vice president, The Michaels Organization, speaks to MHN about their new affordable housing community in Montgomery, Ala.