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Horsham, Pa.–Berkadia Commercial Mortgage LLC has announced the appointment of Karl Reinlein to EVP – Head of Production, effective immediately. In his new role, Reinlein will oversee Berkadia’s entire originations network. Reinlein was formerly in charge of Berkadia’s HUD lending network, which has been ranked as the number-one originator of the multifamily HUD/FHA loans nationwide for more than 10 years. John Cannon has been named EVP of Lending & Investor Relations. Cannon, who formerly managed Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and conventional loan originations for Berkadia, will support Reinlein in his management of the overall production network and be responsible for…

Chicago–Karen Kossow has recently been appointed as vice president,operations/strategic development, North America for Fetch Plus Asia Pacific, Pte. Ltd. a leader in social media and mobile applications for the multi-housing, real estate, hotel/hospitality and franchise sector. In this capacity, Kossow will oversee the North American operations of Fetch Plus Asia Pacific, Pte. Ltd.’s newest social media design application, to top tier national companies with multiple holdings as well as strategic partnerships with affiliated industries. Kossow most recently served as vice president of sales & marketing at Kettler Management Inc. in McLean, Va., where she was responsible for the strategic planning,…

Charlotte, N.C.– Crescent Resources LLC hired Charlotte real estate attorney Nina Shor to serve as general counsel and create the company’s in-house legal department. Shor brings more than 25 years of experience to the new post. Prior to joining Crescent, Shor helmed The Shor Law Firm PLLC in Charlotte. Her real estate development practice focused on community governance, builder programs, operating covenants and the acquisition of foreclosed properties for national developers. Shor also advised clients on marketing and land sales compliance, and advocated before the N.C. Building Code Council on compliance requirements. Shor has practiced law with firms in Charlotte,…

Houston—Transwestern has expanded into New York City through the creation of the firm’s Northeast region

Phoenix–Colliers International in Greater Phoenix has promoted Cindy Cooke to the position of executive vice president of multifamily investments.

Saddle Brook, N.J.–Joseph Sarno and Jeremy Neuer have joined CB Richard Ellis–Sarno as executive vice president and Neuer as senior vice president.

New York–Blu Realty Group, a New York City-based full-service real estate firm, has launched.

Denver–Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services has hired Brian Bornhorst as a multifamily investment specialist.

Oak Brook, Ill.–American Utility Management, an energy services provider for the multifamily industry, has appointed Ken Levin as chief information officer.

Marlton, N.J.—Hill International has brought Luis Lugo Jr. on board as a
vice president.