"Steve Siegel defines the preeminent real estate and business professional," says Christopher Ludeman, president of Americas Brokerage at CBRE, in a statement. "His stature in this industry has been built over a generation by creating remarkable outcomes for clients and our employees. Nearly 30,000 CBRE professionals across the globe share a common passion--our pride in Steve Siegel and this crowning achievement."

Mitchell E. Rudin, president and CEO of the New York Tri-State region, added, "In as challenging an environment as has existed in his long career, Steve was continually sought out by our firm's largest clients seeking the benefit of his experience and wisdom. Not even the deep recession and Manhattan's battered financial sector could quell the enthusiasm, optimism and focus Steve has demonstrated always for his many clients, colleagues and friends, as well as for the overall community of New York City that he loves."

Siegel's 2009 production was highlighted by his tenant representation in major Manhattan office leasing transactions including Showtime Network, Inc., which picked up 202,495 square feet at 1633 Broadway; Gibson Dunn's 261,847-square-foot lease at 200 Park Ave.; Simon & Schuster, Inc., which signed for 292,391 square feet at 1230 Ave. of the Americas; and Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, LLP's 223,424-square-foot lease at 180 Maiden Ln.