NEW YORK CITY-In the first major personnel move in the New York metro region under Joe Harbert's leadership, Howard Grufferman has joined Colliers International as vice chairman, according to a company statement. Known in the industry for specializing in tenant representation, financial services, technology, and legal sectors, he has closed more than $1 billion in transactions throughout his career.

Formerly a vice chairman with Grubb & Ellis, Grufferman’s arrival signals the first of what is expected to be several new strategic hires that will elevate Colliers International in the Tri-State market. Also from Grubb & Ellis, Hadley Springer has joined the New York office of Colliers as an associate director.

“The New York operations of Colliers International has always had a great core, and when Joe Harbert came on board it became to clear to me just how much potential there is to do great work together,” Grufferman says. “Colliers has the global platform, a best-in-class consulting group and a commitment to research and analysis that matches my own. The long-term prospects for the New York Tri-State market are extremely positive. Colliers is well capitalized and has the vision to meet those demands"