YONKERS, NY—Former Manhattan Assistant District Attorney turned real estate executive Ayall Schanzer has been named president and CEO of Friedland Realty Advisors and will lead the rebranding and new direction for the 40-year old commercial real estate firm.

Before taking the helm at the former NAI Friedland, Schanzer also served as the Chief Strategy Officer of Salient Management Co. Schanzer will oversee its strategic direction and day-to-day operations. Company officials say he has already begun investing in the company's technology infrastructure, revitalizing its training program, and growing the company's ranks by recruiting top brokers.

The rebranded Friedland Realty Advisors announced Schanzer's appointment today. “Ayall Schanzer is the ideal leader to take Friedland to the next level,” says Bob Friedland, chairman of Friedland Realty Advisors. “His acumen and business intelligence are already charting a successful new course for our team of expert brokers.”

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