Women of Influence

The issues are classic, the need to solve them modern.

The firm's new platform, EquiBlue, aims to promote upward economic mobility for women and people of color through commercial real estate.

"One of the best lessons I can pass on is to 'always ask the question' if you're not sure about something," says Christina Champness of Lendlease New York Construction.

"Be present, mindful and curious. Show up with enthusiasm and lead by example. A 'no' will only get you closer to a 'yes.' Stay focused, persistent and you will make it happen," says Tere Blanca, CEO of Blanca Commercial Real Estate.

It's one of many possibilities with the birth and growth of new marketing tools and applications.

The developer is unwrapping the scaffolding and outside cover of the 16-story creative office building.

Co-CEOs, Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen work as a collaborative team responsible for the day-to-day operations of Gensler's global architecture, design and planning firm.

Real estate practices can get stuck in the mud, but in today's world, that's a dangerous and unnecessary practice.