Adds Avison Young principal and tri-state president Arthur Mirante, “As we continue the expansion of our valuation and advisory team and take on even more high-profile assignments, Michael, a native New Yorker who has first-hand knowledge on the history of many assets, will enhance our ability to provide clients with the critical appraisal and high-level insight needed when buying and selling properties.”

He continues, “Michael's client-centric focus and collaborative approach to all assignments and transactions make him an ideal fit for our company as we deliver a broad range of valuation and consulting services to clients dealing with all property types – small-to-large as well as multi-national. He will also help us attract top appraisal talent who fit seamlessly into our corporate culture, which emphasizes teamwork at all times.”

Robinson holds a Master of Fine Arts from the American Film Institute and has simultaneously enjoyed a second career as a film producer. Select work includes Robert DeNiro's A Bronx Tale, Rob Reiner's North and Tony Scott's The Fan. He has also produced independent films that have cast Ryan Gosling, Amy Adams and David Morse, and has written and directed both documentaries and children's films.

“I am delighted to join Avison Young's valuation and advisory group and have long been impressed with the company's unmatched platform and steadfast commitment to client service,” says Robinson. “In addition to access to the highest caliber market data, the firm also offers something that is very important to me – a principal-led environment that fosters collaboration. I am looking forward to expanding the client roster of the valuation and advisory team and, at the same time, taking my career to the next level.”