ABOUT TODAY'S GUESTS: Mark Khuri brings over 17 years of real estate investing experience to the organization. His career started in 2005 when he began investing in residential real estate in California and Florida. Throughout his career Mark has been involved in sourcing, underwriting, acquiring, raising capital, rehabilitating, managing and selling both residential and commercial investments throughout multiple markets in the US.

Mark has analyzed thousands of investment opportunities and has successfully bought, renovated, sold and invested in over 120 properties with a combined value over $1 billion and created and managed over 60 real estate partnerships with investors.

Over the last decade, Mr. Khuri and affiliates of SMK have invested in over 45 commercial real estate opportunities across numerous asset classes including mobile home parks, self-storage facilities, multi-family communities, retail shopping centers, oil wells, student housing, vacant land, short-term debt and ATM’s.

Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-khuri/

ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.

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ABOUT TODAY'S GUESTS: Ellen Sinreich is the Founder and Managing Principal of The Sinreich Group, a New York-based law firm focused exclusively on commercial real estate. For more than two decades, she has helped owners, developers, landlords, and tenants structure deals that are not only legally sound but also strategically advantageous.

Ellen's experience spans more than $15 billion in real estate transactions, representing clients that include Fortune 500 companies, REITs, government agencies, and entrepreneurs. What sets her approach apart is a business-minded perspective — she doesn't just negotiate contracts; she helps clients unlock opportunities, mitigate risk, and achieve their long-term goals. In 2025, Ellen will assume the role of Chair of ICSC’s Legal Advisory Council, where she'll collaborate with peers nationwide to shape the conversation on today’s most pressing CRE legal issues. She is also active with ULI and The Pipeline, extending her perspective across the broader real estate community. Earlier in her career, Ellen founded Green Edge, LLC, advising companies and property owners on integrating sustainability into their portfolios. That commitment to innovation continues to influence her work today as clients navigate shifting market, regulatory, and environmental dynamics.

Email the guest: ellen@sinreichlaw.com

ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.

Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com

Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram.

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ABOUT TODAY'S GUESTS: Noam Aziz joined Meridian in 2023 and currently serves as a Director in the company’s Midtown office. Noam specializes in both landlord and tenant representation, primarily focusing on food & beverage and service-oriented retail spaces. His deep understanding of the market and strong client relationships have quickly made him a go to broker in the New York City real estate scene.

Adapting quickly in his first year, Noam was recognized by Commercial Observer as, one of NYC’s “Top Young Professionals,” and featured on their prestigious “30 Under 30” list for leasing. These accolades speak to his exceptional talent, drive, and promise in commercial real estate.

Noam’s rapid rise is further demonstrated by his outstanding performance during his first full year at Meridian, where he closed 62 deals and leased over 150,000 square feet of retail space throughout the New York City metropolitan area. He has continued that momentum into 2025, closing 30 deals in the first quarter.

Currently, Noam manages over 500,000 square feet of commercial space for lease across Manhattan and the boroughs, consistently delivering best-in-class results for his clients and helping shape the city’s retail landscape.

Instagram: @noamaziz @meridian_retail_leasing @meridian.capital.group

ABOUT YOUR HOST: Cory Zelnik, veteran real estate broker and Founder of Zelnik & Company, has launched, crafted, and packaged some of the largest corporate retail real estate expansions on the east coast. From working with JPMorgan Chase to food service giants Panda Express, Smashburger and Lenwich, Cory has presided over and specialized in the retail needs of prominent property owners and top retailers for more than three decades. When Cory is not running his business, his passions include running the streets of NYC, his family, The University of Maryland and the New York Knicks.

Want to learn more? Visit the Zelnik & Company website at www.zelnikco.com

Follow us: @zelnikco & @coryzelnik on Instagram.

And please like, share or leave us a review if you enjoyed the Podcast.

The Zelnik Exchange is produced in part by Su Madre Podcasts