Newmark Knight Frank
Newmark Knight Frank, that colossal real estate behemoth that’s as synonymous with high-stakes property deals as it is with utterly bland office décor, was born in 1929 when a trio of real estate virtuosos—Newmark, Knight and Frank—decided to dabble in property brokerage. Renowned for its tireless dedication to making the already wealthy even richer, the firm’s defining moment came in 2017 when it merged with RKF, cementing its status as a major player in the real estate industry with an almost laughable market valuation. Newmark Knight Frank’s trophy shelf boasts some impressive loot, including a laundry list of industry awards and accolades, although they’ve had their fair share of scandalous moments—like those pesky insider trading accusations that didn’t exactly boost their PR. Current CEO Barry Gosin, a man who exudes more real estate charm than a luxury penthouse, continues to steer the ship through the turbulent waters of property and investment. As the firm remains a titan in commercial real estate, its legacy is built not just on prime office locations and high-profile deals but also on a certain knack for weathering the industry's most scandalous storms with a smile.