January 8, 2026

Continental Realty Corporation Announces Key Leadership Promotions Across Retail And Multifamily Platforms

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BALTIMORE, MD (January 8, 2026) – Continental Realty Corporation (CRC), a national real estate investor and operator active in 15 states and with more than $4.2 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM), has announced multiple leadership elevations across its capital markets, retail and multifamily investments, and operations platforms. These appointments reinforce the firm’s focus on disciplined growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation across its national portfolio.

“Our teams have been and continue to be the key to our success, and we are incredibly proud of the talent across our organization,” said JM Schapiro, CRC’s Chief Executive Officer. “As a firm that has experienced significant growth and continues to pursue ambitious expansion goals, we remain focused on placing the right people in the right roles to execute thoughtful, strategic growth. Often, that means elevating the talent already within our organization, which is a win for our people and for the firm.”

Capital Markets and Investment Management Leadership

Ari Abramson has been promoted to Managing Director, Multifamily Acquisitions. Abramson will continue to expand CRC’s multifamily footprint, with specific emphasis on growing the portfolio across target markets in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Nicole Brickhouse assumes the position of Managing Director, Capital Markets, where she leads CRC’s portfolio-level debt strategy, oversees all debt originations, and manages the firm’s multi-billion-dollar book of borrowings.
Blake Dickinson has been elevated to Managing Director, Net Lease Strategy, within CRC’s retail platform. In this expanded role, he will lead the firm’s net lease and parcelization strategies, a key differentiator in CRC’s ability to enhance performance and unlock long term value across the retail portfolio.
Rachel Lee was promoted to Director, Retail Asset & Portfolio Management, supporting investment performance and portfolio-level strategy that advances data-driven performance and strategic portfolio positioning.

Retail Leasing and Operations

Kristina O’Keefe has been elevated to Senior Vice President, Retail Operations, where she leads all leasing and property management functions and oversees operational performance across CRC’s national retail portfolio.
JD Brakefield has been promoted to Vice President, Sandra King to Assistant Vice President, and Joy Myers to Senior Regional Property Manager within CRC’s retail property management division, reinforcing the company’s vertically integrated, operational focus at the local and regional levels.

Multifamily Operations

Amanda Tewey was promoted to Senior Marketing Manager with Multifamily Operations, a strategic organizational move following the recent hire of Dana Caudell as Executive Vice President and Head of Multifamily Operations. Caudell joined CRC in August of 2025 and brings an impressive track record of scaling multifamily management platforms, including senior leadership roles at Bainbridge and Pegasus. Her appointment is a key part of the firm’s long-term growth strategy for its multifamily portfolio.

“These promotions and the continued advancement of talent across our firm are a true celebration of the exceptional people who help drive our success. They create continuity, reinforce our culture, and provide clear pathways for team members at every level to grow into leadership roles,” said Haley Gallagher, CRC’s Chief Operating Officer. “One of our key priorities is creating ongoing opportunities for learning, expanded responsibility, and exposure to the many facets of our business. This environment allows curious, capable leaders to thrive and positions us to scale and grow our platform with top talent in the industry,” Gallagher added.

Founded in 1960, Continental Realty Corporation is a vertically integrated, privately held commercial real estate and investment company specializing in the acquisition and operation of retail and multifamily properties. CRC owns and manages a diversified, national portfolio of more than eight million square feet of retail space and over 10,000 apartment homes across 15 states, with a total value of more than $4.2 billion. Guided by a commitment to excellence and long-term value creation, CRC combines market insight, disciplined investment strategies, and a people-first approach to deliver exceptional results for investors, residents, and communities.

For additional information, visit www.crcrealty.com.