Michael Namer has been developing real estate in downtown New York for the last 30 years. As the CEO and Founder of Alfa Development, Michael brings his attention to detail, construction expertise, and hands-on approach to real estate development to every project. In 2007, the company launched its commitment to sustainability with their first development of a LEED-Gold certified residential condominium in Downtown New York: 311E11 Village Green. Michael Namer and Alfa Development are now continuing with their mission to create more sustainable environments in all their upcoming projects including 151 w 21 – Chelsea Green, 199 Mott Street, 245 w. 14th – Village Green West, & The Hotel Grand Union. Michael Namer graduated from City University of New York class of ‘76 with a degree in Business Psychology and a minor in Fine Arts. He moved to Greenwich Village in 1976, where he has lived and raised his family ever since. He has been an integral part of his community by serving on the Board of the Greenwich Village Little League advocating for youth sports and lobbying for the creation of Hudson River Park and the soon-to-be-built park on Hudson and Houston Streets. He also has served on the Board of the Corlears School, the Village Temple, and Jennifer Muller: The Works. Michael is an accomplished painter and owner and founder of Gallery 151 at 132 West 18th Street, NY a local gallery that promotes emerging contemporary artist and community art projects – such as the Urban Green Initiative – that encourage the discussion of issues of sustainability in our time.

As Executive Vice President and a Principal of Alfa Development, Matthew monitors all aspects of Alfa’s core business relating to real estate development and asset management. Matthew’s responsibilites at Alfa Development include directing contractual agreements, operational technology, financing arrangements, hiring of new personnel, property acquisition, feasibility analysis, and asset management. Having lived and worked in New York City for his entire life, Matthew maintains a focused knowledge relating to New York City zoning, city agencies, building enforcement, tax codes, neighborhood demographics, and marketing of condominiums and lodging. Over the thirteen years Matthew has worked with Alfa Development, he has taken a major role in the 311 e 11: Village Green, 151 Wooster, 151 w. 21st: Chelsea Green, 199 Mott Street, 245 w. 14th – Village Green West, 119 w. 21st Street, 200 e. 21st Street and Hotel Grand Union projects as well as other projects that are in the future pipeline for Alfa Development. Matthew also holds a great interest in philanthropy and sits on the board of organizations relating to the arts, and international educational development.

As Vice President of Operations at Alfa, a leading NYC real estate development agency specializing in sustainable development and property management, Penelope strategically oversees a cross-section of key operational aspects, ensuring efficient alignment between development and property management. With a strong history of optimizing operations and fostering collaboration, Ms. Myles-Voss is crucial to Alfa’s success in the New York market. Her expertise in managing the logistics and key support for sustainable building and innovative property management drives initiatives that enhance environmental performance and long-term value. Previously holding senior roles in prominent real estate firms such as Cannabeta Realty, she has a proven record of streamlining processes and implementing effective strategies. Penelope is trained as a classical vocal performer and active on the Board of several upstate New York choral and orchestral ensembles.

Jake Namer, Principal & Executive Vice President at Alfa, focuses efforts on investment & capital management, tax planning & accounting, asset management, commercial leasing, marketing, insurance & compliance, major contract negotiations, government coordination and construction management. Prior to joining Alfa, Jake worked in the New York Commercial Real Estate Lending division of Commerce Bank and at Morgan Stanley’s Institutional Equity division. Jake holds a Master of Science in Real Estate from New York University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from University of Miami. Jake also worked with the National Auto Sport Association as a Racing Director for Time Trial competition and has competed in many forms of motorsports, most notably winning a 2015 Solo National Championship with the Sports Car Club of America.

Sarah Brylinsky is a nationally-acclaimed climate mitigation and adaptation leader with 14+ years of experience developing and growing strategies for sustainability and climate mitigation & resiliency transformation with multi-stakeholder partnerships to accelerate climate innovation, education, and impact. In her role as Executive Vice President of Sustainability at Alfa, Sarah manages vertical strategic initiatives creating positive social and environmental impact through external partnerships and internal collaboration supporting the New York City real estate market.  A dedicated systems change agent, she has worked with MIT, Bucknell, Arizona State University, the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals, Cornell University, ABC News, XBox, EBay, Paramount Pictures, Disney, former heads of state, and numerous educational institutions in the US, Canada, and Eastern Europe.  Sarah is a nationally acclaimed speaker with over 150 conferences and event lectures given on quadruple bottom-line project evaluation, solar development, transformative energy systems, and regenerative business practices. She serves on the Board of several non-profits in upstate New York and owns and operates a bio-resilient 100 acre farm in the Finger Lakes.

David Namer has been part of the Alfa team since 2001. As Vice President of Property Management, David is in charge of building operations for all properties under the umbrella of Alfa Development Management LLC. Specifically, he oversees the maintenance and renovation upgrades of the rental properties. After receiving his bachelor’s degree from NYU and his New York Real Estate Sales License, he now doubles as an agent for Bond New York, handling Alfa rental exclusives. Additionally, David’s proficiency in bookkeeping and accounting, and a technical knowledge of Quickbooks, assist in managing and recording all of Alfa’s rental and sale property financials.