BKREA Senior Vice President of Transactions Ryan Candel recently joined Ithaca College’s Real Estate Club Career Connections series, sharing insights on his brokerage career and strategies students can use to build relationships and launch successful careers in commercial real estate.
— BKREA’s Senior Vice President of Transactions Ryan Candel recently served as a virtual guest speaker for a Career Connections series hosted for students in Ithaca College’s Real Estate Club. This club exposes students to real estate since there isn’t a Real Estate Major at the school. During the session, Candel offered an engaging look into his professional journey in commercial real estate and provided actionable guidance for students preparing to enter the industry.
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Candel discussed his career path, detailing his transition from working at a large public firm to his role today at BKREA, a smaller, highly specialized brokerage founded by industry veteran Bob Knakal. He highlighted the contrasts between the two environments, emphasizing the unique learning opportunities, accelerated responsibilities, and close-knit mentorship that can come from a smaller “mom and pop” style firm compared with larger corporate structures.
Drawing from his firsthand experience, Candel coached students on best practices for gaining clients and cultivating long-lasting professional relationships, which are essential skills for success in commercial real estate and other client-centric careers. Topics covered included proactive outreach, relationship building, effective communication strategies, and the importance of trust and credibility in fostering repeat business.
“Building a strong foundation in this business starts with the way you engage with people – whether it’s a potential client, partner, or mentor,” Candel shared with the students. His insights underscored the value of persistence, professionalism, and authentic connection in developing a sustainable career.
Candel brings a wealth of real-world experience to his mentorship. At BKREA, he oversees the full sales cycle for commercial real estate transactions, sources opportunities, prepares marketing materials, and manages communications with buyers, sellers, and industry professionals. Since joining BKREA, Candel has been directly involved in executing more than $100 million in sales volume, was recognized as one of the 2025 Ones to Watch – Industry Leaders by the New York Real Estate Journal and appeared on the cover of Commercial Observer’s “Top Young Professionals” edition.
About the company: BKREA is a New York City–based commercial real estate brokerage specializing in development sites, investment sales, and complex advisory assignments across the five boroughs. Led by Chairman & CEO Bob Knakal, the firm combines deep market expertise, data-driven insights, and hands-on execution to help owners, investors, and developers maximize property value.
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Name: Ryan Candel
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Organization: BKREA
Address: 135 West 36th Street NY NY 10018
Phone: 212-888-8850
Website: https://bkrea.com
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