BOSTON— Global real estate advisory firm Avison Young has appointed Leeanne Rizzo as Principal and New England Market Leader, tasking her with overseeing operations and expanding the firm’s regional presence.
In her new role, Rizzo will lead day-to-day operations across Avison Young’s New England offices, including Boston and Hartford, while focusing on strategic hiring and business development to strengthen the firm’s service offerings.
“New England is a key growth market for Avison Young, with strong fundamentals and increasing client demand across all service lines,” said Josh Peyton, Principal and Regional Managing Director for the East Region. “Leeanne’s leadership and deep regional expertise positions us to capitalize on that momentum and continue expanding our platform in a meaningful way.”
Rizzo brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial real estate, with a track record advising office tenants and landlords on leasing, sales, and development projects throughout Greater Boston. She most recently served as Executive Vice President and Principal at Hunneman and previously held positions at Newmark and Colliers.
“Avison Young’s entrepreneurial DNA, people-first culture and collaborative platform make it uniquely positioned for growth,” Rizzo said. “With renewed confidence across the market, I’m excited to focus on building a best-in-class team that enhance our capabilities and deliver differentiated, results-driven outcomes for our clients.”
