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Marcella LaHara

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Newmark

Oversaw a 71,000-square-foot transaction in New York for a global bank

Handled a 153,000-square-foot lease in Hyderabad for an e-commerce firm

Marcella LaHara is a Director at Newmark, where she leads a global multi-market corporate accounts team. She is responsible for executing multifaceted transactions, navigating complex negotiations, and delivering tailored solutions that align with clients’ business goals.

She handled deals including a headquarters relocation for Care.com to Dallas, TX, a 71,000-square-foot headquarters transaction in New York for a global investment bank, leading its Chicago office expansion and closing on a 153,000-square-foot office lease in Hyderabad for a global e-commerce brand.

LaHara has served as a mentor for the Chicago Innovation Network since 2019, where she supports and advises women in Chicago seeking career guidance. She is a strong advocate for innovation in the brokerage industry.

Newmark has named LaHara a “Rising Star.”

These are just a few reasons we chose Marcella LaHara as one of Connect CRE’s National 2025 Next Generation Award winners. Connect CRE’s annual Next Generation Awards recognize young leaders who will have a strong influence on the commercial real estate industry.

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