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Andrea Himmel
Principal + CIO at Himmel + Meringoff Properties
Andrea Himmel is the Director of Acquisitions at Himmel + Meringoff Properties, a prominent commercial real estate firm based in New York City. She has a distinguished background in both real estate and finance, having graduated from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, where she was part of the Joseph Wharton Scholars program, an honors program for the top 5% of students.
Early Life and Education
Andrea grew up in New York City and attended Horace Mann School, graduating in the top 5% of her class. Initially, she was a top-ranked junior national competitive tennis player but chose to pursue a career in business instead of professional sports. At Wharton, she focused on real estate and finance, further solidifying her expertise in the field.
Career Path
After college, Andrea spent two years at Brookfield Properties, focusing on leasing and development. She then joined Sanders Capital, where she was one of seven investment professionals responsible for managing a significant portion of the firm's portfolio, particularly in the oil and gas sector. In 2016, she founded Tierra Resource Partners, an oil company in Texas, and later launched Revere Resources, which successfully raised $300 million for investments in oil and gas royalties.
In 2018, Andrea returned to her roots in real estate by joining Himmel + Meringoff Properties, a firm co-founded by her mother in 1979. She leads the company's acquisitions and growth initiatives, including a significant rezoning project in Parkchester.
Leadership and Philanthropy
Andrea is recognized as a thought leader in the New York real estate community, frequently speaking at industry panels. She is also active in philanthropy, serving on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity New York City and participating in various non-profit organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters and ChildFund.
Her diverse interests include mindfulness, meditation, and outdoor activities, reflecting her commitment to a balanced lifestyle alongside her professional endeavors.123
