Nicholas Burko is a rising star in commercial lending, bringing his expertise to Bank Leumi as an Associate Relationship Manager specializing in the commercial real estate sector. Originally hailing from New York City, Nicholas has witnessed firsthand the evolving skyline of Manhattan, and now he plays an integral role in its ongoing development. After earning a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance, with a minor in Economics, from Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Nicholas went on to work for Bank Leumi, where he served as an Independent Testing Specialist and Commercial Banking Summer Credit Intern before accepting his current role. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Analyst and Junior Analyst at the Orange Value Fund and a Summer Analyst at Protocol Capital Management, rounding out his experience in finance and investment. Additionally, Nicholas is an active community member, having served as a baseball coach and summer bunk counselor at various institutions.