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Posted: March 7, 2011
Brandl Frey 2011
Name: Brandl Frey
Title: Leasing Manager
Company: The Durst Organization
Location: One Bryant Park
Place of birth: The Twin Cities
Family: Barb Hursh and Bill Frey, my parents. Billy, Benji and Mallory, my two brothers and soon to be sister-in-law. Jean and Natalie, my stepmother and sister. Hugo and Ollie, my two French bulldogs.
College: New York University
First job unrelated to your current field: Analyst with boutique hedge fund.
First job in current field: Research analyst with Cushman & Wakefield.
What your firm does now and its plans for the future? The Durst Organization is committed to providing the highest value and best service to our tenants and partners. We establish enduring relationships by developing sustainable workplaces that benefit our environment.
Hobbies: I'm currently learning how to speak Russian.
Favorite novel: I'm currently reading The Fountainhead.
Favorite film: Anything Hitchcock.
Favorite website: I don't have a favorite website. I use the Internet all the time but can't say I particularly love it.
Keys to success: Time is precious. Involve yourself with only those people, causes and organizations that you are not only passionate about but truly believe in.
Person(s) you most admire (outside of family): The Dursts.
If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? I wouldn't, I truly love where I am right now professionally.
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