Mark brings over twenty years of comprehensive real estate experience, managing multifaceted projects with a combined worth of over $3 billion. His expertise spans development, investment management, and strategic planning, with a focus on creating infill rental communities in the Greater Boston area. Each project under his leadership reflects significant capitalization, typically exceeding $50 million.
Educationally grounded with a Master of Science in Real Estate Finance from New York University and a Master of Science in Management Information Systems Development from George Washington University, Mark combines his academic prowess with practical application. He enriches the real estate sector’s knowledge base as an adjunct professor at NYU’s Institute of Real Estate, teaching courses in real estate development and advanced financial analysis for over 10 years. He is also a visiting lecturer at the Boston Architectural College in their Master’s degree program.
Before co-founding Collaborative RED LLC, a company dedicated to developing multifamily real estate, Mark was the founder and CEO of Mascia Development, LLC from 2006 to 2020. His earlier career includes a pivotal role at Archstone (now Equity Residential), where he managed a landmark $500 million, 26-story development in Manhattan.
Mark is an influential figure in real estate, recognized in industry publications and a frequent guest speaker at conferences and on podcasts. His contributions to professional dialogues include appearances on “Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow” with Kevin Bupp, “Accredited Income Property Investment Specialists” with Jason Hartman, and “Best Real Estate Advice Ever” with Joe Fairless. His insights are also featured in notable outlets like CNBC.com, The Real Deal, and the New York Post, among others.
Mark continues to work closely with some of the nation’s most affluent families, guiding investment strategies and fostering the growth of the real estate sector. His professional journey is marked by a commitment to both innovation in development and excellence in education, making him a distinguished partner at Collaborative RED and a respected leader in the real estate community.