Archives: Team Members

Paul J. Massey, Jr.

Paul Massey was born in Boston, Massachusetts where he attended the Roxbury Latin School. He graduated from Colgate University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, in 1983.

Mr. Massey began his career at CBRE and soon became head of the market research department in Midtown Manhattan, then as an investment sales broker.

He founded Massey Knakal Realty Services together with his colleague Robert A. Knakal, whom he met at CBRE. The company became the New York metropolitan area’s dominant commercial investment sales brokerage firm. With over 225 employees serving more than 200,000 property owners, Massey Knakal Realty Services was consistently ranked New York’s #1 investment sales firm in volume for 14 consecutive years.

As CEO of Massey Knakal, he led the development of the firm’s strategic initiatives including geographic expansion as well as the growth of the firm’s service lines. At the end of 2014, Cushman & Wakefield acquired Massey Knakal and Mr. Massey was appointed President, New York Investment Sales.

In 2017, Paul Massey ran as a Mayoral Candidate for New York City, primarily focusing on education, housing and homelessness while also providing solutions for how to improve quality of life in the city.

In July 2018, Mr. Massey and his partners launched a new commercial brokerage firm, B6 Real Estate Advisors, short for “Building By Building, Block By Block”. The investment sales and capital advisory firm specializes in middle-market ($1-$200 million). The firm employs a distinct Territory Network model, that ensures sub-market expertise for its agents along with an owner-aligned philosophy and a technology-forward platform.

Mr. Massey is a member of numerous organizations including REBNY and The Lower East Side Tenement Museum. He is also an amateur boxer and an avid skier.  He and his wife, Gretchen, have three children; son, Paul III, and daughters, Sarah and Greta. He resides in Larchmont, NY.

Alex Woodlief

Alex Woodlief is a Senior Director of Investment Sales with B6 Real Estate Advisors specializing in Manhattan’s Midtown and Midtown South markets. Alex has specific expertise with value-add loft office, commercial development and ground lease transactions. In his career, he has been involved in the underwriting, sale and capital raising for over $4-billion of New York City commercial real estate.

Alex joined B6 from Kaufman Investments, the institutional acquisition arm of the Kaufman Organization, one of New York’s oldest and largest private owners of office buildings. At Kaufman, he was responsible for sourcing new investment opportunities, managing landlord partnerships and business development initiatives.

Prior to Kaufman, Alex was an associate in the capital markets group of Cushman & Wakefield where he focused on middle-market investment sale transactions in Manhattan. Earlier, he raised capital for real estate credit and equity strategies for REIT sponsor American Realty Capital. Prior, he served as Asset Manager for SigEp National Housing, a boutique owner/operator and lender specializing in student housing assets nationwide.

Alex graduated from Northeastern University with a B.S. in Political Science. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in New York and has held his FINRA Series 7 & 63 licenses.

Jonathan Buerger

Jonathan is a Director at B6 Real Estate Advisors where he works directly for Paul Massey, CEO of B6, overseeing Executive Operations. Including transaction management, agent and team coordination, marketing operations, and investor relations.

Known for establishing and creating relationships with industry leaders locally and internationally, Jonathan established himself as a valuable resource, guiding his clients through the complex and competitive New York real estate market.

Prior to joining B6 in 2020, Jonathan attended the University of Bristol, UK where he graduated with a Master of Science degree in Finance & Investment. In Bristol, Jonathan was part of the University Rowing Team, one of the top ten rowing clubs in the UK.

Jonathan was first exposed to real estate during an internship at Cushman & Wakefield where he worked directly for the global CEO. Prior to that he gained valuable experience at firms such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young, and HSBC.

Born and raised in Cologne, Germany, Jonathan earned his Bachelors degree in International Business Management from the European Business College in Duesseldorf.

When not selling real estate, Jonathan can be found going for a run along Hudson River, watching his favorite soccer club from Cologne, or volunteering for Breaking Ground, an organization that provides housing and support for people who were experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Affiliations
  • Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
  • Young Men’s/Women’s Real Estate Association (YMWREA)
  • Junior Board – Breaking Ground

Konstantinos Soulios

Konstantinos Soulios is a Senior Associate at B6 Real Estate Advisors, where he works alongside his mentor and close friend Alex Woodlief, specializing in Manhattan’s investment sales market.

Konstantinos has developed deep expertise in underwriting complex development sites, rent-regulated assets, and office buildings. His work often centers on identifying an asset’s highest and best use by analyzing zoning potential, regulatory constraints, and market dynamics – enabling clients to unlock value and make informed, data-driven strategic decisions.

In parallel with his work in New York, Konstantinos owns and manages a private real estate portfolio in Athens, Greece. Prior to joining B6, Konstantinos was an Analyst at a Private Equity fund investing in industrials, manufacturing, and B2B soft services sectors, where he contributed to investment valuations, deal structuring, and portfolio management strategies.

Konstantinos holds a Master of Science in Finance, with a focus on real estate and urban development, from Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business, where he graduated top of his class with honors. While at Baruch, he contributed to the college’s research center, focusing on the intersection of climate risk and financial performance.

Born and raised in Athens, Greece, Konstantinos earned his bachelor’s degree in Financial and Banking Management from the University of Piraeus and began his career as a Financial Consultant at ICAP Group. Before relocating to New York in 2023, he served as a Master Sergeant in the Greek military’s armored tank division, stationed in Cyprus.

Mark Lively

Mark Lively is a Managing Director at B6 Real Estate Advisors. He has worked in the North Brooklyn Market for over 20 years and sold over 350 properties with an aggregate value of approximately $3 billion. Previously he worked at Massey Knakal Realty Services and Cushman & Wakefield. Mark is a graduate of the University of Richmond where he earned his Bachelors’ degree in Economics. He has written for City Feet Spaces NY and Real Estate Weekly and has been quoted in the NY Times, New York Post, The Real Deal, NY Real Estate Journal and others. His notable clients have included:  HSBC, Verizon, Con Edison, MB Financial, Dime Savings Bank, Capital One, NY Community Bank.

Awards/Recognitions

  • Costar Power Broker
  • Real Estate New York: Rising Stars Under 30
  • Cushman & Wakefield Top 100 Brokerage Team

Notable Transactions

  • 1 N 11th Street (CitiStorage)
  • 263-277 S 5th Street (Dime Savings Bank)
  • The Brooklyn Santander Collection/12 different locations (Santander)
  • 186 N 6th Street (Boricua College)
  • 500 Kent Avenue (Con Edison)
  • 67 Meserole Street (Verizon)
  • 77 Commercial Street (New York Community Bank)
  • 151-175 Broadway/Williamsburg Savings Bank (HSBC)
  • 143-147 Kent Street/Saint Elias Church (Eparchy of Passaic)
  • 364-368 Bedford Avenue/Senior Notes (MB Financial)
  • 204-226 N 11th Street Note Sale (Capital One Bank)
  • 110-120 S 8th Street/Gabila’s Knish Factory (Gabila Family)

John Koutsos

Growing up in New York City, John developed a lifelong connection to real estate, shaped by a deep understanding of the city’s dynamic property market and a passion for the industry. John began his career at Epic Hotel Group, focusing on management consulting and development advisory, where he honed his skills in strategic planning and operational analysis. He then transitioned to Foxx Capital, specializing in commercial real estate credit, where he underwrote complex deals across various asset classes, showcasing his expertise in financial analysis and risk assessment.

At Cushman & Wakefield, John played a pivotal role in representing Fortune 500 tenants and collaborating with New York’s largest landlords on high-profile transactions. His experience here cemented his reputation as a skilled negotiator and trusted advisor in the commercial real estate sector.

Most recently, John served as a Senior Analyst at AECOM Tishman, contributing to some of the largest development projects in the United States. Notably, he was integral to the redevelopment of 270 Park Avenue for JP Morgan, a landmark project that stands as one of the most significant undertakings in American real estate.

John’s academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Babson College, renowned for its focus on entrepreneurship, and a Master of Science from Columbia University, where he further deepened his expertise in real estate and urban development.

Michael Long

Michael is a Director of Investment Sales with B6 Real Estate Advisors specializing in the Brooklyn Heights, downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill and Prospect Heights markets. Michael was born in Hampton, VA. He studied English Literature at Wheaton College (IL) and got his JD from the Boston University School of Law. He began his law career in the New York office of Hunton Andrews Kurth.

He switched to the business side of real estate with Landmark Land Company and then Hines Interests (building resorts in Spain and Portugal). He joined Massey Knakal in 2012 and worked there in the Williamsburg/Greenpoint markets until the Cushman acquisition in 2014. He later helped raise capital for MKRO, an acquisitions fund launched by the previous partners of Massey Knakal and River Oak Investment Corp.

After working in acquisitions and leasing for oil and gas firms in Tulsa, OK, Michael has returned to New York to join Paul and the B6 team. Residing in Brooklyn enables Michael to offer clients real-time insight and an in-depth understanding of local developments, property trends, and investment opportunities. Michael is an amateur sailor, Spanish guitar player and urban biker. He has three children, Luke, Sophia and Isabella.

Victor Sun

Victor Sun is an Investment Sales Director at B6 Real Estate Advisors, where he leads advisory efforts across industrial, retail, and multifamily properties in Queens. Known for his bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin, Victor specializes in helping owners navigate market shifts, optimize asset performance, and capitalize on sale and acquisition opportunities throughout New York City’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Victor also brings a background in economic research and strategic communication. As a bilingual journalist, he published more than 100 articles on Chinese and global economic developments, honing his skills in storytelling, data interpretation, and cross-border dialogue. His early career in finance includes internships at CITIC Securities in Beijing and client service work at JMB Insurance in Chicago, supporting high-net-worth individuals with tailored financial strategies.

A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Victor earned his B.A. in Political Science with a secondary major in Applied Statistical and Computational Mathematics. He was recognized for excellence in journalism and graduated with honors.

Based in Queens, Victor is committed to building long-term relationships within the multigenerational communities he represents and with foreign investors alike. He approaches brokerage as both a service and a responsibility—bridging cultures, aligning interests, and delivering value at every stage of a real estate transaction.

Yoram Ohebsion

Yoram Ohebsion serves as a Director of Investment Sales at B6 Real Estate Advisors in New York City. He specializes in multifamily, mixed-use, and development site transactions across Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

Known for his hands-on approach, Yoram works closely with families and long-term private owners to craft thoughtful, customized exit strategies. His deep understanding of ownership goals, paired with expertise in tax-efficient solutions like 1031 exchanges, helps clients maximize sale outcomes while aligning with their future lifestyle plans.

Yoram leads every deal with a data-driven mindset, leveraging sharp market intelligence to every deal. By closely tracking buyer behavior and acquisition trends, he delivers unmatched asset-level insights, a nuanced understanding of value, and exceptional negotiation skills that consistently drive successful results.

Outside of work, Yoram enjoys raising his two sons, spending quality time with family, cooking, photography, and experimenting with the latest tech gadgets.

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