Nisha Patel
By Joshua Burd
Levin Management Corp. has welcomed Nisha Patel as its chief operating officer, the North Plainfield-based commercial real estate services firm announced this week.
In her new role, Patel will oversee day-to-day operations and support continued growth across LMC’s 16 million square-foot portfolio. She’ll also work closely with the firm’s executive leadership team in implementing technology solutions, strengthen cross-department collaboration and position the company for scalable growth.
She comes to the post with nearly two decades of operational and strategic real estate experience, the firm said, noting that she most recently served as head of asset management and dispositions at Essential Properties Realty Trust.
“Nisha has led some of the most complex real estate portfolios in the country and knows how to build strong, effective teams,” Levin CEO Matthew K. Harding said. “Her operational expertise and leadership style are a great fit for our firm. We’re excited to have her help drive the next chapter of our growth.”
With Essential Properties, Patel oversaw a $6 billion retail portfolio while leading operational strategy, LMC said. She also executed more than 100 property dispositions and maintained a portfolio vacancy rate below 1 percent.
“LMC has a long track record as a trusted operator,” Patel said. “I look forward to building on that legacy by strengthening operations, enhancing collaboration and helping the team continue to deliver great results for our clients and communities.”
Patel earned a bachelor’s in economics and political science from Rutgers University and serves on the advisory board for Montclair State University’s Real Estate Program.
