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In his role as President of Newmark Ciminelli, Ciminelli oversees a diverse brokerage team powered by a unique alliance with global real estate firm, Newmark, that resulted in the introduction of Newmark Ciminelli in the Western New York market. The alliance delivers the strength of local relationships and market knowledge with the resources of global leader Newmark in commercial real estate. The formation of Newmark Ciminelli was a natural fit for Ciminelli, after spending 16 years with Newmark in New York City, where he most recently served as Executive Managing Director, providing real estate services to both tenants and landlords.

Throughout his career, he has provided real estate advisory services for numerous high-profile clients, specifically within the technology, media, legal and education sectors. Additionally, Ciminelli has been a part of an array of leasing teams for some of Manhattan and Brooklyn’s most distinguished buildings, as his team handled over 20 million sq. ft. of assignments. He is the recipient of NKF’s NYC Managing Director of the year, its Aaron Gural award for the broker best representing the firm’s brand as voted on by his peers, and the Rising Star Award, which acknowledges NKF’s top broker with less than seven years of experience. He has also been named as one of Real Estate Forum’s Tomorrow’s Leaders of New York, Real Estate Weekly’s Rising Star, and earned an SL Green Most Significant Lease GreenDeal award for representing Pace University in a complex, 140,000 sq. ft. ground-up development next to the World Trade Center.

Ciminelli is a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson in New York State, holds a Bachelor’s degree from Fordham University in New York, and a Master’s Degree in Real Estate and Finance from NYU in New York. He is also active in local business and civic groups and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Amherst Chamber of Commerce and St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute.

Tim Malchow has over 30 years of experience in commercial real estate, serving the Buffalo and Rochester markets. He specializes in representing both tenants and owners in office and industrial transactions, and has successfully completed over $1 billion in commercial real estate deals in the last decade.

Tim is known for his strategic approach to leasing and sale transactions, offering expertise on site selection, market research, lease negotiation, lease restructuring, acquisition and dispositions, and financial analysis. His client portfolio includes a mix of national, regional and local companies operating across Western New York.

Tim received his Masters of Business Administration degree from Canisius University and his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University at Buffalo. He holds the prestigious CCIM designation recognizing his proficiency in commercial real estate financial and market analysis, and has been honored as a CoStar Power Broker Award winner. Tim also holds his New York Real Estate Broker’s License.

McGinn has 20+ years of commercial real estate experience, and has worked with national, regional and local clients including Moog, Saint Gobain, Catholic Health System of Buffalo, Computer Task Group, Fiserv, Dunn Tire, Tower Group Insurance, American Steamship Company, Regus, Eric Mower and Associates and Lumsden & McCormick. He is the former Executive Vice President of Jim Kelly Enterprises, and holds his CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Manager) accreditation. McGinn is also an Associate Broker in New York State and has a background in finance. He presently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Kelly for Kids Foundation and was previously on the Board of Directors of the Upstate New York Chapter of CCIM.

As Associate Director at Newmark Ciminelli and a 2026 Buffalo Business First 30 Under 30 honoree, Zoe Hernandez drives strategic business development efforts that attract new companies to Western New York while supporting high‑impact projects. She serves as the leasing agent for several of the region’s most prominent properties—including Seneca One, Fountain Plaza, and Centerpointe Corporate Park—where she plays a pivotal role in negotiating leases, renewals, and sales that help clients achieve their business and real estate goals.

Zoe is known for her energetic, high‑touch approach and her commitment to delivering candid, research‑backed insights. Her work has supported major milestones such as near‑full occupancy at Serendipity Labs in Seneca One and real estate solutions for fast‑growing tech companies. She also leads leasing efforts for the new Hispanic Heritage Cultural Institute, further contributing to Buffalo’s cultural and economic resurgence.

A champion of Buffalo both in and outside of the office, Zoe received her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of Buffalo, is a founding member of the Burchfield Visionaries Group, and an active advocate with the Be in Buffalo Committee. She regularly engages in industry‑driven programming, continuously sharpening her expertise while helping cultivate the next generation of talent. Recognized for her leadership, community commitment, and passion for shaping Buffalo’s future, Hernandez exemplifies the forward‑thinking spirit driving the region’s momentum.

Hawkins is a Buffalo, NY native and has been active in the Western New York community his entire life. He joined the Newmark Ciminelli brokerage services team as an Associate Director in 2024 with a focus on developing new clients and supporting special projects. A Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, he possesses valuable market insights and maintains a professional network that makes him a valuable asset when evaluating real estate options throughout the region. His strengths are revealed through his client interactions where he is diligent and energetic in his approach to addressing their real estate needs. In his career, Hawkins has enjoyed success focusing on office and retail transactions for clients of all size and is a compliment to the Newmark Ciminelli team. Hawkins received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Finance, Economics and Entrepreneurship from John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio.