Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate and Family Office Solutions
JI Kislak has been a leader in real estate excellence since 1906, combining a century-old legacy with forward-thinking strategies. Our expertise spans commercial real estate brokerage through Kislak Company, Inc., a New Jersey-based affiliate specializing in investment sales and leasing services. The Kislak Family Office delivers tailored investment management solutions, leveraging decades of financial acumen to preserve and grow wealth. Our philanthropic arm, The Kislak Family Foundation, advances education, arts, animal welfare, and environmental initiatives through strategic grant funding. With a team of seasoned professionals, we maintain a steadfast commitment to client success and community impact.Our leadership team brings diverse expertise in accounting, finance, and real estate, ensuring comprehensive service across residential and commercial sectors. Backed by over $3 billion in managed investments and transactions, we provide data-driven insights and personalized solutions. Our affiliations with institutions like the Library of Congress and Florida State University underscore our dedication to education and cultural preservation. Operating from Miami Lakes, Florida, we serve clients nationwide with integrity and a focus on long-term relationships. This combination of experience, innovation, and community stewardship defines our approach to real estate and financial services.
Services
Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Family Office Services
Investment Management
Philanthropy Initiatives
Real Estate Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1906
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of real estate expertise since 1906
- Our team manages over $3 billion in investments and transactions
- We provide customized family office services with CFA and CFP professionals
- Our foundation supports impactful education and environmental initiatives
- We combine national reach with local market expertise in Florida and New Jersey
Services
Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Kislak Company, Inc. specializes in commercial real estate transactions including sales, leasing, and investment advisory services. Our team provides market analysis, property valuation, and negotiation expertise for office, retail, and industrial properties. With a focus on client-specific goals, we deliver strategic solutions that maximize returns across the United States.
Family Office Services
The Kislak Family Office offers comprehensive investment management and financial planning services tailored to high-net-worth individuals. We provide portfolio diversification, tax-efficient strategies, and intergenerational wealth transfer planning. Our CFA and CFP professionals combine rigorous analysis with personalized service to preserve and grow family assets.
Philanthropy Initiatives
Through The Kislak Family Foundation, we support education, arts, animal welfare, and environmental preservation projects. Our grantmaking focuses on innovative programs that create lasting community impact. We prioritize partnerships with institutions that demonstrate measurable outcomes and alignment with our mission of advancing learning and societal benefit.
People
Thomas Bartelmo
President and CEO
President and CEO with 30+ years of real estate and financial experience. Manages over $3 billion in investments while leading the Kislak Family Foundation. Holds advanced degrees in accounting from Florida State University and serves on multiple prestigious advisory boards.
Wesley Burns
Family Office Director
CFA, CFP, and CPWA-certified professional overseeing family office operations since 2014. Specializes in investment management and financial planning with a degree in finance from Barry University. Brings technical expertise to wealth preservation strategies.
Cheryl Lubow
Vice President and Tax Manager
Tax and accounting expert with 30+ years of experience at Kislak. Manages financial reporting and tax strategies while holding degrees from Florida State University and Nova Southeastern University. Provides critical financial oversight for real estate acquisitions.
Connie Queralt
Chief Financial Officer
CFO with 40+ years of real estate and financial services experience. Oversees accounting and financial operations with expertise in mortgage servicing and corporate finance. Holds an accounting degree from St. Thomas University and provides strategic financial leadership.
Questions
What services does JI Kislak offer?
We provide commercial real estate brokerage through our New Jersey affiliate, family office investment management, and philanthropic grantmaking focused on education and environmental causes.
How long has Kislak been in business?
Our organization has operated continuously since 1906, making us one of the oldest real estate firms in the United States with fourth-generation leadership.
Where is Kislak headquartered?
Our main office is located at 7920 Miami Lakes Drive West, Suite 410, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016, with commercial real estate operations across the US.
What philanthropic causes does Kislak support?
Through The Kislak Family Foundation, we fund education initiatives, arts and humanities programs, animal welfare projects, and environmental preservation efforts nationwide.
