NEW YORK – September 21, 2026 – Cushman & Wakefield, a global real estate services firm, announced that Michael Schirick has joined the organization as the Tri-State Market Lead for Valuation & Advisory (V&A). In this role, Mr. Schirick will oversee the firm’s valuation business across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, working closely with the national V&A leadership team to advance the firm’s client strategy throughout the Tri-State market.
“Michael brings an exceptional combination of industry expertise, strategic perspective and firsthand understanding of what clients need from their valuation partners,” said Eric Lewis, Executive Managing Director of Strategic Accounts and Client Development, V&A Americas at Cushman & Wakefield. “His experience and client-centric approach make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team, and we look forward to the continued growth of our Tri-State Valuation & Advisory business under his leadership.”
Mr. Schirick brings extensive commercial real estate valuation and leadership experience to Cushman & Wakefield, with a unique perspective developed across both the client and service-provider sides of the industry. Most recently, he led Morgan Stanley’s global commercial real estate valuation platform, where he worked closely with valuation teams across the industry and developed a deep understanding of the evolving needs of institutional clients.
Mr. Schirick succeeds Rob Nardella, who is transitioning from the Tri-State Market Lead position after 17 years in the role. Mr. Nardella will remain with the firm as Client & Strategy Advisor to Tri-State Market Leadership, supporting client relationships and ensuring continuity through the leadership transition.
“I’m excited to join Cushman & Wakefield and lead a talented team with a strong reputation across the Tri-State market,” added Mr. Schirick. “I look forward to building on the team’s success, deepening our relationships with clients and identifying new opportunities to grow the business.”
