CITY SPHERE is built on three core principles to empower agent growth: comprehensive operational support for every agent, access to seller and buyer opportunities, and ongoing weekly education. With this vision, Nikolay is dedicated to fostering a culture of growth in the real estate industry.

Previously a longtime touring Broadway performer, Kristi has traveled the world — from the US and Canada to Russia, Japan, and China. This extraordinary experience supplied the foundation for her creative marketing of properties, instinctive people skills, and tenacity in a comparably competitive industry. It instilled in her a distinct appreciation for not only international living, but also the notion of home, a compelling concept she always returns to when conferring with her clients.

Entering the real estate arena in 2011, Kristi is consistently ranked among Realogy Brokerage Group’s Top 2% of brokers nationwide and the “America’s Best” national ranking. Kristi is one of the top-performing brokers in the Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage and was named a “Pioneering Woman in Real Estate,” attributed to her fresh perspective and professionalism, adaptability, and dependability. Kristi is frequently featured in the press and has been a contributor for Inman.

Specializing in the sale of co-ops, condos, and townhouses in Manhattan with Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristi’s success in the field thus far may be attributed to her intuition and insight, organization, and discernment. A fierce advocate for her clients, Kristi prides herself on getting to know their goals, really listening, and guiding them through the entire selling and buying process. A skilled negotiator, she is no stranger to navigating difficult transactions, and has achieved record-breaking prices time and time again for her clients. Kristi takes a proactive approach to problem solving, providing superior service — steeped in communication and accessibility — at every step.

Kristi served on the executive board of the Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation, is chair of the advisory board of The BETTY Effect, and is the co-commissioner and a volunteer head basketball coach for the Greenwich House Girls Basketball League; all of which have a mission of supporting the development and equity of women and girls.

As the married mother of a delightfully energetic seven-year-old boy, space, how it’s utilized, and what parts of the home are most useful is the crux of Tali’s daily life, and she can appreciate that each client has their own wish list (aka the “unicorn” home).

Having relocated internationally twice, Tali is well acquainted with the challenges of re-creating a home. She is eager to bring her tenacity and creativity to work for you to find the house of your dreams and hopes to exceed your expectations, as she has for many clients. Her foremost priority is using her extensive experience and strong relationships to find the perfect home for you.

In today’s market, you need a real estate professional you can rely on to get the job done. Someone that can outline a path that will result in a successful conclusion. Tali’s track record speaks for itself, having represented many sellers, buyers, landlords, and tenants. She will be delighted to meet with you to get the ball rolling.

Her vast knowledge of the overall industry, specific market trends, and local inventory enables her to provide a superior level of service.

Her clients attribute her success to her empathy and ability to explain the process in an understandable and thorough manner. Diligently guiding clients to ensure a seamless process, she prioritizes discretion and client needs. She keeps her clients’ best interests at heart, and helps them find the most promising opportunities. Her integrity and endless commitment to client relationships make working with her an enriching experience.

As a second-time homeowner herself, she understands the technical and emotional elements that her clients go through during the buying and selling process. Having personally gut-renovated an apartment, she leverages her ability to optimize spatial layouts and help buyers or renters envision their ideal living space. She also has expertise with townhouses, new developments, first-time home buyers, the ins and outs of co-purchasing and co-op gifting processes, and high-end rentals.

Maggie has lived in Downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn for 18 years. She is a true neighborhood expert and remains current on the latest restaurants, lifestyle destinations, and history of locales throughout New York City. You can see several of her historical videos from the series “Full Disclosure” on SERHANT.’s channel Listed.

Before real estate, Maggie worked in the fashion and legal industries. She is an active member of the School of American Ballet Advisory Council, New York Junior League, the New York Public Library, and the Brooklyn Public Library. She served for several years as the Encore Co-Chair for the School of American Ballet’s Winter Ball, as well as the Vice President of Success Academy’s Young Professional Committee.

She is a graduate of New York University with a double degree in History and East Asian Studies and a minor in Politics. While at NYU, she studied abroad in Shanghai and London.

In her free time, Maggie enjoys playing tennis, cooking, reading, running along the Hudson River, and traveling. She is licensed as Margaret Chong.

An adept negotiator and passionate client advocate, Rory understands the importance of both honesty and discretion in the buying or selling process. He utilizes his combined legal and real estate expertise to guide clients to the best possible results, all while providing a full-service experience. Rory leads the Rory S. Clark Team at Brown Harris Stevens, a full-service residential team of five licensed professionals recognized annually on the Top Team list by RealTrends America.

Trina’s real estate career began in 2001 at Citi Habitats, where she became the top leasing producer companywide. In 2003, she joined Corcoran, earning recognition in the Top 1% of NRT agents in the US for her impressive sales record. Her global experience includes working with a leading brokerage in Hong Kong and connecting clients to NYC opportunities while living in Switzerland, highlighting her adaptability and expertise.

As an extremely knowledgeable real estate professional in both rentals and sales, Josh will invest the time to fully understand your current needs, taking advantage of niches and specialized opportunities in the market that will help you perfectly meet your goals. Face it: buying or renting a home in NYC can be a difficult, frustrating, and anxiety-filled process. That’s why Josh’s patience and professionalism are exactly what you need to overcome the challenge of finding your perfect home in the greatest city in the world. His whatever-it-takes, ninja approach to serving each client’s highly personalized needs has brought him years of repeat business and a steady stream of referrals.

As Sales Director of Rockefeller Group’s Rose Hill, she achieved record-breaking prices and further demonstrated her leadership at Eastlight in Kips Bay. Nicole’s dual focus on large-scale projects and resale markets gives her a comprehensive edge in NYC real estate.

Her background in wealth management and hospitality enhances her ability to provide tailored experiences, aligning client goals with transparent property searches. Nicole’s extensive travels inform her understanding of luxury, design, and marketing strategies, including creative open houses and co-branded events.

An NYU graduate, Nicole lives on the Upper West Side with her dog, Winston, and is the proud mother of Loren and Christian.

He is looking forward to deepening his relationship with StreetEasy by contributing to the Agent Advisory Board, and hopefully improving the real estate experience for brokers and consumers alike.

Additionally, as a certified home staging specialist, Sarah knows how to showcase properties in their best light, attracting the right buyers and maximizing value.

When you work with Sarah, you gain more than an agent — you gain a partner who is deeply invested in your goals. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to consistently exceed expectations make her the perfect choice for all your real estate needs.

Combining financial acumen with a passion for working with people, he has earned top accolades, having been consistently recognized as a Trulia and RealTrends Top Agent. Christopher is a Certified Negotiation Expert and Board Certified New York Residential Specialist.

His commitment to delivering a seamless client experience is reflected in his data-driven insights, thoughtful marketing strategies, and unbiased expertise, consistently yielding market-leading results.

Fluent in Cantonese, Tedy resides in Williamsburg with his wife and daughter. Outside of work, he enjoys family travel and weekends in the Hamptons, and is an avid watch collector.

He is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve, actively studying neighborhood and market trends to provide cutting-edge insights and reliable strategies tailored to each client’s unique goals.

Grateful for the relationships he’s built and the trust his clients have placed in him, Jack approaches each transaction with individual attention and care. He’s passionate about helping people navigate real estate with confidence and looks forward to being their trusted partner along the way.

A native New Yorker, Emilio has been in real estate since his undergraduate years at Fordham University, where he received a B.A. in Political Science. Before starting his career in real estate, he was a passionate tennis player, rising to become the under 18 USTA Eastern Section Singles Champion and was nationally ranked in the top 50. He later received a scholarship to play at the University of San Diego, winning the NCAA D1 Conference title twice and holding a national team rank of 16th.

Emilio currently resides in a Carnegie Hill pre-war co-op with his wife and three daughters, and serves on the board of directors.

Brooklyn-based, Aroza’s professional net extends to the five boroughs, having managed the marketing and sales of over 20 new development projects, as well as selling townhouses and condos at record prices for highly desirable New York properties. She has become a tour de force with millennial and first-time buyers looking for sound investments, often reducing the buying window to three months from start to finish.

Aroza brings her deep knowledge of new developments to educate her clients on the quality of properties and their market value. Clients showing their appreciation have remarked: “Aroza is an agent who puts herself in our shoes which was far more important than we anticipated,” and “We realized there are a lot of variables in purchasing a home. Aroza educated us every step of the way and was in tune to the properties we were looking for.”

In 2011, Aroza’s success in introducing the prestigious Sotheby’s International Realty brand to Brooklyn as the owner/broker firmly established her reputation among her loyal Brooklyn and Manhattan connections. Alongside her business partner and husband, Jose Nunez, they expanded into Williamsburg and Cobble Hill as Avenue Sotheby’s International Realty. In 2022, Aroza and Jose sold their company to the 100-year-old sister affiliate, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, expanding her ever-growing network of business professionals and peers, including developers and bankers.

An elected REBNY Brooklyn Committee Co-Chair, Aroza is also an NYRS member and Certified Negotiating Expert (CNE) who actively puts her skills to use in support of her clients. Aroza grew up in NYC, educated at Stuyvesant High School, Barnard College, Columbia University for her B.A., Fordham University at Lincoln Center for her MBA.

The proud mother of two sons, Lorenzo and Armando, Aroza’s favorite pastime is relaxing with her family, whether it’s streaming British movies, cooking for any occasion, going dancing, or gardening. She spends much of her time outside of the office as an advocate for autism and education, and serves on the Board of Directors at the Shield Institute. Aroza also makes time for her passions of staging home interiors for her clients and going on traveling adventures around the world with her family.

Michael holds the distinctions of Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), Certified Divorce Specialist, Certified Relocation Professional (CRP), and Master Faculty Trainer for Keller Williams University, in addition to being a licensed attorney in New York.

Michael leads a team of veteran real estate professionals at Keller Williams NYC. The Shapot Team’s focus is to provide excellent service based on market savvy, innovative systems, and creative marketing.

He has volunteered on co-op boards and REBNY and is a devoted supporter of Sharsheret. Michael and his team organize and run the semi-annual Shapot Team Clothing Drive, which benefits different charities in NYC. His wife, Chaye, and two grown sons cheer him on in his endeavors, as do his clients.

She is known for her energy and passion, which has led to her building lasting relationships domestically and internationally in an industry where trust and rapport is everything. Sarah’s experiences range from finding the perfect condo, co-op, or townhouse for her clients to helping owners sell their home for the highest possible price. Sarah understands the value of a home and how important that decision is for her clients’ lives, striving for their best interests and making sure they get exactly what they want.

Expertly navigating the complex and competitive New York market, he makes it his mission to deliver the highest long-term value for his clients. As part of Corcoran Sunshine, Sebastian headed up the successful global sales launch of the first residential tower at Hudson Yards, one of the largest private real estate developments in US history, and 53West53 above MoMA, one of Manhattan’s most sought-after addresses.

In 2021, Sebastian represented 67 Vestry Street, the former home and gallery space of Andy Warhol, John Chamberlain, Mark di Suvero, and the Dia Art Foundation. With sales spearheaded by Corcoran Sunshine, the building became one of downtown’s largest sales successes after selling out within only 11 months, while being promoted predominately off-market.

Born and raised in Germany, Sebastian studied International Business and Management at the European Business School in London. After earning his B.A., he began his career in real estate sales in the Turks & Caicos islands, where he served as the Director of Sales at Amanyara, an Aman Resort.

Throughout his career, Sebastian worked with developers at Related Companies, Goldman Sachs, Hines, Pontiac Land Group, and Iliad Realty Group, alongside architects such as Zaha Hadid, Jean Nouvel, Shigeru Ban, Kengo Kuma, Piero Lissoni, David Chipperfield, Jean-Michel Gathy, and Thierry Despont. On the hospitality management side, he’s worked together with Aman Resorts, Mandarin Oriental Hotels, the Ritz-Carlton Group, and the Greenbrier Hotel Group.

Having been involved in over $1.2B of real estate transactions, Sebastian is an invaluable asset in navigating the intricate dynamics of New York City’s ever-changing real estate market.

An avid polo player, Sebastian lives on Central Park North with his wife, three children, and dog Lutz.

As part of the Eklund Gomes Team — the #1 Mega Team Nationwide at Douglas Elliman — she contributes to over $25B in career sales and 100+ successfully marketed developments.

Rooted in a family legacy of real estate, Jessica combines creativity, data-driven strategies, and an intuitive understanding of her clients’ needs. Her tenacity and professionalism have earned her long-term trust and repeat business from discerning buyers, sellers, and investors.

Licensed in both New York and Florida, Jessica lives in Lower Manhattan where she actively supports organizations like God’s Love We Deliver and MOVENYC, reflecting her dedication to community impact.

Featured in Business Insider’s 30 Under 35, The Hollywood Reporter’s New York Power Brokers, and other prestigious publications, Maggie has established herself as a trusted advisor in NYC’s competitive market. Her expertise in market analysis, property valuation, and investment strategy, combined with her background growing up between Hong Kong and mainland China, allows her to provide unparalleled service to a global clientele.