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Growth strategies for leaders in real estate, led by leaders in real estate. 

A PR firm by real estate insiders, for real estate insiders. 

 

Reiss Strategies is a boutique public relations and marketing firm with an unmatched lens into the commercial real estate industry. We’ve built a team of CRE insiders, passionate about what’s driving the industry forward. Together, we leverage our depth of industry knowledge and expansive network of influential stakeholders – c-suite executives, influential media  and key business decision-makers – to devise and implement communications strategies that drive business growth for our clients. 

WHO
WE
ARE

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Robyn Reiss
Robyn Reiss
Founder & CEO

Robyn has nearly two decades of expertise driving growth, sales, and business development for real estate professionals. She possesses a deep understanding of the relationships and dynamics influencing real estate and is recognized as a leading authority in the industry.


In her role as the founder and lead strategist at Reiss Strategies, Robyn brings a profound understanding of industry nuances and a fresh perspective to crafting winning solutions that distinguish leaders in the industry. Robyn is also a master connector. She works with clients to get their foot in the door with prospects and key media sources to build exposure and help them win critical market share.


Robyn holds multiple leadership roles in the industry, serving on the Board of Trustees for Luria Academy and through her long-time engagement as an AIPAC member.

Bristol Whitcher Rice
Bristol Whitcher Rice
Senior Vice President

Bristol is a seasoned public relations professional, bringing more than a decade of experience to Reiss, where she currently leads the company's PR strategy. She has extensive expertise in corporate communications, executive thought leadership, crisis communications, media relations, and speaking, events and awards programs, with a focus on supporting some of the world's foremost commercial real estate and technology brands.


Prior to Reiss, Bristol held senior leadership positions at Inkhouse, an Orchestra company (the holding company founded out of BerlinRosen), and PAN, where she served as general manager of the company's New York office. Over the course of her career, she's developed and executed strategies for global, Fortune 500 companies, as well as high-growth startups and founders disrupting entire industries. With a knack for storytelling and a passion for driving meaningful results, Bristol is a hands-on and empathetic leader committed to bringing out the best in her teams and clients.


She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Northeastern University where she graduated summa cum laude.

Roni Gross
Roni Gross
Chief Operating Officer

Roni founded RJG Advisory in 2019.


Roni brings nearly two decades of financial and operational experience to Reiss Strategies as our Chief Operating Officer. He specializes in building highly functional marketing and communications businesses, and ensures our team is empowered to deliver top quality client services.


Previously, Roni was the CFO & COO of Bevel, a communications firm with explosive growth focused on fintech, VC and PE clients. Prior to that, Roni was the Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Hiltzik Strategies for 11 years, where he built and oversaw all operating and financial responsibilities.  Roni served in a similar capacity as CFO and Head of Operations for Freud Communications’ New York and Los Angeles offices, which he helped build from the ground up.


Earlier, he worked at Swiss Re in the Alternative Risk Finance group, and spent several years in the Investment Banking Division at JP Morgan Chase. Roni began his career as an actuary at AIG. Roni holds an M.B.A. from Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, and graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude from Queens College with a B.A. in Mathematics.

Mack Burke
Mack Burke
Director, Content & PR Strategy

Mack Burke has joined Reiss Strategies to steer content and public relations strategy for the firm’s clients. He has spent more than a decade as a journalist, most of which has been dedicated to reporting on commercial real estate, finance and investment, including five years at Commercial Observer, a leading real estate media platform.


Mack’s expertise lies in his ability to translate dense and technical industry news and package it into award-winning narratives. He has an especially strong interest in the real estate finance world, having previously covered a wide array of topics, including fixed-income securities and commercial real estate collateralized loan obligations (CRE CLOs), foreign capital debt and equity, monetary policy and the Federal Reserve, real estate lending and investment, and the emergence of single-family rental homes as a commercial asset class, among other topics in the realms of real estate, capital markets and the economy.


His work has appeared in Commercial Observer, The New York Daily News, Hospitality Investor and Hotel Management, among others.

Zach Grossman
Zach Grossman
Account Supervisor

Zach is a communications strategist with deep expertise in media relations, content development, and executive thought leadership. He takes a business-first approach to communications, recognizing that a well-crafted narrative can open doors and drive business growth. By working closely with his clients, which have included companies across the real estate, technology, and financial services industries, Zach helps elevate their profiles and secure meaningful visibility across a range of media and digital platforms. He specializes in crafting compelling messaging, developing media strategies that drive impactful coverage, and executing thought leadership programs that build credibility and influence.


Before joining Reiss, Zach was a Senior Associate at Hirsch Leatherwood, where he led PR and communications initiatives for tech startups and enterprise brands. He began his career at Rubenstein, supporting media relations efforts for real estate clients, including Tishman Speyer, as well as nonprofit and cultural institutions across New York City. Notably, he played a key role in promoting leasing deals, public arts initiatives, and seasonal activations at Rockefeller Center.

Sophia Craco
Sophia Craco
Account Executive

Sophia Craco is a public relations specialist who works closely with clients to execute impactful communications campaigns. She is highly skilled in media relations, social media management, and delivering insightful research to clients. Sophia amplifies brand recognition by securing meaningful media coverage across multiple platforms.


Sophia began her career as an Associate at ASC Advisors, where she worked on numerous public relations initiatives that elevated client visibility in the real estate, financial and legal sectors.


She graduated from Skidmore College with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Business Management.

MEET OUR TEAM

SERVICES

At Reiss Strategies, we bridge the gap between real estate expertise and effective PR, content and marketing strategies to transform the way industry leaders tell their stories to the world. We understand that each client has a distinct voice, mission and set of goals, and with that in mind, we develop and execute tailored solutions that resonate with targeted audiences. 

 

Services and areas of expertise include: 

  • Media Relations

  • Content Development

  • Social Media Strategy & Management 

  • Speaking & Events

Media Relations

Earned media is an essential tool for building strong corporate brands and elevating thought leaders in the crowded commercial property space. We have deep relations with tier-one business, real estate trade, and regional publications across the country with whom we work on a regular basis. More importantly, we have the nous to identify, craft and pitch the right stories at the right times to share and amplify your message or keep you involved in industry conversation. We’ll work with your team to keep your organization ahead of a news cycle and develop timely narratives that land in the publications that matter most to your stakeholders, whether it’s a notable transaction, breaking news commentary or thought leadership or trend articles.

  • Pitch ideation & writing

  • Press releases

  • Brand and product launches 

  • Executive thought leadership

  • Rapid response and breaking news commentary

  • Executive profiles

  • Q&As

  • Media training

Content Development

Journalists are expert writers and storytellers – that’s why we employ them. Our team of content strategists understand complex commercial real estate topics and know how to distill them into digestible stories for a variety of audiences and mediums. They will work with your team to stay on top of what it is you do and strategize around how and where you fit into both sector-specific and broader economic conversations, whether among peers or in the media. 

  • Editing and writing content materials

  • Blog posts

  • Bylines and op-eds

  • Whitepapers, ebooks and research reports

  • LinkedIn articles

  • Press releases

  • Newsletters

  • Messaging development

Social Media Strategy & Management

You’ve built your professional network in the ‘real world,’ but how are you engaging with these leaders day-to-day in the digital ecosystem? We know the potential power of social media for showcasing your expertise, staying engaged in timely conversations and getting in front of key stakeholders. We manage all elements of your social media strategy. 

  • Content calendars 

  • Social media content development

  • Posting and community management

  • Engaging with your audience

  • Building your network

  • Employee LinkedIn training 

  • LinkedIn profile optimizations 

Speaking & Events

It takes industry insiders to know where to be present and share your voice in the industry. We don’t just research and guess the right events to speak at or sponsor – we’ve been in these rooms for decades and know what’s worth your time and investment. We provide comprehensive recommendations on the most valuable earned, owned and paid events, and help coordinate your presence so you can focus on building connections. 

  • Event identification

  • Contract negotiations

  • Speaker prep

  • Speech Writing & Talking Points

  • Event planning

Special Projects

Still looking for something else? Our team has in-depth experience in: 

  • Advertising 

  • Internal Communications 

  • Issues Management & Crisis Communications 

  • Awards Programs 

  • Employer Branding & Positioning 

Our team at Reiss Strategies doesn’t just know real estate, we fully immerse ourselves in industry trends and news to feed our passion for driving client successes. We are invested in achieving your goals. Your success is our fuel and we celebrate every milestone with you.

We put our passion for everything real estate to work for our clients through tailored services designed to solve each of our client’s unique needs.

Our real competitive advantage is our commitment to understanding your business and how we can best leverage our extensive industry knowledge and networks to take your business to the next level.

We promise each of our clients:


A Fresh & Compelling Perspective: We’re not interested in stale content or old methods. We’re a creative team with exceptional storytelling skills and will make sure your message is at the forefront of every conversation.


A Strategic & Integrated Approach: We’re a one stop shop for all your communications and marketing needs. From concept to creation and execution to amplification, we ensure your message is delivered to your target audience.

Experiences Driven by Client Services: We’re in a relationship-driven industry and we believe quality client services is everything. Our clients work with a dedicated team and have access to our leadership at all times.

HOW WE'RE DIFFERENT:

THE
REISS
WAY

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Reiss Strategies has built a collection of true real estate insiders. Robyn has leveraged her history of working with one of the smartest media organizations in the industry to create a leading PR and marketing agency representing the other side of the business.

Jay Neveloff

Partner, Chair of Real Estate, US

HSF Kramer

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Reiss Strategies has served as an invaluable communications partner during a critical time for our growing business. Their ability to secure high-impact media coverage and raise visibility of our brand in the competitive retail brokerage industry is unmatched.

Lee Block

President

RTL

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In the fast-moving world of CRE, it’s critical to have a partner who not only knows the landscape inside and out, but who can help you break through the noise. For Diald AI, Reiss Strategy expertly fills that role. They've helped us navigate the landscape with confidence -- getting us in the right rooms, with the right people, at the right times, and elevating our story through always-on media coverage.

Steven Song

CEO & Founder

Diald AI

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Reiss Strategies has proven to be an invaluable partner, delivering immediate ROI and new connections. Their real estate knowledge, industry network and dedication to client services are truly unmatched.

Jennifer Recine

Trial and Business Disputes Partner

King & Spalding

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At Kasirer, we've built our reputation on being trusted advisors to government leaders—partners who are deeply committed to advancing our city and state's success. The Reiss team has been instrumental in amplifying this mission, helping us articulate our impact and connect with key stakeholders across New York's public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Together, with the support of Reiss, we're not just telling our story—we're actively shaping the future of our communities.

Suri Kasirer

President

Kasirer

Entrepreneurial. Intellectually curious. Team-players. Hungry (and not just for our great office snacks – Chomps, anyone?) We’re a boutique firm focused on relentless collaboration and a dedication to driving exceptional results for our clients. With endless opportunities to learn and grow, we’re always looking for the right people to join our expanding team. 

Open Positions"

  • Future Opportunities. Interested in joining our team of commercial real estate insiders? Submit your resume to recruiting@reissstrategies.com to be considered for future open positions. 

CAREERS

LET'S STRATEGIZE

Need a public relations partner to bring your story to life? Let’s talk.

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