About Karen H Shaw, MBA

In Karen Shaws 25-plus year career in real estate, economic development and finance, she has gained an unrivaled knowledge of the City and keen understanding of market trends. Through major real estate and economic development efforts working at City Hall and as CEO of the Union Square Partnership BID, she was instrumental in revitalizing neighborhoods and helping to improve the Citys economic life. Applying her seasoned business expertise now to residential real estate, Karen draws on her superior negotiating skills to get deals done. A strong varied skill set, integrity and perseverance are cornerstones of her success. Combined with her market knowledge, she achieves optimal results for her clients whether they are buying, selling, or investing. With her passion for NYC real estate, in-depth knowledge of the City and business background, she is a trusted advisor and valuable resource for her clients real estate needs. Simply put, Karen is a person you want working on your behalf. Unique experience, marketing savvy, strong client focus and business acumen set her apart. Karen brings an exceptional level of professionalism to each transaction, offering straight-forward and intelligent advice, skills gained through her business experience. She was a banker before her successful tenure in City government and the non-profit arena. High-profile positions at NYCEDC, as senior advisor at City Hall, and CEO of the Union Square Partnership allowed her to make a lasting impact on the City. As mayoral advisor she worked on real estate projects including MoMA and Lincoln Center expansions, Brooklyn Bridge Park and the High-Line. As CEO of the Partnership, working with developers, restaurateur Danny Meyer and businesses, she helped revitalize Union Square, now a hot spot for retail, restaurants and nightlife. Her work was a catalyst for the enormous growth now seen in the Flatiron, NoMad and Meatpacking areas. A NYC native, she has a B.A. from Stony Brook Univ., a Masters of Urban Planning from Hunter, and an MBA from NYUs Stern School of Business. Karen is on the Board of the Assn. of Real Estate Women, active with Hampton Library and her sons schools, St. Bernard's, Packer Collegiate and George Washington Univ. She is an advisor at GWU Center for Real Estate Urban Analysis and mentors new professionals. Karen enjoys being with her family, playing tennis, skiing, enjoying her weekend home in Bridgehampton and doting on her beautiful rescue dog Indiana.