KEY STAFF
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Samantha Magistro, Chief Executive Officer, began her professional career at Bronx Pro in 2000. After four years of working on tax credit compliance, Samantha joined the company full-time to work on the University Macombs Apartments project as an Assistant Project Manager. While pursuing post-graduate studies at Columbia, Samantha remained active in her field, interning at the Manhattan's Borough President's Office and holding a part-time position as a Project Manager at Enterprise Community Partners. Upon completion of her graduate degree, Samantha returned to Bronx Pro full-time in August 2008 to lead real estate development. She is an active board member of the Supportive Housing Network of New York, the DreamYard Project, Citizen’s Housing and Planning Council, and the Foundation for Bronx Community College. Samantha holds a Bachelor of Arts from Barnard College and a Master of Science in Urban Planning from Columbia University.
Morgan Magistro, Chief Operating Officer, began her professional career with Bronx Pro in 2004 and joined the company full-time as a Financial Analyst in 2006. By 2009, Morgan was given direct control of the financial operations of Bronx Pro’s property management and development. During her time at Bronx Pro, Morgan successfully restructured the company’s financial systems by implementing profit-seeking budgets and forecasting systems to identify key financial control points and strategies for Bronx Pro’s asset management. Morgan holds a Bachelor of Arts from New York University and Master of Business Administration from Fordham University.
Dawn S. Davis, Executive Vice President, joined Bronx Pro in 2004 to work on the University Macombs Apartments project. Prior to joining the firm, she enjoyed a 10-year career as a Vice President in community development real estate finance at Citibank (formerly European American Bank) and JP Morgan Chase. While in banking, Dawn underwrote and closed construction and permanent financing for real estate transactions valued in excess of $250 million, resulting in the creation of 1,700 housing units and 119,000 SF of commercial space in New York City and Long Island. Prior to banking, Dawn worked in city government as a Senior Project Manager with the NYC Economic Development Corporation implementing the city’s Neighborhood Retail Development Program and as a Development Manager with the Department of Small Business Services in the Commercial Revitalization Grant Program. Dawn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Columbia College, Columbia University and a Master of Urban Planning from New York University. In 2010 Dawn concluded a six-year term as a mayoral appointee to the NYC Water Board.
Justin Stein, Executive Vice President, joined Bronx Pro in 2014. Justin has over 14 years of real estate development, construction and real estate finance experience. He worked as a Project Manager for a contractor and real estate developer, completing multifamily rental, condominium, mixed use and commercial developments throughout the tri-state area. He then joined Enterprise Community Investment where he was a Tax Credit Equity Underwriter, responsible for the underwriting and closing of the new construction and preservation of 1,360 units that had total project costs of over $443 million and equity investments of over $200 million. At Bronx Pro, he is responsible for the development and construction of new projects. Justin has a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Bentley College.
Eddy Antar, Senior Vice President, joined Bronx Pro in 2012. Eddy has over 12 years of real estate investment, finance, leasing and due diligence experience. Prior to Bronx Pro, he spent the last 9 years as the Vice President of Acquisitions of a private firm with a 600,000 square foot retail and office portfolio in both Texas and New York. He handled every aspect of the acquisitions process from initial sourcing, underwriting, due diligence, seller and lender negotiations, to closing. In 2009, his scope increased to include retail leasing and property management and was able to maintain a portfolio-wide 95% occupancy rate in 2010 and increase property management revenues by 30% that same year. At Bronx Pro, he is responsible for the financial operations of the firm’s real estate portfolio and related entities. Eddy has a Bachelor of Science from Baruch College in Real Estate and Metropolitan Development. In 2010, he co-founded Baruch’s Real Estate Alumni organization.
Alexandra Gazivoda, Senior Vice President of Property Management, joined Bronx Pro in 2006 as a member of the development team. In 2013, Alexandra moved into property management where she currently oversees the operations of over 2500 units across Bronx Pro’s portfolio. In addition to development and property management, Alexandra has experience in underwriting, compliance, and marketing. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Fordham University’s College of Business Administration where she double majored in Finance and Management. Alexandra volunteers with the Albanian Catholic Church, Our Lady of Shkodra, teaching catechism to 3rd and 4th grade students.
Blue Calvo, Senior Vice President, began his professional career at Bronx Pro in 1991. With 30 years of experience in the multifamily real estate industry, Blue currently oversees the firm’s construction and operations management across Bronx Pro’s portfolio of more than 2500 units. During his 30-year tenure, Blue had also launched and managed his own construction company for a decade. Having worked in the Bronx his entire life, Blue is driven by Bronx Pro’s mission for community renewal and an elevated tenant experience. He is an active member of the Free & Accepted Masons, and a motorcycle enthusiast who currently serves as the North East Regional Commander of a motorcycle club spanning 18 chapters.
DIRECTORS
Laura Calvo, Director of Residential Services, joined Bronx Pro in 1998, and oversees resident outreach and relocation for the firm’s entire portfolio. Laura’s team plays a central role in ensuring resident wellbeing, satisfaction, and retention. Originally from the Bronx, Laura is able to lead a team that engages residents through a community-centered lens. Prior to Bronx Pro, Laura worked in higher education as an academic advisor at Hostos Community College where she played a salient role in transitioning college applications to a digital platform. Laura earned an associate’s degree from Hostos Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in English, from Hunter College.
Julie Woinsky, Compliance Advisor, joined Bronx Pro in 2006. Julie is responsible for regulatory and Low Income Housing Tax Credit compliance for the Bronx Pro portfolio. Julie initially served as Bronx Pro’s Director of Resident Services, where she was responsible for implementing a team within Bronx Pro to address supportive services and tenant needs. Julie has over 25 years of experience in the affordable housing industry. Prior to joining Bronx Pro, Julie worked as an Associate Director in Standard & Poor’s Tax-Exempt Housing and Municipal Structured Finance Group. Julie also enjoyed a 14-year career at the New York City Housing Authority, where she was responsible for the planning and implementation of innovative homeownership and rental affordable housing programs. Julie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Rutgers University and a Master of Public Administration from New York University.
Jennifer Anné, Director of Risk Compliance, joined Bronx Pro in March of 2006. Prior to joining the organization, Jennifer led teams in customer service, project management, operations, and executive administration. She has nearly 35 years of experience in corporate management, legal, insurance, and human resources development. Jennifer is currently responsible for Risk Management and Human Resources. Previously, she has also led the Quality Control and Resident Services teams. Active in community affairs, Jennifer has served on boards supporting women business owners and community development. Jennifer holds a certificate in Human Resources Management from Cornell University’s School of Industrial Relations.