Elie Hirschfeld on The Stoler Report

Elie Hirschfeld's recent appearance on The Stoler Report coincides with his upcoming NYU symposium. The real estate mogul is continuing to influence the landscape of New York with investments as well as philanthropy.

Iconic development projects in his portfolio include The Crowne Plaza, The Manhattan Mall, The Exchange Tower, and the historic Hotel Pennsylvania.

Elie Hirschfeld is renowned for his charitable donations, and has long been a patron of children's causes, healthcare, and the arts. He serves on the boards of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Central Park Conservancy, The Rockefeller University Council, and many other esteemed organizations.


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