Adam Lichtenstein
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Choice New York
Adam Lichtenstein is an accomplished real estate professional with experience in property management, asset management, finance, operations, and acquisitions. Adam is very active in the real estate investment and management industry and is respected for his ability to identify and capitalize upon relationships.
Currently at Choice NY Management, Adam is a Principal directly involved in all aspects of the operations of the business. From managing properties, overseeing staff, recruiting new staff, pursuing investments, implementing new technology and new efficiencies, and procuring business development opportunities.
Earlier in his career, Adam worked for 9 years at publicly traded REIT, Empire State Realty Trust (ESRT; formerly known as Malkin Properties). While at ESRT, Adam was responsible for managing and maintaining a commercial portfolio of over 1M SF of prime retail space in Manhattan and Connecticut. He dealt directly with tenants and landlord through underwriting, leasing, construction and project management, site surveys, project scheduling, and contract negotiations. Adam’s involvement included strategic capital planning for ESRT, including mezzanine debt/preferred equity financing, budgeting, workouts/restructures, partner buy-out agreements, and loan purchases.
Additionally, Adam owns several multi-family and mixed-use properties throughout the metropolitan New York City area. These investments have generated substantial returns to his investors.
Adam graduated from the University of Michigan. He is a Co-Founder of Voices Against Brain Cancer, and an Executive Board Member of Head For The Cure, both non-profit 501C3 organizations funding brain cancer research and support programs.
He resides in New York City with his wife and two daughters.
Drew Donovan, CPA
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Choice New York
Drew Donovan, CPA, brings an accountant’s discipline and a property manager’s practical perspective to his leadership role at Choice NY Management. His approach starts with understanding each building’s finances, physical condition, and priorities, then giving the people responsible for it the direction and support to manage it well.
Drew joined Choice in 2016 as Corporate Controller and later served as Principal, Senior Asset and Property Manager, and Chief Operating Officer. His work has centered on building the team, systems, processes, and accountability needed to support the company’s incredible growth while maintaining close involvement with clients, their properties, and the team supporting them.
Drew works directly with boards, owners, and sponsors on operating budgets, reserve planning, capital improvements, and regulatory compliance. He believes effective management requires both financial discipline and attention to the everyday details of a building, from staffing and maintenance to communication and follow-through. For new developments, his work often begins years before the first closing, helping sponsors develop offering plan budgets and operating projections grounded in how the property will actually function.
Developing the team is central to Drew’s approach. Through Choice University, the firm’s internal training program, he helps staff build practical knowledge across financial reporting, building systems, compliance, and client service. The goal is to develop colleagues who ask informed questions, recognize problems early, and take ownership of their buildings.
Before joining Choice, Drew was Senior Finance Manager at Intelli-Tec Security Services in Syosset, NY. He began his career in public accounting at Testone, Marshall & Discenza CPAs in Syracuse, NY.
Drew serves as President of the Real Estate Service Alliance (RESA), teaches continuing education courses for real estate professionals at NYU, and is a Key Executive member of YPO. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a licensed New York real estate broker, and he studied at Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management.
Outside of work, Drew enjoys running, specialty coffee, and spending time with his wife, Danielle, and their two young sons, Noah and Luka.
Damien Stein, Esq.
Chief Strategy Officer &
General Counsel
Choice New York
Mr. Stein joined Choice at the start of 2018 to continue his responsibilities to his existing client base and deliver luxury management and advisory services while leveraging the economies of scale and technology offered by Choice.
Prior to merging with Choice, from 2012 through March 2018, Mr. Stein founded and ran a full-service property management firm operating as the NY office of KW Property Management & Consulting where he also served as an Executive Director.
Mr. Stein developed technical skills as well as analytical skills relating to real estate, structured finance and portfolio management. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from New York University majoring in Finance and Marketing and a Juris Doctorate degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.
Thomas Sussewell
President
Goldin Choice Management
Thomas Sussewell joined Goldin Management in 1995 as a Property Manager. Since June 2009, Mr. Sussewell has been COO at the firm. Mr. Sussewell possesses expertise in real estate management, business operations, commercial mortgage brokerage, project management, and customer service. Mr. Sussewell obtained his BS degree at NYU, Stern where he double majored in Finance and International Business. Mr. Sussewell obtained his MBA at Baruch where he concentrated in Accounting. Mr. Sussewell is also licensed as an Associate Broker. In 2017, Mr. Sussewell was the project manager and loan broker for a team which won the Lucy G. Moses Award, an award given by the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the most outstanding restorations of important historical buildings.
Kristina Koci
Senior VP, Corporate Controller
Choice New York
Kristina Koci joined Choice NY Property Management in 2017 and has built a successful career through progressive leadership roles within the organization. Prior to her current position, she served as Director of Payroll, overseeing payroll operations and supporting the company’s financial and operational needs.
In May 2026, Kristina was promoted to Senior VP, Corporate Controller, where she provides financial leadership and oversight across the organization. In her role, she is responsible for corporate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and supporting executive management with key financial insights and strategic decision-making.
With nearly a decade of experience within the company, Kristina brings a strong understanding of its operations, financial structure, and business objectives. Her hands-on approach, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy allow her to effectively connect financial strategy with day-to-day operations.
Outside of work, Kristina enjoys being a proud mom to her two children, Sebastian and Chiara, and spending quality time with her family. She also has a passion for traveling and exploring new places, and creating memorable experiences with the people she loves.
Robyn Telepun
Director, Human Resources
Choice New York
For more than 20 years, Robyn has been a key Human Resource professional assisting the leaders of organizations navigate through HR as it relates to compliance, compensation, training, engagement, strategy and much more. Her extensive experience includes legal compliance, employee relations, conflict resolution, training, benefits administration, payroll, recruiting and business operations. Robyn recognizes that the most important company asset is its people, and she strives to encourage that everyone reach their full potential with positive reinforcement.
Kevin Kurland
President &
Licensed Real Estate Broker
Home by Choice
In partnership with the principals of Choice New York Companies, Kevin Kurland co-founded Home by Choice to capitalize on the respective relationships and areas of expertise asserted by each firm.
As President, Kurland guides the vision of Home by securing exclusive brokerage opportunities, attracting the most talented agents in the industry, developing immersive marketing campaigns, and fostering strategic alliances.
Having successfully built, operated, and exited two NYC real estate brokerages over the past 26 years, Kurland is a seasoned and highly respected real estate entrepreneur and industry leader. He has been a featured speaker on numerous real estate panels, and quoted in several publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The Real Deal, and Crain’s New York Business.
Shaun Lue
Senior VP of Accounting &
Portfolio Controller
choice New York
Shaun Lue joined Choice New York Management in 2016 as Portfolio Controller and currently serves as Senior Vice President of Accounting. He is primarily responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, including financial reporting across the real estate portfolio. Through the leadership of the accounting department, he ensures the enforcement of best practices, internal policies and procedures that promote financial transparency, data integrity, regulatory compliance and care.
Mr. Lue has a B.A in Accounting and Economics. Prior to joining Choice New York Management, he spent five years in public accounting with one of the top 10 national accounting firms. He then held various management roles over an eight-year tenure within the accounting department at The Related Companies, where he gained extensive experience in real estate accounting and departmental oversight. Mr. Lue also spent several years in construction and development, where he gained valuable insight into building operations while serving in key accounting and finance roles. This experience broadened his understanding of the full real estate lifecycle, from development through operations, further enhancing his strategic financial reporting oversight capabilities.
Nicole Hermann
Senior VP, Director of Lease Management
Choice New York
Nicole Hermann joined Choice New York Management in 2022 as a Leasing Manager and now serves as Director of Leasing and Senior VP of Compliance. With more than 12 years of experience in New York’s residential real estate market she has substantial expertise in rent stabilization, and fair market leasing.
She has worked across diverse residential portfolios throughout New York building a strong understanding of the local market and evolving housing requirements. She partners closely with
landlords, legal teams, and brokers, to support occupancy goals while maintaining consistent
compliance standards.
Detail-oriented, organized, and hands-on in her approach, she is committed to operational excellence and fostering strong, collaborative relationships.
Before joining Choice New York Management, she worked at several real estate firms in New York, where she gained valuable industry experience. She earned her degree from University of Delaware.
Dawn Dickstein, CPA
Senior Account Executive
Choice New York
Dawn has been in the property management business for almost 25 years including 10 years as a principal in her own firm. Originally from San Diego, Dawn has a BS in Accounting from USC.
Following a 6 year accounting career, Dawn moved to New York and earned her MBA in Finance at Columbia University. Upon graduation, Dawn took a position at American Express. It is during this time that she became an involved board member (President and Treasurer). She ultimately parlayed this experience into a career in property management.
Dawn is a CPA and a licensed real estate salesperson. She brings strong accounting and finance skills to Choice and the buildings she manages. She is particularly interested in staff development that contributes to high performing, happy, loyal and tenured employees.