Alex Weis

Principal & CEO

Alex Weis is the founder and Principal of Matter Real Estate, which he established in 2017 to create a new model of collaboration among like-minded architects, engineers, builders, and other industry professionals. With 19 years of real estate experience, Alex provides strategic guidance and leadership to Matter’s New York City–based clients, overseeing the planning and execution of complex development projects.

Since founding Matter, Alex has delivered real estate advisory and owner’s representation services to a wide range of clients, including Goodwill, Brennan Real Estate, Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, Academy of the City Charter School, and Seton Education Partners. Alex holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation.

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Chris D'Amato

Chief Operating Officer

Chris D’Amato is the Chief Operating Officer of Matter Real Estate, where he leads the company’s operations and ensures the team has the systems and tools needed to deliver for clients. He is responsible for making sure the team works effectively, with urgency, and delivers high quality projects. His work provides clients faster responses, cost savings, and excellent buildings.

Chris has more than 15 years of leadership experience building practical systems for staffing, budgeting, and day-to-day operations. At Zeta Schools, he directed the expansion of 450,000 square feet of new space and developed the operational frameworks that supported more than 4,000 students. He began his career as a special education teacher, an experience that shaped his problem-solving approach to leadership.

Chris holds a Master of Education from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Arts from Wake Forest University.

Joined September 2025

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Anthony DelGreco

Senior Project Manager

Anthony provides project management, real estate advisory, and owner representation services to clients across the Greater New York City area. Anthony’s work spans project coordination, scheduling, budget management, and transaction analysis from feasibility through closeout. Anthony also supports internal strategy by evaluating potential development opportunities and offering professional insight. From 2016 to 2021, Anthony worked at Plaza Construction, a New York–based construction management firm, where he served as both a project manager and site superintendent on a range of ground-up commercial projects valued between $70 million and $200 million.

Joined May 2022

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Samir Kothari

Samir provides project management, real estate advisory, and owner representation services to our clients. He also contributes to the firm’s strategic goals and business development initiatives. Samir’s track record includes effectively communicating with clients and creating comprehensive reports that help them optimize their real estate portfolios, identify new property opportunities, facilitate lease negotiations, and manage construction projects. Samir supports a diverse clientele, including Amber Charter School, Zeta Charter School, the Connecticut Charter School Association, Cambria Center for the Gifted Child, Goodwill NY/NJ, Seafarers International House, and Manhattan Bible Church. Samir earned his Bachelor’s degree in International Business and Finance from Bryant University and a Master’s degree in Real Estate Development from New York University.

Project Manager

Joined July 2023

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Ryan Daniusis

Project Manager

Ryan provides project management, development, advisory, and owner rep services for educational, residential, and commercial projects in the New York metro area. His scope of work spans the full development lifecycle, from site selection and feasibility analysis to construction management and project close-out. He is responsible for coordination, budget management, and financial analysis, ensuring successful execution and client satisfaction.

Prior to joining Matter, Ryan worked as a Development Analyst at Spandrel Development Partners, managing all aspects of residential and hospitality ground up developments throughout the Southeast. Before that, he worked as an Architectural Designer at Arquitectonica Miami, where he project-managed several high-profile luxury developments with a combined projected sales value of over $1 billion. Ryan holds a Master’s degree in Real Estate Finance from New York University and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Miami.

Joined June 2025

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Anthony Mallozzi

Anthony’s responsibilities include overseeing development workflows and providing strategic real estate guidance to clients. He contributes to design and construction oversight, facilitates communication between clients and project teams, manages budgets and timelines, and regularly participates in site visits and walkthroughs to support successful project delivery.

Anthony’s background spans design, market research, and project management. Notable projects include Voice Charter School, Seafarer’s International House, and the Metropolitan New York Synod. Anthony holds a degree in Residential Environments & Design with a minor in Real Estate Finance from Virginia Tech, equipping him with a strong foundation in both design principles and the financial dynamics of real estate.

Project Associate

Joined September 2024

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Amir Levitsky

Business Development Associate

Amir Levitsky is a Business Development Associate at Matter Real Estate, where he leverages his expertise in business management and marketing to drive growth and strengthen client relationships. With a B.S. in Business Management and Marketing and an MBA from Stony Brook University in New York, Amir brings both strategic insight and analytical rigor to his role.

At Matter, he focuses on identifying growth opportunities, conducting market research, and developing strategic business plans tailored to client needs. Known for his patience, consistency, and client-first approach, he strives to create meaningful value and long-term partnerships.

Before joining Matter, Amir gained valuable experience working with teams across the U.S., where he honed his ability to adapt to diverse business challenges and deliver innovative solutions. Today, he combines that broad perspective with his structured, results-driven mindset to help advance Matter’s mission.

Joined September 2025

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Claire Webber

Claire Webber joined Matter Real Estate in early 2023. Her responsibilities include supporting ongoing Human Resource and Staff Development projects, including employee engagement, professional development, performance optimization, career pathing, and PeopleOps process development.

Today, Claire serves as an HR strategist who partners with small, growth-centric organizations to facilitate the planning, implementation, and oversight of core People Operations, Career and Professional Development, and Employee Engagement functional areas. Throughout her time as a consultant, Claire has directly supported dozens of early to mid-stage startups and thousands of career-seekers, with an ultimate goal of closing the gap between organizational and candidate needs, goals, and alignment to create meaningful impact on both sides of the hiring equation.

Human Resources Specialist