In addition to the significant financial investment in Bridgeport, CT, Forstone Capital is actively engaged in several business and civic organizations, such as the Downtown Special Services District and NAIOP, and has been recognized as a major influence in the downtown Bridgeport revitalizations efforts with numerous awards during the last few years. By taking an active role in the industry’s leading trade associations, we remain connected to a community of today’s most knowledgeable, experienced, and successful commercial real estate specialists. This not only ensures that we are continually enhancing our knowledge and refining our skills, but also that we remain on the forefront of breaking news, trends and other developments in this ever-changing industry. Additionally, via these networking opportunities, we are able to promote the implementation of public policy that effectively protects and enhances property values.
Awards:
Fairfield County Lease of the Year – Fletcher Thompson at Mechanics & Farmers – NAIOP 2012
Bridgeport Regional Business Council - 2011 Regional Impact Award for Economic Development
Connecticut Main Street - 2010 Award of Excellence to Main State Ventures - Building Rehabilitation for the Casey Family Services building in Bridgeport, CT
Commercial Real Estate Development Association – NAIOP 2009 Developing Leader Award
City of Bridgeport - 2009 Business in Bloom Award
Community Outreach, Sponsorships & Involvement:
Bridgeport Police Athletic League
The Bridgeport Child Advocacy Center
Downtown Thursdays at McLevy
Harbor Yard Sports & Entertainment / “Bridgeport Sound Tigers”
The Ballpark at Harbor Yard / “Bridgeport Bluefish”