NAI James E. Hanson’s Ayush Patel Earns Tri-State Real Estate Licensure

Aug 20, 2026

Teterboro, N.J. – NAI James E. Hanson, the largest New Jersey-based full-service independent commercial real estate firm, announces that Associate Ayush Patel, MSRE, is now a licensed real estate salesperson in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Patel is the only associate at the firm currently licensed across all three states, positioning him to better serve clients with holdings throughout the Tri-State area and manage transactions across state lines.

Patel specializes in retail shopping centers, retail pad sites, mixed-use sites, and highest-and-best-use redevelopments. He joined NAI James E. Hanson in 2024 and works on a team with Vice President Jonathan Kristofich, bringing a strong background in rent roll analysis, CAM reconciliations, and closing proration, along with an Argus Enterprise Certification from the Altus Group.

“Officially having my New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania licenses allows me to advise my clients wherever their business takes them,” Patel said. “As more owners and investors expand across the region, I wanted to ensure I can work with them on the full scope of their real estate strategy, from stabilized assets to redevelopment opportunities, regardless of geographic location. I am excited to leverage my credentials, skills, and market knowledge to continue helping my clients to reach their respective goals.”

William C. Hanson, SIOR, President of NAI James E. Hanson, added, “We’re proud to see Ayush reach this milestone so early in his career. His drive, determination, and commitment to his clients’ success truly set him apart, and I look forward to seeing him continue to grow and excel in this industry.”

Patel earned his M.S. in Real Estate from the NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate, where he served on the SPS Dean’s Advisory Council, and holds a B.S. in Real Estate Finance from Rutgers Business School. He is active in the Urban Land Institute, serving on the Young Leaders Group (YLG) Committee in New York City and the Sponsorship Committee for ULI Northern New Jersey, and is also a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

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