Our People

Richard Martini
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Richard Martini
Chief Operating Officer
Richard Martini is responsible for the oversight of all projects from initial concept through opening and operations. He is a registered architect with expertise in mixed-use projects involving complex design and site issues. He is also well-versed in the budget and coordination challenges that require deep experience and finesse to balance the diverse needs of project participants and stakeholders.
Prior to joining The Fallon Company, Richard served as senior vice president of design and construction for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, where he directed more than $6 billion in development and construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada.
He has received numerous awards over the course of his career, including two international development competitions for Starwood properties. Richard is also a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, the American Institutes of Architects, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Myrna Putziger
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Myrna Putziger
General Counsel
Myrna Putziger is an expert in the full spectrum of real estate development, including zoning and permitting, land acquisition and ground leases, condominium formation, mixed-use development and tideland issues. She joined The Fallon Company in 2007 and serves in a role that leverages her legal expertise across all aspects of the firm.
Prior to joining The Fallon Company, Myrna practiced commercial real estate law for more than 30 years, with a particular focus on development within the City of Boston. She was a practicing attorney with several acclaimed Boston-based firms, including Rubin and Rudman LLP, and provided counsel for an impressive roster of clients, such as The Beacon Companies/Beacon Properties Corporation, Fidelity Properties, Inc., Simon Property Group, and the United State Postal Service.
Myrna serves as a member of the Board of Overseers of Boston-based WGBH, PBS’s single largest producer for television, the web, and mobile. She is also a member of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and the Boston Bar Association.
Joseph F. Fallon
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Joseph F. Fallon
Founder, President and CEO
Joe Fallon established The Fallon Company in 1993 and, as its CEO and president, currently oversees the development and investment operations of the company’s real estate portfolio. Joe’s visionary and collaborative approach is evidenced through decades of work in leading some of Boston’s most coveted development projects.
A thought leader on urban mixed-use environments, Joe brings a wealth of real estate development experience and a history of creative and productive collaborations with corporate and civic partners to each project. The City of Boston and its residents can attest to Joe Fallon’s superb ability to transform real estate opportunities into places of enduring quality and value, an approach applied to The Fallon Company projects throughout the country.
Throughout the years, Joe has received recognition for contributions in business, real estate, and philanthropy. In 2005, he was chosen as one of The Boston Globe’s eight Bostonians of the Year, was featured in the Boston Business Journal‘s People to Watch, and was named Developer of the Year in 2008 by the Boston Redevelopment Authority. Additionally, Irish America Business included him in their 2011 Top 100, and in 2012 Joe was selected by the Real Estate Finance Association (REFA) to receive its annual Robert S. Swain Jr. Distinguished Service Award. In 2015, the Boston Business Journal named him to its Power 50, and in 2013, the publication awarded Joe with its first Visionary Award.
In addition to leading the development of some of the most sought-after residential, hotel, and commercial properties in Boston, Joe has served on numerous nonprofit boards, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, WGBH, and the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital. He is a member of the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties and has served previously on the boards of the Boston Harbor Island Alliance, the New England Aquarium, Save the Harbor/Save the Bay, and A Better City.
Samuel E. Butler
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Samuel E. Butler
Chief Financial Officer
As Chief Financial Officer, Sam Butler is responsible for The Fallon Company’s financial operations, including finance, accounting, tax, budgeting, audit, and cash management. He joined the firm in 2004 and has been instrumental in the financial management of all assets and development projects.
Before joining The Fallon Company, Sam served as the controller for Guild Drilling Company, Inc. and as project accountant for Perini/Kiewit/Cashman.
Michael Fallon
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Michael Fallon
Chief Investment Officer
Michael Fallon is responsible for developing and executing The Fallon Company’s growth strategy through acquisitions of real estate, development, and investment. As CIO, he leads the evaluation and capitalization of the firm’s national real estate portfolio by overseeing both development and asset management activities as well as all risk management efforts.
Previously, Michael served as Senior Vice President of The Fallon Company and as an engineer and a materials expeditor for Turner Construction of Boston, Massachusetts. During his tenure at Turner, he was involved in the scheduling, fabrication, and construction of all major structural components of commercial construction projects.
Michael serves on the Boston Market Council and advisory board of Urban Land Institute, and on committees for the Real Estate Finance Association and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. He is also a board member of the Massachusetts State College Building Authority, the Shawn Thornton Foundation and a trustee of The Fallon Company Charitable Foundation.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in international relations and European business and economics from Boston University, a master’s degree in finance from Bentley University, and a master’s degree in construction management from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
James L. Heighton
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James L. Heighton
Senior Vice President
Jim Heighton brings more than 32 years of construction experience on projects ranging from $200,000 to $250 million. As senior vice president, he leverages his expertise in construction logistics, construction project management, conceptual budgeting, contract management, estimating, scheduling, document control, and bidding/negotiation to manage all aspects of the firm’s development projects.
Jim previously was the vice president/operations manager in New England for MorseDiesel/AMEC, one of the largest construction management firms in the United States. He is professionally affiliated with the National Fire Protection Association and the NFPA Building Fire Safety Systems Section and has received his OSHA 30-Hour Training Certification.
Jon Elliott
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Jon Elliott
Senior Vice President, Construction
With deep industry experience, Jon Elliott is involved in all phases of predevelopment, development, and construction activities for The Fallon Company’s commercial, mixed-use, and residential projects.
Prior to joining The Fallon Company, Jon worked for more than 17 years with Turner Construction, one of the largest construction management firms in the U.S., leading over $1.5 billion of the firm’s work in the Boston area.
Jon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in architectural engineering from the University of Colorado. He is also a LEED-accredited professional and has received his OSHA 30-Hour Training Certification.
Vincent Michalesko
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Vincent Michalesko
Vice President, Charlotte
Vincent Michalesko oversees the design, permitting, scheduling, and construction of development projects in the Southeast. Additionally, Vincent is instrumental in business development and strategic planning in the region.
Prior to joining The Fallon Company, Vincent served as Southeast Region Manager for Archer Western Construction. Vincent oversaw the development of numerous large-scale projects, including the 840,000-square-foot Missile Defense Agency in Huntsville, Alabama, the 440,000-square-foot ATF headquarters building in Washington, D.C, and the Millennium Park performance pavilion in Chicago. He has extensive experience creating development schedules and key subcontractor alliances, and leading teams across a variety of projects throughout the Northeast and Southeast.
Benjamin Farrer
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Benjamin Farrer
Vice President
Ben Farrer conducts research and analysis to support key decisions in the growth and management of The Fallon Company’s existing portfolio and future developments. He manages, creates, and reviews due diligence and third-party reports in connection with asset acquisitions and prepares valuations and information needed for strategic planning, fiscal planning, and risk management.
Additionally, Ben assesses benchmark economic activity, real estate transactions, and operating fundamentals in major U.S. markets to analyze the feasibility of proposed development projects. He is responsible for developing pro forma and discounted cash flow models for commercial, hospitality, multifamily, and mixed-use assets in various stages of operation.
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from Providence College as well as a master’s degree in finance from Bentley University.
Daniel Guadagnoli
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Daniel Guadagnoli
Vice President
Dan Guadagnoli is responsible for conducting strategic analysis and sourcing potential deals for The Fallon Company across a variety of U.S. markets. He works closely with local resources to identify potential development opportunities and build relationships with market participants.
Dan is also responsible for assessing economic and industry trends, making recommendations as they relate to strategic planning and risk management. He provides support in the firm’s business development, underwriting, and due diligence processes.
Prior to joining The Fallon Company, Dan served in the management consulting division of PwC with a focus on merger and acquisition strategy, supporting clients undergoing large-scale M&A activity.
He holds both a Bachelor of Science degree in economics-finance and a master’s degree in finance from Bentley University.
Andrew M. To
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Andrew M. To
Project Manager
As project manager for The Fallon Company’s Fan Pier development, Andrew To oversees all aspects of the design process for the project. Over the course of his career, he has worked with acclaimed architecture and design firms around the country, including Tsoi Kobus & Associates, Perkins and Will of Boston, Massachusetts and Rowe Design Group, Inc. of Arlington, Massachusetts.
Andrew is also a published author and has taught at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and the Boston Architectural College. He is active in education and fundraising for scholarship funds for architectural students in need.
He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Architecture from the Rhode Island School of Design. He is a registered architect in both Massachusetts and Illinois.
Mary Griffin Benoit
Residential Team
Mary Griffin Benoit
Director of Sales and Marketing
Mary Benoit’s in-depth knowledge and experience in the sales and marketing of new-construction luxury residential projects bring insight and value to her position as director of sales and marketing. With more than 25 years of experience in the field, her skill set includes target market competitive analysis, new product development and unit mix analysis, project budgeting and pricing pro forma analysis, targeted brand and launch strategy implementation, sales office development, sales, and sales management.
Mary has developed a strong reputation for driving the successful sellouts of high-rise luxury buildings with sales revenues in the hundreds of millions of dollars prior to construction completion. Contact her at mbenoit@fanpierboston.com
Cathy Angelini
Residential Team
Cathy Angelini
Sales Director
Cathy Angelini is responsible for the sales activity at both the Twenty Two Liberty and 50 Liberty condominium towers at Fan Pier. For more than 30 years, Cathy has held her Massachusetts real estate brokers and marketing license and has represented developers in the sales of numerous large-scale luxury residential developments in Boston and surrounding neighborhoods. She graduated from the College of the Holy Cross and remains active in alumni relations. Contact her at cangelinit@fanpierboston.com
Julie A. Corsetti
Residential Team
Julie A. Corsetti
Project Paralegal Administrator
Julie Corsetti handles all legal contract administration relating to the luxury condominium buildings Twenty Two Liberty and 50 Liberty at Fan Pier. Her experience in residential conveyance transactions is in depth and runs the gamut from conducting conventional title examinations, preparing HUD settlement statements and various closing documents, to assisting in and conducting closings. Her daily interactions bring her into communication with various banks and loan officers, buyers, attorneys, title companies, and other legal management personnel.
Prior to joining The Fallon Company, Julie worked both as a senior paralegal administrator and as an independent closing agent for a number of firms and title companies in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Her real estate experience spans more than 25 years and is focused on closing commercial and residential real estate transactions.
Julie received her formal paralegal certification from Bentley College.