Michael Monahan named 2025 American Heart Association Heart of New York City Chair
NEW YORK, NY, March 20, 2025 — For more than 100 years, the American Heart Association has committed to advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere. Through the Heart of New York City campaign, Michael Monahan, Vice Chairman, CBRE, will lead community-wide efforts to help ensure every individual in New York City has the opportunity for a full, healthy life. The Heart of NYC campaign celebrates hope and progress made through the dedication and passion of all who support the American Heart Association’s efforts to make an impact on the health of the community. These efforts include the relentless pursuit of scientific discovery, public policy change, equitable health for the under resourced and underrepresented, and education to equip the community to take control of their health
“Michael Monahan’s passion and commitment to the American Heart Association’s mission, understanding of community needs, and drive to make a difference makes him the natural choice to chair this event,” said Brian Kingston, CEO of Brookfield’s Real Estate business and Chair of the American Heart Association New York City board of directors. “We welcome Michael to the Heart of New York City initiative that centers around better health for every individual by focusing on critical issues to improve and save lives.”
Mr. Monahan began his distinguished career at Cushman & Wakefield and went on to co-head the brokerage/leasing division for Jones, Lang, Wootton (now JLL), he has been with CBRE since 1999.
“I am honored to serve as Chair of the 2025 Heart of New York City campaign,” said Mr. Monahan. “I am eager to work with our outstanding team of volunteers and the American Heart Association to drive change by removing barriers to health, investing in groundbreaking research, delivering impactful health education and advocating for healthy policies. It takes a village to make a lasting impact, and we must do whatever it takes to create a better tomorrow for all people in our City.”
The 2025 Heart of New York City is sponsored by CBRE, Simone Development Companies, and Unitex.
The campaign culminates in the annual Heart of New York City Gala which highlights the Association’s year-round efforts to break down barriers to health in New York City. Throughout the evening, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health, will honor volunteers and patrons, feature stories of survivors, and entertain guests with dinner, dancing and an exciting auction.
The Heart of New York City Gala will be held on Thursday, June 10, 6:30pm at Pier 60 Chelsea Piers (160 Chelsea Piers).
For more information on how to support or attend the Heart of New York City Gala, visit www.heart.org/heartofnewyorkcity or contact Sydney Hoffman at sydney.hoffman@heart.org.