David grew up in Great Neck, NY and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1999. What seemed like a good decision at the time, David joined the family business in the Garment Center after attending F.I.T. for one year. After spending 9 years in the garment center, David realized not only does he not have any sense of women’s fashion, but also that his true love was real estate development. He left the garment center and enrolled at the real estate school at NYU, called the Schack Institute.
School started almost on the day Lehman Brothers declared bankruptcy in 2008 and David proceeded to receive a crash course on what not to do in real estate. In May of 2010, he received a Master’s in Real Estate Development and could not find a job in the terrible economy. Left with no other choice and a baby on the way, David founded Lighthouse Living and started his real estate development career on his own. Today, David lives in Armonk, NY with his wife and two children.
Aaron launched his career in real estate in 2003 when he took a part-time position with a Brooklyn-based real estate firm to earn income toward his college tuition. After graduating from Rutgers Business School in 2004 with a B.S. in Marketing he transitioned to a full-time role as Vice President. Aaron’s interest in development, and project management quickly became his sole focus. Over eight years of successfully completing a variety of retail, commercial and residential developments, he exited the company to pursue a Master’s Degree in Real Estate Development at Columbia University.
Angela wasn’t feeling it in Boston so she applied for, and was accepted into, the New York City Teaching Fellows program. Not wanting to be apart from her, James moved to Brooklyn with Angela and used the move as an opportunity to continue pursuing his passion of construction and development. He found an entry level position with Michilli, Inc., a boutique, high end retail contractor based in Manhattan. There he learned all facets of the construction industry. He spent the next 8 years there working in various capacities as an estimator, project manager, and ultimately, the company Operations Manager. During his tenure there the company quadrupled in growth and became a leading builder of high in retail store construction in NYC and across the country.
After the birth of their first child, Jackson, they reluctantly moved to Fairfield County. But luck would have it that Jackson and David’s daughter, Gianna, attended the same school and would ultimately be responsible for David and James meeting up. While Jackson and Gianna were learning the importance of sharing and finger painting, Angela and Nicole were working on a way to have their husbands meet up and work together. James joined David and Aaron at Lighthouse in 2014 bringing with him his love of construction attention to design and detail. He has managed the development and construction of multiple Lighthouse properties throughout Westchester. When he isn’t searching for the next development site, he is usually looking for an excuse to expand the company’s equipment and tool collection. He continues to follow Angela’s lead for all their important life decisions.
Shortly before the pandemic in 2019, Michelle joined Lighthouse during a period of rapid growth,following a four-year tenure as New York Tri-State Director of Development for Lennar MultifamilyCommunities (now Quarterra). She currently serves asDirector of Development at Lighthouse, whereshe is actively involved across the full lifecycle of the firm’s communities—from acquisition andentitlements through design, construction-to-operations transition, and stabilization. Michelle also playsa leading role in shaping design strategy, overseeing portfolio-wide marketing, and driving revenueoptimization initiatives.
Michelle is deeply committed to responsible development and meaningful community investment. Sheunderstands the importance of working closely with municipalities from both an economic developmentand planning perspective, with experience spanning zoning, land use, and transit-oriented development.Her service on City Council has further provided her with a unique and practical understanding of public-sector priorities and decision-making. Michelle emphasizes the importance of creating apartment homecommunities that contribute positively to the fabric of a city or town—not only economically, but alsoculturally and experientially. Her approach includes fostering partnerships with local small businesses,supporting local employment, and integrating with arts and cultural programming. She has been activelyinvolved with the Urban Land Institute and has served on several downtown Business ImprovementDistrict boards. In 2025, she was appointed to the Board of Directors of ArtsWestchester, a nonprofitorganization dedicated to advancing and investing in the arts in Westchester County through funding,advocacy, and community-based cultural programming.
She has a passion for public art—especially large-scale mural work—and for her niece and nephew,Madelyn and Michael.
David grew up in Great Neck, NY and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1999. What seemed like a good decision at the time, David joined the family business in the Garment Center after attending F.I.T. for one year. After spending 9 years in the garment center, David realized not only does he not have any sense of women’s fashion, but also that his true love was real estate development. He left the garment center and enrolled at the real estate school at NYU, called the Schack Institute.
School started almost on the day Lehman Brothers declared bankruptcy in 2008 and David proceeded to receive a crash course on what not to do in real estate. In May of 2010, he received a Master’s in Real Estate Development and could not find a job in the terrible economy. Left with no other choice and a baby on the way, David founded Lighthouse Living and started his real estate development career on his own. Today, David lives in Armonk, NY with his wife and two children.
Aaron launched his career in real estate in 2003 when he took a part-time position with a Brooklyn-based real estate firm to earn income toward his college tuition. After graduating from Rutgers Business School in 2004 with a B.S. in Marketing he transitioned to a full-time role as Vice President. Aaron’s interest in development, and project management quickly became his sole focus. Over eight years of successfully completing a variety of retail, commercial and residential developments, he exited the company to pursue a Master’s Degree in Real Estate Development at Columbia University.
Angela wasn’t feeling it in Boston so she applied for, and was accepted into, the New York City Teaching Fellows program. Not wanting to be apart from her, James moved to Brooklyn with Angela and used the move as an opportunity to continue pursuing his passion of construction and development. He found an entry level position with Michilli, Inc., a boutique, high end retail contractor based in Manhattan. There he learned all facets of the construction industry. He spent the next 8 years there working in various capacities as an estimator, project manager, and ultimately, the company Operations Manager. During his tenure there the company quadrupled in growth and became a leading builder of high in retail store construction in NYC and across the country.
After the birth of their first child, Jackson, they reluctantly moved to Fairfield County. But luck would have it that Jackson and David’s daughter, Gianna, attended the same school and would ultimately be responsible for David and James meeting up. While Jackson and Gianna were learning the importance of sharing and finger painting, Angela and Nicole were working on a way to have their husbands meet up and work together. James joined David and Aaron at Lighthouse in 2014 bringing with him his love of construction attention to design and detail. He has managed the development and construction of multiple Lighthouse properties throughout Westchester. When he isn’t searching for the next development site, he is usually looking for an excuse to expand the company’s equipment and tool collection. He continues to follow Angela’s lead for all their important life decisions.
Shortly before the pandemic in 2019, Michelle joined Lighthouse during a period of rapid growth,following a four-year tenure as New York Tri-State Director of Development for Lennar MultifamilyCommunities (now Quarterra). She currently serves asDirector of Development at Lighthouse, whereshe is actively involved across the full lifecycle of the firm’s communities—from acquisition andentitlements through design, construction-to-operations transition, and stabilization. Michelle also playsa leading role in shaping design strategy, overseeing portfolio-wide marketing, and driving revenueoptimization initiatives.
Michelle is deeply committed to responsible development and meaningful community investment. Sheunderstands the importance of working closely with municipalities from both an economic developmentand planning perspective, with experience spanning zoning, land use, and transit-oriented development.Her service on City Council has further provided her with a unique and practical understanding of public-sector priorities and decision-making. Michelle emphasizes the importance of creating apartment homecommunities that contribute positively to the fabric of a city or town—not only economically, but alsoculturally and experientially. Her approach includes fostering partnerships with local small businesses,supporting local employment, and integrating with arts and cultural programming. She has been activelyinvolved with the Urban Land Institute and has served on several downtown Business ImprovementDistrict boards. In 2025, she was appointed to the Board of Directors of ArtsWestchester, a nonprofitorganization dedicated to advancing and investing in the arts in Westchester County through funding,advocacy, and community-based cultural programming.
She has a passion for public art—especially large-scale mural work—and for her niece and nephew,Madelyn and Michael.
Allison Lalik serves as the lead Northeast Property Manager for Lighthouse Living’s operational properties portfolio currently held at 200 apartment homes across Westchester and Fairfield Counties. Allison, as her team and residents know her, began her Property Management career at Lighthouse Living in 2016 as a recent graduate from SUNY Oneonta. Allison has an unparalleled work ethic and fiery desire to create the absolute best personal experience for all residents. She is always willing to help those around her and her thoughtful, genuine demeanor has earned her unprecedented accolades from residents across all properties often calling her a ‘Rock Star’
Allison exemplifies her belief that an enjoyable lifestyle experience is all about the details. She is a proud pet Mom to her fur-baby Hawkins.
Yesenia Reyes has proudly served as a Leasing Specialist with Lighthouse Living since 2019. Yesenia brings nearly a decade of Property Management experience to the Lighthouse Living team with a strong focus on current and future resident service. Prior to Lighthouse Living, she served as Property Manager with Sterling Property Solutions handling operations of their portfolio of 52 various communities, multi-family and single-family assets. Her effective, yet friendly communication style ensures that operations flow smoothly both directly with residents as well as behind the scenes with budget oversight.
Her passion for her work, laughter, and her young son Ethan is contagious.
Gabriel Rivas is a property management professional in the New York with a strong customer-facingapproach and a focus on resident experience. He combines operational expertise with strongcommunication and problem-solving skills. Outside of work,Gabriel enjoys sports, outdoor activities,and building meaningful connections.
As a Westchester local, Jaquelyn offers valuable insight into the community and surrounding neighborhoods, helping clients feel confident and informed in their decisions. She is dedicated to making the apartment search experience welcoming, efficient, and tailored to each resident she works with.
Allison Lalik serves as the lead Northeast Property Manager for Lighthouse Living’s operational properties portfolio currently held at 200 apartment homes across Westchester and Fairfield Counties. Allison, as her team and residents know her, began her Property Management career at Lighthouse Living in 2016 as a recent graduate from SUNY Oneonta. Allison has an unparalleled work ethic and fiery desire to create the absolute best personal experience for all residents. She is always willing to help those around her and her thoughtful, genuine demeanor has earned her unprecedented accolades from residents across all properties often calling her a ‘Rock Star’
Allison exemplifies her belief that an enjoyable lifestyle experience is all about the details. She is a proud pet Mom to her fur-baby Hawkins.
Yesenia Reyes has proudly served as a Leasing Specialist with Lighthouse Living since 2019. Yesenia brings nearly a decade of Property Management experience to the Lighthouse Living team with a strong focus on current and future resident service. Prior to Lighthouse Living, she served as Property Manager with Sterling Property Solutions handling operations of their portfolio of 52 various communities, multi-family and single-family assets. Her effective, yet friendly communication style ensures that operations flow smoothly both directly with residents as well as behind the scenes with budget oversight.
Her passion for her work, laughter, and her young son Ethan is contagious.
Gabriel Rivas is a property management professional in the New York with a strong customer-facingapproach and a focus on resident experience. He combines operational expertise with strongcommunication and problem-solving skills. Outside of work,Gabriel enjoys sports, outdoor activities,and building meaningful connections.
As a Westchester local, Jaquelyn offers valuable insight into the community and surrounding neighborhoods, helping clients feel confident and informed in their decisions. She is dedicated to making the apartment search experience welcoming, efficient, and tailored to each resident she works with.
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