Connect Creative, a leading integrated creative services agency exclusively dedicated to the commercial real estate (CRE) sector, today announced the expansion of its team in New York with the appointment of Parke Chapman as Vice President of its Eastern region. Based in New York, Chapman joins Connect Creative with 25 years of extensive experience in communications and reporting, marking a significant milestone in the company's ongoing growth.

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Parke Chapman, Connect Creative, Vice President, Eastern region (Photo: Business Wire)

In his new role as VP, Chapman will collaborate closely with Connect Creative’s existing teams in New York City and the broader East Coast, working to expand the firm's already impressive roster of CRE clients headquartered in the region. His responsibilities will include driving new business development and fostering client relationships to ensure the delivery of top-tier marketing services.

"We are thrilled to welcome Parke to Connect Creative," said Daniel Ceniceros, Chief Executive Officer of Connect Media. "His vast experience and strategic vision will undoubtedly drive continued growth and innovation within Connect Creative, further enhancing our ability to serve the evolving needs of our clients in New York City and across the Eastern region."

Chapman brings a wealth of experience from senior-level communications roles at leading NYC PR firms, including Rubenstein and The Marino Organization, where he spearheaded strategic campaigns for major CRE-focused clients. His deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen, particularly in CRE finance and capital markets, have made him a respected figure in the field. Moreover, his reputation as a trusted resource for influential CRE reporters and editors nationwide adds a valuable dimension to Connect Creative’s capabilities.

"I am delighted to join the Connect Creative team at such a transformative moment for the industry," said Chapman. "This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued success of an industry-leading organization. I eagerly anticipate working with my talented colleagues in New York and beyond to drive sustained growth and foster innovation across this dynamic market."

As the in-house marketing and communications agency of Connect Media—a multi-platform news, events, educational, and creative services firm with offices in Los Angeles and New York—Connect Creative has solidified its market presence over the past decade. Through the pandemic and into an uncertain economy, the agency continues to experience sustained growth, significantly expanding both its marketing services and client base of national and international clients, including major CRE owners, investors, developers, brokers, lenders, appraisers, and attorneys.

With Chapman’s appointment, Connect Creative reaffirms its commitment to delivering exceptional marketing solutions and supporting the evolving needs of its clients. This strategic hire is poised to accelerate the agency’s growth trajectory and enhance its service offerings in the nation’s most competitive CRE market, New York City.

About Connect Media

Connect Media is a multi-platform news, events, educational and creative services company with offices in Los Angeles and New York and team members located across the country and the globe. Founded in 2014, Connect Media has been included on the annual Inc. 5000 list of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America since 2019 and was included on The Financial Times ranking of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies in 2022 and 2023.

Connect Media includes Connect Creative, ConnectCRE.com, Connect Money, Connect Canada, Connect Conferences, and the multifamily listing platform, ApartmentBuildings.com. Connect Creative is an integrated marketing and public relations agency that produces campaigns and materials for a variety of clients across the U.S., including videos, websites, logos, content marketing, social media, and public and media relations programs. For more information about Connect Creative, visit https://www.connectcre.com/creative/.

Dennis Kaiser 310-989-4481 dkaiser@connectcreative.com