Simone Development Companies and Fareri Associates Announce The Iron Tomato Opens New Location at Purchase Professional Park

Purchase Professional Park

PURCHASE, NY (November 2025) — Simone Development Companies and Fareri Associates announced that The Iron Tomato, one of Westchester’s most renowned gourmet markets, has opened a new location at 3000 Westchester Avenue at Purchase Professional Park.

For many years, The Iron Tomato has earned an outstanding reputation as one of Westchester’s best gourmet markets, specializing in catering. Founded by brothers Stephen and Michael Berg, The Iron Tomato has eight locations in total across White Plains, New Rochelle, Tarrytown, Elmsford, West Harrison, and now Purchase.

“At The Iron Tomato, we take pride in bringing the same passion for quality and flavor that built our reputation to our new Purchase Park Café,” said owners Stephen and Michael Berg. “Our mission is simple — serve fresh, high-quality food with warm, attentive service in a welcoming space where guests can enjoy a great meal, a great coffee, and a great experience every time.”

“We are delighted to welcome The Iron Tomato, one of the area’s most beloved cafes, to our bustling community at Purchase Professional Park. This is an extraordinary amenity for our tenants and visitors, serving breakfast and lunch as well as providing catering,” said Joanna Simone, Principal & President of Leasing and Property Management Operations for Simone Development Companies.

In addition to the new Iron Tomato café, Purchase Professional Park’s amenities include an on-site fitness center, 24/7 building access with state-of-the-art camera security, a landscaped courtyard with seating areas, on-site owner management and abundant complimentary parking.

Located on Westchester Avenue in the heart of Westchester’s “Medical Mile” along I-287, Purchase Professional Park combines Class A medical and office space, exceptional amenities, and one of the most convenient commercial locations in the region. The campus is located directly off I-287, the Hutchinson River Parkway and I-684, and is 10 minutes from Westchester County Airport.

The beautifully landscaped campus features four modern buildings totaling 220,000 square feet: 3000, 3010, 3020 and 3030 Westchester Avenue. 3030 Westchester Avenue is an 85,000 square-foot medical building that is fully leased to Westmed Medical Group/Summit Health, a large multi-specialty group medical practice.

Only three spaces remain available at the campus: 3000 Westchester Avenue (3,149 SF), 3010 Westchester Avenue (4,511 SF) and 3020 Westchester Avenue (3,587 SF).

ABOUT SIMONE DEVELOPMENT COMPANIES
Simone Development Companies is a full-service real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition and development of healthcare, mixed-use, office, industrial, retail and residential properties. Headquartered at the Hutchinson Metro Center, it boasts a portfolio of over 7 million square feet throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Orange and Fairfield Counties and New Jersey. With expertise spanning acquisition, development, construction, finance, asset management, accounting, leasing and property management, Simone Development Companies is set apart by its vertically integrated management team, long-term asset ownership and its pursuit of visionary development.

ABOUT FARERI ASSOCIATES
Fareri Associates, LP, of Greenwich, is a family owned and operated real estate investment and construction company focusing on development and re-development of office, retail, mixed-use and residential properties primarily in Fairfield County, Connecticut and Westchester County.

2025-11-21T10:56:28-05:00November 18, 2025|

March of Dimes Westchester/Fairfield Real Estate Awards Breakfast Honors Susan Fox and Mark Stagg

L-R Joseph Simone, Simone Development Companies; Annette Trotta-Flynn, March of Dimes; Susan Fox, White Plains Hospital; Patricia Valenti, Newmark, Mark Stagg, Stagg Group; Tara Rosenblum, News 12 Network

March of Dimes Westchester/Fairfield Real Estate Awards Breakfast Honors Susan Fox and Mark Stagg

Event Breaks Fundraising Record

(Westchester, NY) November 14, 2025 – March of Dimes NY/NJ Market, the leading organization fighting for the health of all moms and babies, honored Susan Fox, President & CEO of White Plains Hospital and Regional Senior Vice President for the Hudson Valley, Montefiore Einstein, received the Martin S. Berger Lifetime Achievement Award which was presented by Joseph Simone, President of Simone Development Companies who is a past recipient of the award.

Mark Stagg, Founder & President of Stagg Group, received the prestigious March of Dimes Real Estate Award. The award was presented by Adolfo Carrion Jr., Deputy Mayor of New York City for Housing and Economic Development and Workforce. The 2025 Westchester/Fairfield Real Estate Awards Breakfast was held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase, NY.

The event brought together leaders from the real estate and construction industries to celebrate those making an incredible impact on their communities while supporting the mission of March of Dimes – fighting for the health of all moms and babies. The 38th annual breakfast drew nearly 500 attendees and raised over $1.3 million, a new record, to support March of Dimes research, programs, and advocacy that improve maternal and infant health outcomes.

Susan Fox has been recognized as one of Westchester County’s most influential executives and a visionary leader in healthcare transformation. Over the past decade, she has led White Plains Hospital through a period of extraordinary growth, forging strategic partnerships, recruiting top clinical talent, and expanding access to care across the Hudson Valley. Under her leadership, the hospital has become a tertiary care hub for Montefiore Health System and a regional leader in advanced healthcare delivery.

“It is an honor to be recognized by the March of Dimes. For more than 25 years, the March of Dimes and White Plains Hospital have partnered to advance maternal and infant health, and we are so grateful for their research and support which continues to help make the lifesaving work in our NICU possible,” said Fox. “I would also like to congratulate Mark Stagg on receiving the Real Estate Award, and thank him for his tireless work within our community.”

Mark Stagg has been creating homes for nearly 30 years. Through his leadership of the Stagg Group, he has built more than 5,000 market rate and affordable housing units, with more than 3,000 additional units in the pipeline. His projects, including The Riverdale Tower in the Bronx, West View Apartments in New Rochelle, and Whitlock Point in the Bronx, reflect his unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, affordable housing for working families. His philanthropy extends beyond his business, supporting community causes such as Thanksgiving food drives, Camp Bronx, and the continued expansion of White Plains Hospital.

“On behalf of Stagg Group and my family, we are humbled to be recognized for our work in the real estate community and for our support of the March of Dimes,” said Stagg. “We also want to congratulate Susan Fox and thank all of the sponsors for their support of the important work that the March of Dimes does to improve health conditions for all mothers and infant children.”

The Westchester/Fairfield Real Estate Awards Breakfast was emceed by News 12 Network’s Emmy Award-winning Anchor/Host/Reporter Tara Rosenblum and co-chaired by Patricia Valenti, Executive Managing Director for Newmark, and Don
Bucci, Managing Director for JLL. “It is my honor and privilege to serve as co-chair of the March of Dimes Westchester/Fairfield Real Estate Awards Breakfast and to
have the opportunity to support the important mission of ensuring babies have the best possible start,” said Valenti.

This year’s event sponsors include the Kylie and Louis R. Cappelli Foundation, Stagg Group and White Plains Hospital, along with many other corporate and community supporters.

About March of Dimes
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every baby can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, we empower every mom and every family. Visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org for more information. Visit shareyourstory.org for comfort and support. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter.

2025-11-21T10:52:15-05:00November 14, 2025|

Simone Development Companies, Montefiore Einstein Hospital, and Yondr Honored by the Center for Educational Innovation

Executives Recognized for Work Advancing the Student Experience

NEW YORK , NY (September 18, 2025)Simone Development Companies, a full-service real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition and development of healthcare, mixed-use, office, industrial, retail and residential properties, was recently honored by the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) at their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan.

Allan McLennan, Board Member, CEI; Dr. Michael Kohlhagen, President/CEO, CEI; Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies; Judy Roth Berkowitz, Chair Emerita, CEI; Patrick Duff, Chairman, Board of Directors, CEI; Gail Badillo, Board Member, CEI; and Dr. Meisha Porter, Visiting Senior Fellow, CEI. Photo by Don Pollard

Pictured left to right are: Allan McLennan, Board Member, CEI; Dr. Michael Kohlhagen, President/CEO, CEI; Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies; Judy Roth Berkowitz, Chair Emerita, CEI; Patrick Duff, Chairman, Board of Directors, CEI; Gail Badillo, Board Member, CEI; and Dr. Meisha Porter, Visiting Senior Fellow, CEI. Photo by Don Pollard

Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies, accepted the award on behalf of the organization for the company’s ongoing efforts to expand access to education and create opportunities for students in the Bronx.

“I’m deeply honored to accept this recognition from CEI on behalf of Simone Development Companies. We are proud to continue our support of initiatives that strengthen STEAM education and healthcare-focused programs in the Bronx and beyond, preparing the next generation for future success,” said Mr. Simone. “Thank you to CEI for this meaningful recognition and for your continued commitment to ensuring every child has access to a quality education.”

In addition to Simone Development, Montefiore Einstein Hospital was also recognized with awards presented to former Assemblyman Marcos A. Crespo, now continuing his advocacy for public health and quality of life as Senior Vice President of Community Affairs at Montefiore Einstein, and former Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., now Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives for the hospital.

Rounding out the honorees was Graham Dugoni, founder and CEO of Yondr, a pioneer in creating phone-free spaces. Yondr has partnered with thousands of schools across New York State to transform the school day experience and with venues worldwide to create phone-free concerts and events.

CEI is a nonprofit education organization located in New York City and a recognized leader in advancing meaningful reforms in public education. CEI’s mission is to make the school the center and driving force of public education reform and innovation, working directly with teachers, school leaders, and the community to create the schools their children need to succeed. CEI’s vision is to help build a public education system where every child has access to an excellent school.

2025-11-12T12:40:20-05:00September 18, 2025|

Simone Development’s 10,029 Square-Foot Building at 132 Tuckahoe Road in Yonkers is Now Fully Leased with the Signing of Wingstop Restaurant for 1,300 SF Lease

132 Tuckahoe Road, Yonkers, NY

YONKERS, NY (August 2025) – Simone Development Companies announced that Wingstop, a franchise restaurant chain specializing in chicken wings, has signed a lease for 1,300 square feet of retail space at 132 Tuckahoe Road in Yonkers.

The 10,029 square-foot building is now fully leased.

This is the third Wingstop restaurant in Westchester County. Other locations are in Port Chester and Pelham. Founded in 1994, the company operates and franchises restaurants globally with more than 10 locations in the New York Metro area.

Wingstop was represented in the lease transaction by Karnit Mosberg and Scott Meshil of Royal Properties, Inc. Simone Development Companies was represented by its in-house leasing and legal teams.

“We are very pleased to welcome Wingstop to their newest Westchester location at 132 Tuckahoe Road,” said Joanna Simone, Principal and President of Leasing & Property Management Operations for Simone Development Companies. “This fully leased, 10,000 square-foot retail center offers a healthy mix of national chains and local businesses that are conveniently located in close proximity to the Saw Mill River Parkway and I-87.”

2025-09-30T11:49:43-04:00August 27, 2025|

Cloudbound, an Innovative Playspace for Children, Leases 19,197 SF at 80 Nardozzi Place in New Rochelle

NEW ROCHELLE, NY —August 13, 2025 — Simone Development Companies has announced that Cloudbound™, an innovative indoor playspace concept designed specifically for young children ages 0–6, has signed a lease for 19,197 square feet at 80 Nardozzi Place in New Rochelle, NY.

Developed by Sky Zone®, a pioneer in active entertainment, Cloudbound™ combines the imaginative spirit of a children’s museum with the energy of a playground, offering a vibrant destination where young families can find community. Backed by leading childhood development research, the Cloudbound concept reimagines early childhood play through enriching experiences in a setting that is thoughtfully designed to support the real needs of today’s parents.

“We are very excited that Cloudbound chose 80 Nardozzi Place for its first location in the New York Metro area,” said Joanna Simone, President of Leasing and Property Management Operations for Simone Development Companies. “The addition of this family-focused recreational space further strengthens the property as a prime experiential and service-oriented destination for the local community.”

“We’re thrilled to join the vibrant New Rochelle community, where so many families are putting down roots,” said Caitlin Shufelt, VP of Cloudbound. “With nearly a third of households raising children, it’s clear there’s a growing need for spaces that support both kids and their caregivers. Cloudbound was designed to fill that gap – not just as a place to play, but as a hub for connection, development, and everyday support. We’re proud to bring our expert-backed environment to Westchester and look forward to becoming part of the fabric of family life here.”

Rendering of Cloudbound Lobby                

Cloudbound was represented in the lease transaction by Alex Hedaya and Andrew Connolly of Newmark. Simone Development was represented by Karnit Mosberg of Royal Properties alongside Simone’s in-house leasing and legal teams.

Cloudbound joins PXG Westchester and My Salon Suite at 80–110 Nardozzi Place as well as LA Fitness and Dello Russo Laser Vision at Simone Development’s adjacent 70 Nardozzi Place. Located directly off Interstate-95 North & South and near Main Street and the Hutchinson River Parkway in New Rochelle, the property is also next to several popular retailers including Costco, Home Depot, CVS, Bank of America, and Land Rover & Jaguar.

Only one suite remains available at the property: an 8,890 square-foot divisible end cap space.

2025-09-30T12:01:01-04:00August 13, 2025|

Simone Development’s 9,600 Square-Foot Retail Center at 44-46 Gramatan Avenue in Mount Vernon, NY, Is Now Fully Leased with the Signing of Total Wireless for 1,600 SF

Total Wireless signed lease for 44-46 Gramatan Avenue in Mount Vernon

MOUNT VERON, NY (July 2025) — Simone Development Companies announced that Total Wireless has signed a new lease for 1,600 square feet of retail space at 44-46 Gramatan Avenue in Mount Vernon. The property is now fully leased.

Total Wireless (formerly Total by Verizon) is one of the oldest master dealers in the wireless industry.

“We are very pleased to welcome Total Wireless to their new retail location in Mount Vernon. We are also delighted to announce that this property is now fully leased,” said Joanna Simone, Principal and President of Leasing and Property Management Operations for Simone Development Companies. Other tenants in the 9,600-square-foot, one-story building include national names like H&R Block and Pizza Hut alongside several local retailers.

2025-07-28T12:32:24-04:00July 22, 2025|
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