President, Chief Executive, NewMark Merrill Cos. Inc.
Sigal is the chief executive and president at NewMark Merrill Cos., one of the fastest growing privately held developers and owners of shopping centers in Southern California. The company also does business in Colorado and Illinois. NewMark Merrill currently owns and/or manages 95 shopping centers in the three states, representing a collective value of over $2.5 billion.
What’s the best advice you ever got?
“Don’t talk to strangers” – Mom, “If you don’t knock on the door, G-d can’t answer” – My Grandmother (I listened to her more)
What’s your favorite movie, all time and in any category?
Tie. “Godfather “ (I and II together) and “Rocky” (I and II).
What’s at the top of your bucket list?
I have lived my bucket list, but probably next is Antarctica.
What was your first car?
A Nissan 200sx, hatchback.
Like to have it back?
No way, after driving it like I did, a scrap heap won’t take it.
What’s the best thing about living in Los Angeles?
The weather, the people, my friends and family.
YEARS ON LA500: 2
