The Benjamin Companies taps Kenneth Coyle as its new CEO | Long Island Business News

Garden City-based real estate development firm The Benjamin Companies has appointed Kenneth Coyle as its new CEO. 

Coyle will lead the company’s development, acquisitions and asset management operations. He succeeds his aunt, Denise Coyle, who has served as The Benjamin Companies CEO and general counsel. 

“Ken brings great energy and insight in addition to an extensive background in legal, finance and development expertise to The Benjamin Companies,” Deborah Benjamin, president of the firm, said in the statement. “He understands our mission of rejuvenating the communities we work in while building in harmony with the environment. His leadership will help us continue delivering high-quality projects that serve residents, businesses and local partners.” 

Coyle began his career as a real estate transactional attorney for a national law firm in New York City after graduating from Brooklyn Law School with a certificate in Real Estate Law. He later earned an MBA in Real Estate Finance from Georgetown University.  

Before working at the Benjamin Companies, Coyle served on the acquisition teams at Los Angeles-based TruAmerica Multifamily and Nashville-based Southern Land Company, where he underwrote prospective developments, prepared investment materials and performed due diligence. Coyle has served as director at The Benjamin Companies for the last three years, where he’s been involved in acquisitions and asset management, according to a company statement. 

“I’m honored to lead The Benjamin Companies at this defining moment in our company’s history,” Coyle said in the statement. “When Alvin Benjamin founded this great company over 60 years ago, he created a legacy of keen insight, growth and responsible development. I look forward to helping build on that legacy. The Benjamin Companies will expand on the innovation, vision and business acumen Denise Coyle provided during her role as CEO for over 20 years. I’m very grateful for the expertise and guidance that she gave to me and all the members of the Benjamin team.”  

Founded in the 1960s by Alvin Benjamin, the firm’s portfolio includes smart-growth multi-use integrated communities, affordable housing, luxury homes, high-rises, townhouses, corporate centers and healthcare facilities, in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida. Some of its area projects include Arverne By The Sea, The Greens at Half Hollow, Corporate Courthouse Center, Court Plaza Senior Apartments and Islip Landing.