BUSINESS BANKING
Harnessing Technology for Transformation in Real Estate
For more than 35 years , Charles Lefkowitz has helped transform real estate in New York . While managing multiple real estate and property management businesses , Lefkowitz uses technology and a focus on quality to improve value in his business .
THE PRESIDENT of CAMCO Services of NY , Inc ., Lefkowitz attributes some of his success to his early career experience with historic New York real estate firm HelmsleySpear . He focused his business endeavors on turning around troubled assets through adaptive reuse and reinvestment to build value .
CAMCO Services was founded as a thirdparty management company that handles troubled assets . Today the company has more than 4,000 commercial and residential units under contract . Through a proactive approach to management and maintenance , CAMCO Services remains focused on protecting property assets and enhancing investment value .
Tapping into Technology
The CAMCO Services team strives to deliver a positive customer experience to homeowners and tenants , and technology has enabled them to provide the highest quality services . Mass communication with residents and vendors has enabled efficient response times for work orders and service calls .
“ Technology has transformed real estate and property management , and
our relationship with Sterling National Bank has really revolutionized the way we operate on a day-to-day basis , from paying bills to collecting rent to communicating with our customers , tenants , and vendors ,” Lefkowitz says .
He finds strong support from the company ’ s relationship with Sterling . In addition to services like online payment , remote lockboxes , and the ability to integrate services with the company ’ s commercial real estate software , Lefkowitz finds value in the personal attention he receives from Relationship Managers Denise Diaz and Nicole Sarno .
“ I need personalized service , the ability to do transactional work , lockbox services , and commercial lending , and Sterling hits a lot of those marks ,” Lefkowitz says . “ Our Relationship Managers are proactive and pay personal attention to the relationship , which is something I look for in any banking business relationship .”
Sterling National Bank can help your business pave the way for innovation . Call your relationship manager or Client Services at 855.274.2800 .
CHARLES LEFKOWITZ President CAMCO Services of NY , Inc .
SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY
CAMCO SERVICES OF NY , INC . has turned around troubled assets in residential communities for more than three decades . Under Charles Lefkowitz ’ s leadership , the company improves the places and communities they manage to not just enhance value but to create a safer environment for residents . Community support is at the heart of Lefkowitz ’ s career and influence . He strongly encourages staff to join service organizations and support local nonprofits through volunteerism . Lefkowitz leads by example , serving as the president of the Three Village Chamber and on a handful of volunteer boards for local hospitals and higher education institutions . “ I want to apply my experience to help the community and operate my business for positive impact ,” Lefkowitz says .
IN ADDITION TO SERVING AS PRESIDENT OF CAMCO SERVICES OF NY , INC ., CHARLES LEFKOWITZ IS PRESIDENT OF LOUIS LEFKOWITZ REALTY AND A MANAGING MEMBER OF REALTY THREE LLC .
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