For 20 of Next Realty’s 27 years, Andy, Marc Blum, and Eteri Zaslavsky have worked side by side—leveraging complementary strengths to drive the firm’s sustained success.
“I joke that I met Marc on the internet,” Andy recalls with a smile.
Their partnership began after Andy and Marc co-invested in an internet company led by Marc’s brother-in-law. When that company was sold, Marc joined Next Realty, bringing a laser focus on execution and asset management.
“Marc excels at operations,” says Andy. “He keeps us grounded in what matters most to our investors—ensuring that every deal is executed efficiently and responsibly.”
Eteri agrees: “Marc’s operational expertise turns strategy into action. His execution is what brings our ideas to life.”
While Marc handles the execution, Eteri brings analytical rigor to the table. She joined Next after initially interviewing for a role at another company where Andy was a partner.
“I immediately recognized that Eteri’s talent was a perfect match for what we were building at Next,” Andy says. “I asked her to join us, and she’s been an invaluable partner ever since.”
Eteri plays a critical role in sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities. Her ability to distill complex data into actionable insights ensures that decisions are always rooted in research and forecasting.
Beyond her analytical acumen, Andy says Eteri brings energy, warmth, and an unwavering dedication to getting the job done.
For her part, Eteri sees Andy as the strategist of the team. “Andy always has an eye on the bigger picture. His ability to anticipate market shifts and identify long-term opportunities positions us for continued growth,” she says.
