Blank Rome is pleased to announce that Real Estate partner Michael M. Denci has been recognized in CRE’s Aspiring Leaders of 2026 by GlobeSt. The award recognizes rising professionals who are making meaningful contributions and shaping the future of the commercial real estate (“CRE”) industry.
CRE’s Aspiring Leaders honors the industry’s most promising young professionals, individuals under the age of 40, who distinguish themselves through notable transaction experience, strong leadership, and significant contributions to their organizations. Honorees are widely regarded as emerging leaders poised to guide the next generation of CRE organizations.
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Michael's honoree profile, as published by GlobeSt., are copied in full below.
Michael Denci
Michael Denci is a partner in Blank Rome LLP’s real estate practice, specializing in commercial real estate finance. Denci represents insurance companies, investment banks, and conduit lenders in the negotiation and origination of mortgage and mezzanine loans across multiple asset classes, including healthcare real estate, hotels, and multifamily properties. Denci has command of diverse lending platforms, including Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities ("CMBS") and Fannie Mae executions, and frequently advises on complex capital stack issues and loan modifications. Recognized consistently as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, Denci has played a critical role in guiding institutional clients through market disruptions and rising interest rates. Denci also contributes to the firm through the mentorship of junior attorneys and pro bono work with the Eigs of the World Foundation. Denci advises those entering the industry to understand the client’s business as deeply as the law, emphasizing that solutions that advance client goals are the foundation of long-term success.