BrightRoll, Inc., a video advertising technology platform, has leased the entire 55th floor, consisting of 26,286 s/f, at the Empire State Building, for its new East Coast headquarters.
Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. leasing director Tom Durels said, “The Empire State Building continues to attract industry leaders drawn to its urban campus amenities, modern technology and building systems, and internationally recognized sustainability measures.”
Deborah van der Heyden and Paul Ferraro of JLL represented the tenant in the lease negotiations. Landlord representation was provided by Ryan Kass, Fred Posniak and Keith Cody of ESRT, along with William Cohen, Jonathan Tootell and Shanae Ursini of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank.
Amenities at the building include a 15,000 s/f, tenant-only fitness center (the largest in NYC); STATE Grill and Bar, with private executive dining and event space (both opening soon); a newly opened tenant-only conference center; multiple additional dining and food options; and a full complement of tenant services.
The Empire State Building was recently certified Platinum by WiredNYC for internet connectivity and diversity and access to fiber-based broadband.