Our Team


James Glickman
Principal
James Glickman is a principal and founder of Glickman Kovago & Company. He has been in the real estate business for over 20 years. He has assisted clients with a wide array of commercial/industrial projects from leasing and selling properties, to site selection, to long term strategic planning for asset maximization on several multi-million dollar developments. He is a Certified Property Manager (CPM) and has been involved in the management of many large commercial, industrial and retail properties.


Peter Kovago
Principal
Peter Kovago is a principal of Glickman Kovago & Company. Peter was formerly a commercial banker, where he gained considerable knowledge in commercial real estate practices and investment real estate analysis. Peter obtained an undergraduate degree in Finance from Anna Maria College and a Masters Degree in Business from Nichols College. Peter’s responsibilities include commercial real estate with an emphasis on retail as well as oversight of Glickman Kovago Management.


Michael Jacobs
Principal
Michael C. Jacobs is a principal of Glickman Kovago & Company. After many years as a Director of Operations in the high tech industry, Mike joined the firm as a broker in 2003 and later became a partner in 2007. Mike has concentrated his efforts on the Retail Industry and has been responsible for developing a Retail Brokerage and Development Program within the firm. Most recently, Mike served as the Preferred Broker for CVS and developer, Gershman Brown and Associates. Mike's primary focus is on large & small box retail brokerage and development. Mike is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)


Jeffery Borus
Vice President
Jeff Borus has been with Glickman Kovago & Company since 2001. He joined the firm after working for the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce and Worcester Business Development Corp. for eight years. Jeff received his Undergraduate degree from Assumption College and his Masters in Business from Nichols College. Jeff was also a commercial real estate appraiser for four years. Jeff’s focus has been on serving all parties in the commercial and industrial real estate market.


David Brasington
Vice President
David Brasington has been with Glickman Kovago & Company since 2002. Previously, he spent ten years in property management specializing in leasing and management. David’s focus is primarily on the sale of apartment properties, office buildings and industrial properties in the Metrowest/Rt. 495 area. David is a licensed broker with his Real Property Administrators (RPA) designation.


David Cohen
Vice President
David V. Cohen has been a licensed broker for over 16 years and is excited to be in the commercial real estate business. He has owned, managed, acquired and sold small businesses and real estate for the last 20 years. David attended University of Massachusetts, Amherst, majoring in economics and is a member of the Level Lodge of the Masons and Vice President of the Hourglass Foundation. David worked with James Glickman at Worcester Commercial Group in the 90’s. His concentration has been in Worcester County with business owners and operators for their commercial real estate needs.

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Moe DePalo
Vice President of Property Management
Moe DePalo joined Glickman Kovago & Company as a Vice President in 2008.  He has over 35 years of expertise in project management and business development and has been involved in commercial and residential sales and leasing since 2001.  As a business owner, business consultant and 29 year management veteran of the former Spag’s of Shrewsbury, including the role of Vice President and General Manager, Moe understands the unique needs of companies of all sizes.  He has managed teams in site selection, design, and marketing strategy development.  As a Selectman for the town of Shrewsbury for the last 15 years, he has gained extensive knowledge in municipal licensing, permitting, and zoning processes.  Moe received his Bachelors degree in Business Management from Worcester State College. 


Ellen Ruane
Fiscal Manager
Ellen Ruane joined the Accounting Department of Glickman Kovago Management in 2004 as full charge bookkeeper. Ellen brings over nine years of fiscal expertise in the property management business. In addition to performing the day-to day accounting functions, she has assisted a variety of clients in the residential and commercial real estate management industry, as well as a non-profit organization in budget forecasting, reserve analysis and year-end preparation. Before joining the real estate industry, Ellen worked in an accounting capacity for many years for retail and wholesale businesses, including Anheuser Busch, Inc. and Hilton Hotels Corporation.


Trish Williams
Office Manager
Trish A. Williams is the office manager at Glickman Kovago & Company. Trish is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the office including implementing marketing plans and designing marketing material. She joined Glickman Kovago in 2006 and brings over 7 years of experience in office administration and management, most notably in the construction and real estate industries. She possesses a strong background in human resources, consumer relations, logistical support, and marketing. Trish has also been involved in all aspects of the management of small residential and office properties. She has currently completed coursework at both the University of Massachusetts Amherst and the University of Maine Farmington with a focus on general studies.