Jonathan L. Mechanic, chairman of the Real Estate Department at the international law firm Fried Frank, was honored by The Metropolitan Museum of Art during its 24th annual Real Estate Council Benefit for his commitment and generosity to cultural organizations. The event held at the Museum on November 7, 2019, was co-chaired by the 2019 Benefit Committee, which includes Bruce A. Beal, Jr., Jeff T. Blau, Daniel Brodsky, Ric Clark, William C. Rudin and Alan H. Wiener. This year, the Benefit raised a record-breaking $2.58 million to support the Museum’s educational mission.

Mr. Brodsky, who is also Chairman of The Met noted, “For the past four decades, Jon has distinguished himself as a true leader in our field. In addition to his many achievements in the area of real estate transactions, he also serves the community by generously donating his time to many philanthropic organizations. Through his example, he has demonstrated a deep understanding of the importance of education, which is the very essence of this award.”

“I am honored to receive this tremendous recognition from The Real Estate Council,” said Mr. Mechanic. “I am committed to sustaining our cultural institutions and all that The Met offers to the public, and pledge to continue that tradition alongside my colleagues in the real estate industry.”

William C. Rudin, Daniel Brodsky, and Bruce A. Beal, Jr. (left to right), co-chairs of the 24th Annual Real Estate Council Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Jeff T. Blau (center) and Ric Clark (right), co-chairs of the 24th Annual Real Estate Council Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, present the award to this year’s honoree Jonathan L. Mechanic (left), Chairman of the Real Estate Department at the international law firm Fried, Frank, Shriver, Harris & Jacobson LLP. The award, a replica of The Met, is inscribed: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 24th Annual Real Estate Council Benefit, Jonathan L. Mechanic, November 7, 2019.

Guests at the 24th Annual Real Estate Council Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art enjoy cocktails, music, and one another’s company in the Museum’s impressive Great Hall.

Daniel H. Weiss, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, addresses guests at the 24th Annual Real Estate Council Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

David J. Greenwald with this year’s honoree Jonathan L. Mechanic (left to right), Chairman of the Real Estate Department at the international law firm Fried, Frank, Shriver, Harris & Jacobson LLP, at the 24th Annual Real Estate Council Benefit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.