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We are proud to announce that Arlene Waye, Founder and Principal Broker of CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty, has been officially recognized by Marquis Who’s Who for her leadership, expertise, and long-standing impact in New York City real estate. Click Here
This recognition further establishes Arlene Waye as a leading authority in New York City real estate, particularly in Brooklyn condominium, co-op, and investment advisory markets.
What the Marquis Who’s Who Recognition Represents
Inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who is not an application-based honor. Individuals are selected through an independent editorial process that evaluates career achievement, professional visibility, leadership, and lasting influence within a field. Since 1899, Marquis Who’s Who has documented the lives of accomplished professionals across business, law, medicine, education, and public service, serving as a trusted biographical reference for researchers, institutions, and media worldwide.
This recognition reflects not only professional success, but also enduring contribution and credibility within an industry—making it a meaningful milestone in Arlene Waye’s career.
Highlighting Arlene Waye’s Achievements
With more than three decades of experience, Arlene Waye is widely regarded as a trusted advisor in some of New York City’s most technically complex real estate environments. Her advisory work spans many of Brooklyn’s most established and evolving neighborhoods, including Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Park Slope, Bay Ridge, and Bensonhurst, as well as select Staten Island markets such as Todt Hill. As Founder and Principal Broker of CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty, the Downtown Brooklyn flagship of the global CENTURY 21 brand, she oversees brokerage operations, strategic growth, marketing, and high-level advisory services.
Her work spans:
- NYC real estate expertise
- Brooklyn co-op and condominium advisory and conversions
- Brooklyn real estate development, redevelopment feasibility, and ground-up construction opportunities
- New York City rent-stabilized asset repositioning
- Brooklyn and Staten Island multi-family real estate investment strategy
- Advisory services for families, developers, and long-term investors
Arlene is especially known for guiding families through the evaluation and repositioning of legacy and inherited properties and often helps families make informed, long-term decisions that preserve and grow generational wealth through thoughtful planning, compliance-driven execution, and market strategy.
Her professional excellence has also earned her recognition as one of the Top 12 Most Trusted Real Estate Agents in New York for 2025, as recognized by New York Magazine, along with industry respect for her specialization in 1031 exchanges and advanced investment strategy.
More About Arlene Waye’s Leadership & Legacy
Before launching CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty, Arlene founded and grew Awaye Realty from the ground up beginning in 2003, building a brokerage known for integrity, technical precision, and long-term client relationships. Earlier in her career, she served as Chief Financial Officer for a major property developer, experience that shaped her ability to navigate finance, operations, and development with clarity and discipline.
As the daughter of immigrant parents, Arlene built her career in an industry that was once overwhelmingly male-dominated, balancing leadership, entrepreneurship, and family while maintaining an uncompromising work ethic. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in perseverance, accountability, and long-term vision. These values continue to shape the culture and advisory approach at CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty.
Beyond brokerage, she serves as an Advisory Board Member for Citizens Bank and supports charitable organizations including Easter Seals and Operation Impact, reflecting her commitment to community impact and civic engagement.
About Marquis Who’s Who
Since the publication of the first Who’s Who in America® in 1899, Marquis Who’s Who has chronicled the lives of individuals whose achievements have shaped industries and communities worldwide. Today, its publications remain a trusted resource for researchers, journalists, and institutions seeking authoritative biographical information.
This recognition reflects the values that continue to guide Arlene Waye’s work and the advisory approach of CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty across Brooklyn, Staten Island and New York City.
