Press Release
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandi Hunter
THE
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB AND THE AKC MUSEUM OF THE DOG ANNOUNCE MOVE TO 101 PARK
AVENUE
Historic organizations to reside in Kalikow Building
New York, NY - The American Kennel Club (AKC), the world’s largest purebred dog
registry and leading advocate for dogs, and the AKC Museum of the Dog are
pleased to announce their new tenancy in the prestigious Kalikow Building
located at 101 Park Ave. in New York City. The combined leases allot for a
total of 60,000 sq. feet for both entities. The headquarters will begin its
tenancy in early fall 2018. The Museum will occupy its space in early 2019.
The
headquarters of the AKC will reside on a newly designed fifth floor of the
Kalikow building. The floor will house approximately 100 people.
“We are
very excited to move both our headquarters and the museum into the Kalikow
building,” said Ron Menaker, Chairman of the AKC. “This building is one of the
most beautiful in NYC with wonderful amenities.
This move is reflective of our growth and expansion as organizations. We
look forward to building a long relationship with HJ Kalikow & Co.”
Dennis
Sprung, President and CEO of the AKC agrees, stating, “The AKC has found exactly
what we need for our headquarters. The building is exquisite and supports the
needs of our growing staff. We are content in knowing that we found the space,
comfort and amenities that are desired for our organization.”
Earlier
this year, the AKC and the AKC Museum of the Dog announced its decision to move
the Museum to New York City. The extensive and unique collection of dog art
will be showcased on the ground and adjoining third floor of the building,
allowing for the Museum’s collection to join the brilliant art culture of New
York.
“The AKC
Museum of the Dog houses one of the largest collections of dog art in the
world,” says Candy Caciolo, President of the AKC Museum of the Dog Board. “This
new space gives us an opportunity to bring this collection to the culture
loving audience of New York City and its many visitors from around the world.”
HJ Kalikow
& Co has been recognized as a leader in real estate development, ownership,
management and construction for generations. Its 101 Park Avenue property
represents that corporate commitment to excellence, integrity and vision.
Its distinctive architectural design dominates the corner of Park Avenue and
40th Street, where an expansive granite plaza, fountain and welcoming rest area
greet the visitor. The entry to 101 Park Avenue features striking granite
columns which frame the stunning five-story skylight.
Peter
Kalikow, owner of 101 Park Avenue, stated, “Since its inception, 101 Park
Avenue has been the home to some of the most prestigious companies in corporate
America. We are extremely proud that the AKC has chosen 101 Park Avenue
as the site for its world headquarters as well as the Museum of the Dog.
Since 1884, the AKC has been the premier name in the registry of purebred
dogs and is indeed in the business of recognizing excellence. We are
honored that the AKC has selected our award-winning building for its new home.”
The
transaction was handled on AKC’s behalf by Rich Speciale of AEQUITAS, LLC,
Stephen Siegel and Chris Corrinet of CBRE and Glenn Issacson of Cushman &
Wakefield and negotiated on behalf of AKC by J Bland of Morgan, Lewis &
Bockius, LLP and Jay Waks, Sr. EVP & General Counsel for the AKC.
About the American Kennel Club
Founded in
1884, the American Kennel Club is a not-for-profit organization, which
maintains the largest registry of purebred dogs in the world and oversees the
sport of purebred dogs in the United States. The AKC is dedicated to upholding
the integrity of its registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and
breeding for type and function. Along with its more than 5,000 licensed
and member clubs and its affiliated organizations, the AKC advocates for the
purebred dog as a family companion, advances canine health and well-being,
works to protect the rights of all dog owners and promotes responsible dog
ownership. More than 22,000 competitions for AKC-registered purebred dogs are
held under AKC rules and regulations each year including conformation, agility,
obedience, rally, tracking, herding, lure coursing, coonhound events, hunt
tests, field and earthdog tests. Affiliate AKC organizations include the AKC
Humane Fund, AKC Canine Health Foundation, AKC Reunite and the AKC Museum of
the Dog. For more information, visit www.akc.org.
AKC, American Kennel Club, the American Kennel
Club seal and design, and all associated marks and logos are trademarks,
registered trademarks and service marks of The American Kennel Club, Inc.
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