45. Frank Lalezarian

Since immigrating to the United States in 1981, Lalezarian has grown to occupy a significant leadership role in the Long Island Persian community and has established himself as a prominent figure in New York real estate. Modest and unassuming, Lalezarian supports myriad charitable endeavors, and discreetly exercises influence in political, business and religious circles. With more than 1 million square feet of prime commercial real estate and thousands of luxury apartments throughout the region, Lalezarian has an enviable portfolio worth boasting about. But if you ask him about his success, you’re more likely to hear stories about how proud he is of his wife, children and grandchildren.