Orhan Sokoli
General Contractor - Builder in Elmwood Park, NJ
Orhan Sokoli: A Trusted Leader in Construction and Philanthropy
Orhan Sokoli is a respected and experienced professional in the construction industry, renowned for his expertise in New York City and New Jersey. As a first-generation American, his childhood in Kosovo, marked by tragic losses, instilled in him the core values of hard work, honesty, and the pursuit of the American dream.
With a passion for designing and constructing new creations, Orhan's upbringing in Kosovo emphasized the significance of well-built housing in communities. In 2016, he took a leap of faith and established his own business, MK Construction Group Corp. Although starting a small business is no easy feat, Orhan's unwavering determination resulted in the creation of exquisitely designed and expertly constructed homes, apartments, and various hospitality and commercial spaces that have become prominent features of the New York skyline.
Through his commitment to excellence, Orhan's customer base grew steadily, with satisfied clients spreading the word about MK Construction's remarkable work. Seven years later, the company is a stable and reputable entity, consistently creating beautiful spaces for families and businesses. Recently, Orhan expanded his operations to the New Jersey area, acquiring distressed properties, renovating them, and contributing to the sustainability of the property and housing markets, ensuring that high-quality housing remains accessible to residents.
Born in Kosovo in 1985, Sokoli experienced the devastating consequences of war, losing his father and other family members. After completing his elementary and high school education in Europe, it became clear that his birth country's social and economic conditions did not offer a bright future. In 2003, Orhan immigrated to the United States on an F-1 visa for university students. He pursued higher education at St. Francis College, a private Franciscan college in Downtown Brooklyn, New York, where he studied on a soccer scholarship and graduated in 2007. Eager to absorb knowledge from every position he held, Orhan diligently worked his way up the ranks in the construction industry, accumulating invaluable experience before venturing into entrepreneurship.
Sokoli's childhood experiences in war-torn Kosovo sparked a deep understanding of the hardships faced by children in under-resourced households.