Honest & Experienced Businessman: Alexander Scharf Alexander Scharf is widely renowned throughout the business and real estate communities for his honesty, integrity and experience. Alexander Scharf has continuously proven his commitment to excellence as a real estate owner, operator, and manager. In 1993, Alexander Scharf pioneered the opening of the first assisted living facility in Manhattan which shortly thereafter proved to be a resounding success. Building upon its’ success, Alexander Scharf became the founder of the Esplanade chain of Luxury Residences for Seniors located throughout the tri-state area.