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Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida, LLC welcomes Lauri Albion as our new Director of Marketing. Lauri has extensive experience in Real Estate and Hospitality Marketing. Albion and her team are accountable to the firm for all marketing and research. Gary Tasman, Principal and CEO of the firm said, “I am confident that bringing marketing in house will allow Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida, LLC to better service our clients by delivering the highest quality marketing program we have had to date. We look forward to the impact she will have. Lauri’s creativity and innovative idea generation supports our commitment to deliver best in class thought leadership in all research and marketing functions for the entire firm.” For more information or to learn more about Commercial Property Southwest Florida, please contact Gary Tasman at gtasman@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com.
Tammy Cassin, Property Manager Coordinator at Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida successfully passed the Community Association Manager (CAM) licensing process and examination on February 28,2019. Cassin became licensed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), an agency charged with licensing and regulating more than a million businesses and professionals in the State of Florida, including Brokers, Real Estate Agents and Community Association Managers. Gary Tasman, CEO and Principal Broker said, “Having CAM licenses on our Property and Association Management Team is a significant differentiator. It demonstrates our focus, commitment and competency to our clients and the entire market. Tammy Cassin is focused and passionate about client service. She is committed to consistent improvement and this milestone further demonstrates the depths that she and our entire property management team endeavor to exceed our client’s expectations.”
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Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida begins 2019 by announcing the promotion of two key leaders, a top broker and the addition of one new employee to the firm. Heather Adams was named Vice President of Operations; Marina Joel was named Director of Finance and Gretchen Smith was named Director. Adams, with a 13-year background in facilities and property management, has been with the firm since 2016. She is an expert in establishing and maintaining cost controls and reporting procedures for assets. Her successful track record of exceeding operational goals and objectives make her an asset to the C&W Team. Joel, with more than 11 years of experience in real estate and finance combined has also been with the firm since 2016. She successfully passed the Community Association Manager (CAM) licensing process and examination in 2018, adding to her list of attributes. Smith, who was named Costar’s Top Office Leasing and Retail Broker in 2018, as well as Top Leasing Broker in Southwest Florida in 2017, was named Director. She has been with the firm for four years and has vast knowledge of the real estate market. Smith has held an active real estate Broker’s license since 2014 and licensed for over 14 years. Fort Myers-based Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida also welcomed new employee, Michelle Jumalon, who joined the firm as an Accounts Payable Specialist. Jumalon brings 25 years of experience and knowledge in the accounting arena. In addition to the promotions, the firm closed the year with record activity. Overall growth in business in all departments facilitated the need for increased staff. “Our employees’ diverse backgrounds and business insights have played an integral role in our success over the years,” said Gary Tasman, CEO & Principal Broker of Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida. “They are an asset to the organization, and we are excited about the opportunity to continue developing and growing our team further.” For more information or to learn more about Commercial Property Southwest Florida, please contact Gary Tasman at gtasman@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com.
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Recent Sales: A parcel of land at 661 Logan Boulevard N, Naples for $1,225,000. Gary Tasman and Lane Boy of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the buyer in negotiating the transaction. RD Ramadon, Inc., purchased a 3,200 square foot industrial building at 2664/2686 Crag Street, Fort Myers for $355,000. Gary Tasman and John Albion of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the seller in negotiating the transaction. 13 parcels of land were sold for Lehigh Investment Group, LLC for a total of $139,150. Gary Tasman and Pam Van Vleck of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida acted as the transaction brokers in negotiating the transaction. Recent Leases: Odyssey Child Care Center, Inc. leased 6,167 square feet of office space for a lease term of 3 years at 4246 Evans Avenue, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and John Albion of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Capital Shield, Inc. leased 4,405 square feet of office space for a lease term of 3 years at 10070 Daniels Interstate Court, #200, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Shawn Stoneburner of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Sun National Title Company, LLC leased 2,942 square feet of office space for a lease term of 61 months at 1520 Royal Palm Square Boulevard, Suite 100, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord in negotiating the transaction. Capital Care Group P LLC leased 2,083 square feet of office space for a lease term of 3 years at 5294 Summerlin Commons Way, #1203, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. American Imprintables, Inc. leased 1,920 square feet of retail space for a lease term of 2 years at 4168 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Unlock Your Mind With Coach Ray, LLC leased 1,322 square feet of office space for a lease term of 13 months at 3507 Lee Boulevard, Suite 290, Lehigh Acres. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Sagebrush Massage, LLC leased 1,174 square feet of retail space for a lease term of 2 years, 1 month at 12995 S Cleveland Avenue, Unit 214, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Silky Skin Wax leased 1,080 square feet of retail space for a lease term of 3 years, 6 months at 1338 Del Prado Boulevard, Suite 7, Cape Coral. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Halcyon Management Group, Inc. leased 1,000 square feet of office space for a lease term of 3 years at 3660 Central Avenue, #6, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the tenant in negotiating the transaction. Family 1st Tax Services, Inc leased 960 square feet of office space for a lease term of 6 months at 4172 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord in negotiating the transaction. Marissa’s Touch Luxury Pet Spa, LLC leased 960 square feet of retail space for a lease term of 3 years, 2 months at 4204 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Foster & Foster Consulting Actuaries leased 118 square feet of office space for a lease term of 3 years at 2503 Del Prado Boulevard, #502 , Cape Coral. Gary Tasman and Shawn Stoneburner of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Workforce Business Services. Inc. leased 140 square feet of office space for a lease term of 2 years at 3507 Lee Boulevard, #244, Lehigh Acres. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. For more information or to learn more about Commercial Property Southwest Florida, please contact Gary Tasman at gtasman@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com.
Recent Sales: Elm Energy-EZ Comply LLC purchased a flex/industrial building at 8901 Quality Road, Bonita Springs for $2,625,000. Gary Tasman and John Albion of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida were the transaction brokers in negotiating the transaction. Primrose School Franchising Co purchased 2.26 acres of vacant land at 10350 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero for $1,000,000. Gary Tasman and Shawn Stoneburner of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the seller in negotiating the transaction. 201 Waldo LLC purchased vacant land at 20 Waldo Avenue N, Lehigh Acres for $882,500. Gary Tasman and John Albion of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the seller in negotiating the transaction. Recent Leases: Envision Lighting Systems LLC leased 3,134 square feet of office space for a lease term of 4 years, 1 month at 5268 Summerlin Commons Way, #504, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman/John Albion/Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. IGT Global Solutions Corporation leased 2,800 square feet of flex space for a lease term of 87 months at 28041 Airpark Drive, Unit #104 & 105, Punta Gorda. Gary Tasman and John Albion of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the tenant in negotiating the transaction. Forte Management LLC leased 1,105 square feet of office space for a lease term of 24 months at 1100 Fifth Avenue S, Naples. Gary Tasman and Lisa Paul of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord in negotiating the transaction. 165 square feet of office space was leased for a lease term of 6 months at 12995 S Cleveland Avenue, PBS #59, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord in negotiating the transaction. For more information or to learn more about Commercial Property Southwest Florida, please contact Gary Tasman at gtasman@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com. About Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida Commercial Property Southwest Florida, LLC is an alliance member of Cushman & Wakefield is located at 5220 Summerlin Commons Blvd, Suite 500, Fort Myers, FL. For more information, please visit www.cpswfl.com or call 239-489-3600.
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FORT MYERS, Fla. (Nov. 7, 2018)—Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida has announced that Richard King has joined as Vice President of Property Management and Facility Services. In this role, King is responsible for overseeing property managers and accounting project management, as well as facilities services for Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties. “Richard’s impressive background and expertise are an asset to our organization“ said Gary Tasman, CEO & Principal Broker. “His leadership and strategic thinking skills will be invaluable as we continue to grow our business and solidify our position as the firm of choice for all commercial real estate needs.” A 23-plus year real estate industry veteran, King has an extensive background in asset management and property and facilities management of office, retail, mixed-use and industrial properties. Most recently, he spent two years at Transwestern as Vice President of Asset Services, managing high profile portfolios in various markets across South Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Prior to his time at Transwestern, King spent 21 years working in the commercial real estate industry, where he held various positions within the property management and facility services division, including Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director. King is active in many professional organizations including: • BOMA Standards of Measurement Office – Contributor • Allocations for Common Area Charges in Mixed-Use – Co-author • BOMA South West Florida – Past President and Founder of • BOMA Florida – Past President • BOMA Southern Region – Past President Growing up as a Navy dependent, King has lived in several countries, including Guam, the Philippines and the United Kingdom. He graduated from the University of San Diego, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in engineering before serving in the United States Marine Corps. He is also a licensed broker and a certified professional landlord specialist (CPLS). About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm that helps clients transform the way people work, shop and live. Our 48,000 employees in more than 70 countries help investors and occupiers optimize the value of their real estate by combining our global perspective and deep local knowledge with an impressive platform of real estate solutions. To learn more, visit www.cpswfl.com.
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Recent Sales: Go Store It Bonita Holding LLC purchased vacant land at 24501 Production Circle, Bonita Springs for $1,435,000. John Albion of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the seller in negotiating the transaction. Recent Leases: Just Like Family Home Care LLC leased 2,316 square feet of office space for a lease term of 42 months at 3200 Bailey Lane, #117, Naples. Gary Tasman, Lisa Paul and Shawn Stoneburner of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Royal Prestige The Best Company Inc leased 2,009 square feet of office space for a lease term of 37 months at 2830 Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord in negotiating the transaction. H.W. Lochner, Inc. leased 1,646 square feet of office space for a lease term of 5 years at 1520 Royal Palm Square Boulevard, Suite 205, Fort Myers. Gary Tasman and Gretchen Smith of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Coastal Painting and Waterproofing Inc. leased 1,272 square feet of office space for a lease term of 24 months at 3200 Bailey Lane, Suite 116, Naples. Gary Tasman and Lisa Paul of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. Crystal Daliya CPA leased 108 square feet of office space for a lease term of 15 months at 3333 Renaissance Boulevard, #203, Bonita Springs. Gary Tasman and Lisa Paul of Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida represented the landlord and tenant in negotiating the transaction. For more information or to learn more about Commercial Property Southwest Florida, please contact Gary Tasman at gtasman@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com. About Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida Commercial Property Southwest Florida, LLC is an alliance member of Cushman & Wakefield is located at 5220 Summerlin Commons Blvd, Suite 500, Fort Myers, FL. For more information, please visit www.cpswfl.com or call 239-489-3600.
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NAPLES, Fla. (Oct. 9, 2018)—Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida has announced that Lisa Paul has joined as Regional Director of Property Management Naples. As Regional Director, Paul is responsible for new business development, as well as property management and leasing throughout Collier County. She is based in the firm’s new office, located in the Wilson Professional Center, 3200 Bailey Lane in Naples. “We are excited to have Lisa join our management team,” said Gary Tasman, CEO & Principal Broker. “Her talent and expertise in commercial real estate, paired with her management style and ability to build relationships are a proven formula for success and make her a valuable asset to our organization.” A 25-year commercial real estate industry veteran, Paul brings a wealth of experience in building management and operations, property leasing, financial reporting, capital and operating budgets, vendor management and marketing, as well as implementing tenant and capital improvements. She began her commercial real estate career working for Collier Enterprises as a property manager and advanced her career working in a variety of positions for other firms such as Trammell Crow, Neapolitan Enterprises and The Lutgert Companies. Prior to joining Cushman & Wakefield, she worked for Hoffman Commercial Real Estate as Vice President of Property Management. An Ohio native, Paul graduated from the University of Toledo, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in intergovernmental relations. She also obtained a Florida real estate license, Community Association Management (CAM) license and earned a certified shopping center manager designation from the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm that helps clients transform the way people work, shop and live. Our 43,000 employees in more than 60 countries help investors and occupiers optimize the value of their real estate by combining our global perspective and deep local knowledge with an impressive platform of real estate solutions. To learn more, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com or follow @CushWake on Twitter.
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FORT MYERS, Fla. (Sept. 24, 2018)—Cushman & Wakefield Commercial Property Southwest Florida has hired Shaune Freeland as Associate Director, announced Gary Tasman, CEO & Principal Broker. As Associate Director, Freeland is responsible for growing the firm’s transaction business and property management presence in Charlotte County. A Florida native and 15-year resident of Charlotte County, Freeland will be instrumental in representing clients in all phases of real estate, including leasing, sales and property management. An award-winning sales executive, Freeland is able to discern what clients want and need. Since obtaining her real estate license in 2002, she has utilized her unique edge to position herself as a leading and sought-after real estate professional, handling a multitude of transactions simultaneously. Freeland is an active community leader and participates in a variety of organizations, including: Charlotte Local Education Foundation – Board Member Urban Land Institute (ULI) Charlotte County Economic Development Partnership International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) National Association of Realtors® Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) “We are excited to have Shaune on our team,” said Tasman. “Her deep local relationships, strong knowledge and proven track record of real estate success is key to growing our business. Her talent and diplomatic approach will be invaluable in providing our clients with the high level of service they have come to expect from our organization.“ About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm that helps clients transform the way people work, shop and live. Our 43,000 employees in more than 60 countries help investors and occupiers optimize the value of their real estate by combining our global perspective and deep local knowledge with an impressive platform of real estate solutions. To learn more, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com or follow @CushWake on Twitter.
