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FORT MYERS, Fla. – One of Southwest Florida’s largest commercial property management companies is strengthening its commitment to its commercial leasing clients. Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida (CPSWFL) is welcoming back Gayle Erickson-Ash to the position of Property Manager. Erickson-Ash had worked with CPSWFL previously in 2019-2020. Erickson-Ash has more than 25 years experience in various roles in the real estate industry. She holds expertise in financial asset reporting, budgeting, CAM reconciliation, association management, construction management, and client relations. “Gayle has a great deal of experience and knowledge in commercial leasing and property management,” said CPSWFL CEO and Principal Broker Gary Tasman. “It’s great to have her back at our company, and our clients will definitely benefit from her return. She works with a very client-centered philosophy.” Erickson-Ash has worked with well-established local and national real estate owners and REITs. Properties she has managed vary from resorts, high-rise offices, retail centers, industrial parks, medical buildings, and residential townhomes. She holds a Florida Real Estate Sales Associate License, Florida CAM license, Real Property Administrator Certification from BOMI International, and holds the LEED Green Associate credential from the U.S. Green Building Council. “I’m happy to be back at Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida, in part because of the corporate culture,” said Erickson-Ash. “It’s great to work for a company that is engaged with the community and is as dedicated to giving back as it is to its business.” CPSWFL was recently recognized for its community involvement at the 2021 Industry Appreciation Awards, where the company received the Community Stewardship Award. The Industry Appreciation Awards are presented by the Lee County Economic Development Office, Horizon Council, and Horizon Foundation. CPSWFL is Southwest Florida’s largest third-party commercial property management company and is committed to continued growth of its property management and facilities management offerings. Erickson-Ash joins a team that manages nearly eight million square feet of commercial space in Collier, Charlotte, Lee and Hendry Counties. For more information about CPSWFL brokerage services, email Erickson-Ash at gericksonash@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com.

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Industry Appreciation Awards celebrate the Lee County business community Fort Myers, FL, Oct. 25, 2021 – In front of a sold-out crowd of 600 Lee County business leaders, Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida (CPSWFL) was honored as the Community Steward of the Year at the 29th Industry Appreciation Awards. The awards are presented by the Horizon Council, Horizon Foundation and the Lee County Economic Development Office. The Industry Appreciation Awards ceremony was held Friday, Oct. 22 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in Fort Myers, The Community Steward of the Year Award is presented to a company whose financial, volunteer, and active involvement in community organizations and programs create a better quality of business and civic life in Lee County. CPSWFL was selected for its focus on strengthening the community by improving the quality of life and business environment in our region. The CPSWFL team proudly supports and serves many nonprofit organizations in Southwest Florida, including Junior Achievement, Champions 4 Children, Residential Options of Florida and PACE Center for Girls – Lee. The 2021 Industry Appreciation Award winners also included: Business Resiliency and Innovation Award: Fort Myers Brewing Company and Sanibel Captiva Community Bank Innovator of the Year: Cigent Technology and Energy Harness Corporation Manufacturer of the Year: Storm Smart Startup of the Year: Two39 Work Small Business of the Year: Stickboy Creative Large Business of the Year: Stevens Construction, Inc. A special Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Gary Griffin, President of B&I Contractors, Inc. The Lee County Economic Development Office provides business assistance to retain existing businesses, attract new businesses and encourage entrepreneurship to ensure Lee County has a strong economy, thriving communities and broadly shared prosperity. The Horizon Council is a public-private advisory board established in 1991 to advise the Lee Board of County Commissioners on economic development issues. The council’s mission is to improve Lee County’s business environment, retain and encourage expansion of existing businesses, and attract new and diversified employers. It is the only public-private partnership of Lee County Government and business leaders. The Horizon Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization established as a fundraising vehicle enabling people and businesses to actively support the program of work of the Horizon Council and the Lee County Economic Development Office.

13-year employee promoted to property manager position FORT MYERS, Fla. (September 30, 2021) – Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida is pleased to announce the promotion of Michael Cassin to the position of Property Manager. In his new role, Cassin’s responsibilities will include property inspections and reporting, vendor management, budgeting assistance and CAM reconciliation assistance. Cassin is a 13-year employee at CPSWFL and started with the company as a part time filing clerk while still in high school. Over the years, he has grown with CPSWFL, most recently holding the positions of accounting assistant and property management coordinator. “It’s incredibly fulfilling to see an employee like Michael develop within your organization,” said CPSWFL CEO and Principal Broker Gary Tasman. “We’re all very proud of his accomplishments and are excited to see his continued growth in his new position as property manager.” During his tenure at CPSWFL, Cassin has developed expertise and knowledge in building management operations, lease administration, and accounting processes. CPSWFL is Southwest Florida’s largest third-party commercial property management company and is committed to continued growth of its property management and facilities management offerings. For more information about property management and facilities management services at CPSWFL, call 239-489-3600 or visit https://cpswfl.com.

FORT MYERS, Fla. (September 16, 2021) – Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida (CPSWFL), Southwest Florida’s largest third-party commercial property management company, is bolstering its commitment to property management services by expanding its executive leadership team. CPSWFL is pleased to announce the promotion of Mike Christopher to the role of Vice President – Property Management and Facility Services. Christopher joined the CPSWFL team as a property manager in June 2021, and quickly made a strong impression on its leadership team. Christopher brings a wealth of professional experience to his new role, including more than 30 years of executive leadership positions in the media industry, where he led corporate construction projects and facilities management initiatives. As Vice President – Property Management and Facility Services, Christopher will serve on CPSWFL’s five-person leadership team, which guides the organization’s strategic initiatives and direction. Christopher will be responsible for growth of CPSWFL’s property management service line, including project management, facilities services and other potential revenue sources. He will also serve as the primary relationship manager to owner management, tenant operations and property management contracts. “Mike has outstanding experience with strategic growth and in building efficient and effective operations,” said Gary Tasman, CEO and principal broker at Cushman & Wakefield | Commercial Property Southwest Florida. “That, combined with his executive leadership experience and strong background in business operations and budgeting, make him an ideal match for this new role.” A Florida resident for more than two decades, Christopher holds a bachelor of science degree from Rochester Institute of Technology (Rochester, N.Y.), and has served on the board of directors of Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties and Champions for Learning ™, The Education Foundation of Collier County. He is also a graduate of the Leadership Lee County and Leadership Bonita Springs programs. For more information about property management and facilities management services at CPSWFL, email Christopher at mchristopher@cpswfl.com or visit www.cpswfl.com.