RE/MAX COMMERCIAL CONNECTION & RE/ MAX CONNECTION DETROIT
KEVIN KOVACHEVICH
PRINCIPAL / OWNER DISTRICT CAPITAL
JACQUELINE TROST 2025 PRESIDENT CREW DETROIT
KATHY MAKINO PRESIDENT & MANAGING PARTNER SHELBORNE DEVELOPMENT
MARK J. BENNETT FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR MJBENNETT, PLLC
ALEX HARRIS, FARBMAN GROUP/
NAI FARBMAN
KATIE VOHWINKLE, OXFORD COMPANIES
PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR
ALEX HARRIS FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
KATIE VOHWINKLE OXFORD COMPANIES
Katie Vohwinkle, Director of Multifamily Property Management at Oxford Companies, drove 16% portfolio growth and 13% increase in per-bed revenue this year. She led community engagement through the A2YChamber Leadership Program, and partnered with Housen2Home, an Ann Arbor non-profit, to support housing-insecure residents in the Ann Arbor area. She engaged with the Ann Arbor Renters Commission to create connection with the City of Ann Arbor, and was an integral member of the Arbor South team as Oxford moves toward groundbreaking on the largest development in city history. Always passionate about professional development, Katie advanced her team with three internal promotions.
HOBBS+BLACK ARCHITECTS
NEUMANN/SMITH ARCHITECTURE
QUINN EVANS
ARCHITECTURE FIRM OF THE YEAR
HOBBS+BLACK ARCHITECTS
Hobbs+Black has been a trusted name in architecture since 1965. We are a team of over 70 licensed architects, interior designers, planners, and related consulting services from our offices in Ann Arbor, Detroit, Lansing, and Phoenix. We’re not just designing structures but crafting spaces that foster connections, enriching lives, and transform communities. Our diversified practice meets design challenges that often require extensive research and innovation. As a full-service architecture firm, we provide our clients with complete support from conceptual study to construction administration.
ARCHITECTURE FIRM OF THE YEAR
NEUMANN/SMITH ARCHITECTURE
Neumann/Smith is comprised of creative problem solvers driven by pushing boundaries. Since 1968, our firm has provided architecture, interior design, and planning services across the country. Our diverse portfolio, ranging from high-rises and mixeduse to retail and historic renovations, shape our perspective as a firm, resulting in bespoke solutions that feel distinctly different. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on our clients, consultants, and team members, all while enriching the built environment for all who use it. Our legacy is built on your experience.
ARCHITECTURE FIRM OF THE YEAR
QUINN EVANS
Quinn Evans was founded in 1984 as an architecture and historic preservation practice. Today, the firm sees limitless possibilities in the interplay between quality of place and character of community. It empowers people and places to thrive by delivering solutions with powerful, resilient, and lasting impact. Guided by its roots in preservation and a commitment to sustainability, the firm provides services in architecture, interior design, planning, landscape architecture, urban revitalization, and historic preservation. With over 200 professionals in six offices nationwide, Quinn Evans combines deep expertise with a respect for heritage to transform spaces and inspire communities.
PREMIER CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN
SACHSE CONSTRUCTION
PREMIER CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN
Premier Construction & Design is a full-service design & construction firm that provides all services required for your project from concept to completion. The firm utilizes the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) system that integrates people, business structures and design/ construction practices into a collaborative process that optimizes project results, increases value to the owner and maximizes efficiency through all phases of the design and construction process. Specialties include: Design / Build New Construction Build-To-Suit Adaptive Reuse Renovations Commercial: Office / Restaurant / Retail Industrial Multi-Family Tenant Improvements Cost Estimating / Value Engineering Construction Management / General Contracting GENERAL CONTRACTOR
SACHSE CONSTRUCTION
Founded in 1991, Sachse Construction has built millions of square feet of commercial, retail, multifamily, and institutional space throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Our passionate and enthusiastic team members are our most valuable asset, keeping our core values at the center of every project they take on. Helping you achieve your goals is our number one priority, and we’re committed to providing a unique and exceptional experience.
LISA BERDEN, LINCHPIN LEGAL
LOWELL SALESIN, HONIGMAN
STEVE SALLEN, MADDIN HAUSER
LOWELL SALESIN HONIGMAN
Lowell Salesin is the Co-Chair of the Real Estate department and a member of the Board of Directors. He represents some of the industry’s leading REITs and private developers in their respective market sectors. Lowell has more than 30 years of experience representing retail, office, multi-family, manufactured housing, hospitality, parking, self-storage, and senior housing developers and operators in acquisitions, financing, construction, development, leasing, and loan workout transactions related to properties spanning across the United States.
Steven Sallen is President and CEO of Maddin, Hauser, Roth & Heller, P.C., where he also serves as Co-Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group and Chair of its Environmental Law Group. He counsels clients in a wide range of real estate and business matters including negotiating, documenting, and closing purchase and sale transactions, leases, and bank, life company, and CMBS financing. Steve also helps clients navigate regulatory hurdles, and mitigate associated environmental and other transaction risks. He has been involved with projects – big and small – involving industrial, office, multi-family, mixed-use, and retail properties throughout Michigan and beyond.
LISA BERDEN LINCHPIN LEGAL
Lisa has amassed over two decades of experience in tax-based real estate finance, commercial transactions, and business contracts. She has negotiated commercial leases throughout the country for office, industrial, retail and flex space and has closed over $150 million in NMTC allocations across multiple states. She has been involved in multiple public-private partnerships. She has closed complex commercial real estate transactions and tax credit deals. She advises tax exempt organizations and counsels businesses regarding legal matters. She advises clients regarding national and local economic development incentives in commercial transactions and counsels small and mid-sized clients on organizational and compliance matters.
REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR
REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR
STEVE SALLEN MADDIN HAUSER
BROKER OF THE YEARINVESTMENT:
BARRY SWATSENBARG, COLLIERS
KEVIN DILLON, BERKADIA REAL ESTATE ADVISORS
RON GOLDSTONE, FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
SIMON JONNA, JONNA GROUP OF COLLIERS
STEVEN SILVERMAN, FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
TONY FAYNE, JONNA GROUP OF COLLIERS
STEVEN SILVERMAN FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
Steven Silverman has transacted on more than $500 million worth of commercial real estate, spanning 15+ million square feet nationwide. Steven specializes in the acquisition and disposition of investment-grade real estate assets. He is also a well-recognized expert in stabilized, value-add, and distressed property auction sales. Steven has received multiple CoStar Power Broker honors and is also a recipient of the 2022 CREXI Platinum Broker award. Additionally, Steven is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Steven represents some of the nation’s most significant institutional funds, private equity firms, lenders & special servicers, and high net-worth investors.
BARRY SWATSENBARG COLLIERS DETROIT
Barry Swatsenbarg joined Colliers International in 2015 to expand the Detroit office’s investment sales capabilities. With over 24 years of experience, he has completed more than 500 transactions, including 15,000 apartment units and 30 million square feet of commercial assets. Consistently ranked among Colliers’ top producers, Barry is a multi-year recipient of the prestigious Everest Club Award, recognizing the top 10% of performers. Specializing in sellside brokerage, Barry excels in handling complex transactions involving REO, lender debt, receivership, and stabilized assets, delivering innovative solutions to maximize value in all market conditions.
BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT
TONY FAYNE COLLIERS
Jonna Group of Colliers has been Nationally recognized for over 20 years as a Top Multifamily/ Net Lease Brokerage Group, an industry leader, specializing in the sale of Multifamily (Senior Living, Student Housing and Affordable Housing among others) and Net-Lease Corporate Brands.
RON GOLDSTONE FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
With 38 years at NAI Farbman, Goldstone specializes in creative solutions from repositioning shopping centers office developments to creative reuses of vacant mid- and big-box retail developments. A career highlight was representing Extended Stay America on the acquisition of more than 20 prime commercial hotel sites throughout Michigan. Goldstone represented the consortium that acquired Mervyn’s California from Target Corporation and single- or multitenant net lease dispositions. “My drive, loyalty and never-give-up mentality is key to my success real estate. I joked with colleagues that I have made a career in this challenging business by not accepting the word ‘no,’”
BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT
BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT
BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT
BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT
KEVIN DILLON BERKADIA REAL ESTATE ADVISORS
Revered as a market leader and a top producer in the industry, Kevin Dillon, a Senior Managing Director for Great Lakes Investment Sales, has established himself as a leading force in the multifamily space and a specialist in the sale, refinance, and recapitalization of multifamily properties. Kevin has completed transactions totaling well over $4 billion dollars in his career. With industry-wide recognition as a resourceful strategist and tenacious advocate of his clients’ interests, Kevin prides himself on consistently delivering superior results year after year.
BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT
SIMON JONNA JONNA GROUP OF COLLIERS
Simon Jonna leads the Jonna Group of Colliers, a top-ranked commercial real estate brokerage specializing in net-lease, multifamily, criticalmass portfolios, urban towers, and mixed-use properties nationwide. Known for his consistent success, Simon has earned numerous honors, including recognition in the Wall Street Journal, the Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame, Dbusiness “30 in Their Thirties,” GlobeSt. Real Estate Influencer, CoreNet Global Broker of the Year, and CREXI’s #1 Sale Listing Broker Nationwide. An active speaker, investor, and author, Simon recently published *Diary of a Dealmaker*, sharing insights from his industry expertise.
Setting the Standard in Real Estate Law
• Permitting and Regulatory Compliance
• Land Use and Zoning
• Green Building and Sustainable Development
• Hotel Development
BEZTAK
HONEYCRISP VENTURES
RENOVARE DEVELOPMENT
HONEYCRISP VENTURES
We are an efficient, flexible, and transparent real estate development company that offers brokerage, development, and asset management services. Developed with the purpose of partnering with curated investors to achieve financial growth in real estate where others fail to see the potential, Honeycrisp Ventures has an efficient organizational structure and financial flexibility, allowing us to make decisions quickly and transparently. We are an experienced developer that has seen success in all shapes, sizes, and types of properties although we specialize in the industrial and self storage markets.
DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
RENOVARE DEVELOPMENT
Renovare Development is a majority woman-owned and led commercial real estate development company that focuses on transformational projects that serve a deep community need. With a focus on public-private partnerships, Renovare develops affordable housing and mixed-use projects with community-centric commercial spaces that meet the needs of working families and communities across Michigan. They prioritize brownfield sites and incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) components into each project through significant community input.
DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
BEZTAK
For more than 70 years, Beztak has developed, built, managed, and invested in luxury residential, senior living, commercial and industrial real estate throughout the United States. Today, Beztak owns and manages a diverse portfolio of multi-family residential and senior living real estate, offering comprehensive and customizable fee-based property management services for companies seeking to generate higher revenues from their assets while improving overall performance. Beztak continues to develop and construct new properties around the country, as well as renovate existing properties to add value or reposition them in the market. For more information, visit http://beztak.com/.
EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR:
AMY SCHIFFMAN, COLLIERS
CHRIS HILL, NEWMARK
JONATHON MARGOLIS, FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
LUKE TIMMIS, SIGNATURE ASSOCIATES
MITCH HUDEPOHL, ARCO NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION | DETROIT
ROMAN WILLIAMS, BEAL PROPERTIES
TREASURE THOMAS, GENERAL MOTORS
Roman Williams is a seasoned real estate professional with over 7 years of experience. He has completed 20 commercial leases in the last three months, including re-leasing the beloved Haab’s Restaurant in Ypsilanti. Currently managing 500,000 square feet across 46 listings, Roman has successfully transacted over 250,000 square feet overall. He secured prominent tenants like University Bank and increased office occupancy to 95%. An active community member, he serves on the Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority’s Equitable Investment Committee and shares insights through 100+ market posts, driving local engagement, only at the age of 25, priming him as a emerging leader. EMERGING LEADER
ROMAN WILLIAMS BEAL PROPERTIES
EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR
JONATHON MARGOLIS FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
Jonathon Margolis oversees asset management for Farbman Group’s portfolio of 30 million square feet, consisting of various asset classes and sectors. Mr. Margolis has extensive experience and expertise in distressed assets, acting as a court appointed receiver and providing asset management support on receiverships throughout the Midwest and Southeast. Mr. Margolis takes a very hands-on approach, tailoring unique business plans for each asset based on client needs and goals. Mr. Margolis’ experience also includes debt placement, recapitalization of equity, risk management, and asset disposition. He is committed to maximizing the value of each asset he oversees.
EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR
CHRIS HILL NEWMARK
Since joining Newmark Detroit’s industrial real estate team in 2020, following three years in their Chicago office, Chris has been instrumental in closing over 100 deals encompassing more than 3.5 million SF valued at $212.8 million. Over his four years in the Detroit market, Chris has developed extensive market knowledge, which has been invaluable to his clients. Chris was recognized as one of Newmark’s National Rising Stars in 2021, 2022, and 2023, and was acknowledged for his role in CoStar’s 2022 Industrial Deal of the Year, for his collaboration in the leasing of 2100 S Opdyke Rd to General Motors.
AMY SCHIFFMAN COLLIERS DETROIT
Amy is an accomplished Marketing Director with over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, working with both national and privately owned brokerage firms. She leads marketing efforts for Colliers’ five Michigan offices, driving growth and success by collaborating with brokers and staff to deliver innovative strategies. Throughout her career, Amy has built and developed marketing departments, managing teams of graphic designers, PR writers, administrative assistants, and research analysts. Her expertise extends to cost management and budget optimization, consistently enhancing efficiency.
EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR
MITCH HUDEPOHL ARCO NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION | DETROIT
Mitch Hudepohl brings ten years of construction industry experience to his role at ARCO National Construction. As a Project Manager, Mitch oversaw large-scale projects for ARCO’s national repeat clients. In 2024, Mitch played a key role in opening ARCO’s Detroit affiliate office, where he now leads business development efforts. His extensive industry knowledge and dedication to customer service have already made him an asset to clients in the Detroit market. Mitch is excited to continue supporting both new and existing customers across the region.
LEADER
TREASURE THOMAS GENERAL MOTORS
Treasure is a distinguished real estate professional leading global transactions at General Motors with a primary focus on its North America operations. She has experience with across the portfolio in office, warehousing, manufacturing and test track facilities. Known for her expertise in lease negotiations, contracts analysis and stakeholder collaboration, she brings a results-driven approach to optimizing real estate portfolios. Treasure leverages her legal and strategic insights to deliver value, drive growth and achieve sustainable success. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations, Master of Public Administration and Juris Doctor degrees.
LUKE
Luke Timmis specializes in leading investment sale transactions, with a focus on single-tenant net-lease and sale-leaseback deals across the country. As the founder of the Sale-Leaseback team at Signature Associates, Luke has driven its success, overseeing transactions totaling an impressive $800 million. In addition to his professional achievements, Luke is dedicated to giving back to his community. He serves as a lacrosse coach at his high school alma mater (Brother Rice High School), where he has mentored 13 student-athletes who have gone on to play at the NCAA Division I level.
EMERGING
OF THE YEAR
TIMMIS SIGNATURE ASSOCIATES
EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR
EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR
REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR:
DAWDA MANN
HONIGMAN LLP
MILLER CANFIELD
REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR
Founded in 1995, Dawda Mann is a premier law firm renowned for its expertise in real estate law. Based in Detroit, we represent leading retailers, developers, property owners, and lenders regionally and nationwide. With 40 attorneys, including 25 focused on real estate law and its subspecialties, we handle 800 to 1,000 real estate transactions annually in the Midwest alone. Our services span acquisitions, development, leasing, financing, construction, zoning, environmental law, and more. Consistently ranked among top real estate firms, our attorneys are recognized as thought leaders, contributing to publications, speaking on industry topics, and advancing excellence in real estate law.
REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR
MILLER CANFIELD
Miller Canfield has one of the largest groups of real estate attorneys in Michigan. We have earned a reputation for our ability to handle any real estate matter from inception to completion both on a local and national level, including matters involving: •General real estate representing clients in all aspects of corporate real estate matters, REIT transactions, and real estate finance matters, and portfolio and securitized loans in Michigan and across the U.S. •Construction and development •Energy infrastructure •Economic development incentives •Corporate real estate •Governmental entities •Real estate and construction litigation •Commercial real estate workout and foreclosure
REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR
HONIGMAN LLP
Honigman is a business law firm that operates with an eye towards responsiveness and innovation in all that we do. Founded in Detroit in 1948, we’ve expanded to include offices across Michigan, to Chicago and Washington, D.C. Our sophisticated attorneys counsel clients on complex issues in more than 60 legal practice areas. We’re proud to have recruited the best and brightest legal minds from across the United States – including from the U.S. Department of Justice, Am Law 50 firms, and leading global organizations – to help further strengthen our practice group expertise.
DAWDA MANN
ANDY GUTMAN, FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
MATT SCHIFFMAN, P.A. COMMERCIAL
ROBERT PLISKA, SPERRY - PROPERTY INVESTMENT COUNSELORS
SCOTT SHEFMAN, FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
ROBERT PLISKA
SPERRY - PROPERTY INVESTMENT COUNSELORS
Robert J. Pliska, CRE, CPA , MBA serves as President, SPERRY - Property Investment Counselors specializing in the sale, financing, leasing, managing, consulting, auctioning and accelerated marketing of commercial real estate properties. With over 45 years of experience, Pliska has secured over $1.5 billion in real estate transactions. SPERRY has over 65 offices nationally and has numerous international affiliates. Pliska is a local and national speaker, author, radio guest, panelist and social media expert for many local and national organizations. He is quoted in numerous publications. He is followed by thousands in social media. He sits on local, national and international Boards.
EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR
ANDY GUTMAN FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
Andy Gutman, President of Farbman Group, oversees over 30 million rsf of commercial real estate and more than 200 employees. With 30+ years in accounting, finance, and asset management, he has financed billions in assets, prioritizing client satisfaction and operational efficiency. An advocate for ethics, inclusion, and community, Andy serves on numerous boards, including Midtown Detroit, Inc., and the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce. A celebrated author and songwriter, he has received awards like Midwest Real Estate News Hall of Fame inductee and other real estate executive of the year awards. His leadership has earned Farbman multiple prestigious accolades.
OF THE
YEAR
MATT SCHIFFMAN P.A. COMMERCIAL
As CEO of P.A. Commercial, Matt has established himself as a true leader in commercial real estate. With over a decade of experience at the firm, he is widely recognized for his exceptional leadership skills, ability to mentor new team members, and implementing new processes that have resulted in exponential growth for the company. Matt has a proven track record with owner representation, tenant representation, sales, and leasing. His negotiation skills are second to none, and he has been instrumental in closing deals in office, flex, and new construction projects.
EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR
SCOTT SHEFMAN FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
Scott Shefman, President of Friedman Real Estate, has driven the company’s remarkable growth. Starting as Vice President of Acquisitions over 25 years ago, he has built and led a team of 500 professionals, transforming Friedman into a regional powerhouse. His visionary leadership and commitment to excellence have been pivotal in achieving remarkable growth and setting new industry standards. Scott’s ability to inspire and lead a diverse team has been vital to Friedman Real Estate’s success, making him a true leader in the industry.
EXECUTIVE
EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR:
FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
GREYSTAR
HAYMAN COMPANY
KAFTAN COMMUNITIES
METRO DETROIT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
SUPERIOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, LLC
THOMAS DUKE CO
FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
As one of the nation’s largest privately held full-service commercial real estate organizations, Friedman Real Estate provides clients with a single point of contact for the full range of Advisory, Property Management, Brokerage, Capital Markets, and Construction services. Friedman manages over 200 commercial properties encompassing more than 18.2M SF and more than 16,250 apartment homes throughout the United States. Friedman’s brokerage team has over 600 current listings with more than $22B in closed transactions. As the owner and manager of commercial property for over 37 years, Friedman understands what it takes to achieve results that maximize their clients’ objectives.
SMS’s mission is to deliver superior management performance, allowing long-term sustainability and serving the communities we manage. It’s a privilege to provide over 100 team members across Michigan and Ohio a career they can be proud of. SMS is driven to provide a culture that honors integrity, compassion and culture.
GREYSTAR
Greystar is a leading real estate company with a strong presence in Michigan, specializing in property management, development, and investment. The company manages a variety of residential communities, including luxury apartments and student housing, across key cities in the state. Greystar focuses on providing high-quality living spaces with modern amenities, excellent customer service, and sustainable design. Their innovative approach enhances urban living in Michigan while delivering value to investors and property owners. Greystar’s operations in Michigan reflect its global commitment to excellence in rental housing and creating desirable living environments for residents.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR
SUPERIOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, LLC
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR
HAYMAN COMPANY
Hayman Company is a full-service commercial real estate provider that delivers comprehensive, boutique-style services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Hayman Company fulfills a wide array of services from property and asset management, third-party management, due diligence services and more; each with a hands-on approach and personalized solutions across a wide range of commercial real estate sectors.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR
KAFTAN COMMUNITIES
Kaftan Communities is a division of Kaftan Enterprises, Inc., which has earned a solid reputation as an innovative leader in the property management, development and construction industries. The Kaftan portfolio has steadily grown since its founding in 1965 and today encompasses many awardwinning apartment communities. It has an extensive history of building and managing apartment communities, condominium residences and commercial real estate ventures throughout Michigan and Florida. Learn more at KaftanCommunities.com.
MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR
At Thomas Duke, we foster relationships. From investors to tenants, construction workers to municipal leaders, we have over 40 years in this region building and maintaining relationships with our clients and partners. We also encourage in-house collaboration. Unlike most brokerages, we believe a collaborative team helps both our staff and our clients quickly achieve success. At Thomas Duke, we are five generations of Detroit brokers, builders, developers, and investors. When you choose us, you choose a 120 year lineage of putting vision into action. Our services include but not limited to brokerage, leasing, and full-service property management.
Founded in 1976, Farbman Group is a full-service real estate company with a rich legacy spanning multiple generations. With deep Midwest expertise and a global reach, Farbman Group is recognized as one of the most respected names in the industry. The company is committed to delivering world-class service across its diverse portfolio, which includes property management, leasing, brokerage, construction, development, etc. . Trusted by clients for its innovation, integrity, and proven results, Farbman Group continues to set the standard for excellence in real estate. Its dedication to creating value and fostering partnerships solidifies its reputation as a leader in the field.
THOMAS DUKE CO
FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
PROPERTY
METRO DETROIT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Metro Detroit Property Management is a comprehensive property management firm dedicated to maximizing your real estate investment. Our services include tenant screening and placement, daily maintenance, property turnovers, and full renovations. We ensure timely rent collection and provide owners with access to our user-friendly property management software for real-time updates. With a commitment to quality and efficiency, we handle all aspects of property management, allowing you to enjoy peace of mind while we take care of your property’s needs. Trust us to protect your investment and enhance your rental experience.
BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT SALES:
ENCORE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT SERVICES
INCOME PROPERTY ORGANIZATION
MARCUS & MILLICHAP
BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT SALES
ENCORE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT SERVICES
Drawing from decades of experience, we advise our clients (sellers or buyers) on all aspects of their portfolio. Encore is dedicated to creating value for sellers through extensive market knowledge, procuring access to the largest group of qualified investors and 1031 exchange buyers, and creating a climate which elicits a network of broker cooperation. Encore facilitates sale-leaseback options by advising property owners on selling their real estate assets and subsequently leasing them back. Whether it’s a new acquisition or refinance, our capital team can offer the best financing or refinancing package in terms of loan terms and loan proceeds.
BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT SALES
INCOME PROPERTY ORGANIZATION
Income Property Organization (IPO) is one of the Midwest’s leading privately held multifamily brokerage firms, with 25 years of dedicated advisory experience across the spectrum of multifamily real estate. IPO’s senior leadership team has collectively advised on thousands of transactions in the multifamily apartment industry, in several key regions. While we continue our focus on growth, we are very proud to reflect on our historical achievements, including the successful brokerage of more than 1,750 properties and 100,000 plus units, representing in excess of $8.5 Billion in transactional value.
BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT SALES
MARCUS & MILLICHAP
Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading national brokerage firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services with offices throughout the United States and Canada. As of December 31, 2023, the company had 1,783 investment sales and financing professionals in over 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The company also offers market research, consulting and advisory services to clients. As of October 1, 2024, Marcus & Millichap has closed 5,118 transactions in the trailing 12 months, with a sales volume of approximately $30.1 billion.
WOMAN OF THE YEAR:
BARBARA EATON, COLLIERS
BETSY WAGNER, HOBBS + BLACK ARCHITECTS
SANDY EISHO, FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
SHANNON SELBY, DETROIT REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP
TRACY BROWN, FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
SHANNON SELBY DETROIT REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP
Shannon Selby is Vice President of Real Estate for the Detroit Regional Partnership. She leads the operations and execution of the industrial site readiness program: Verified Industrial Properties (VIP by DRP). The program simplifies the site selection process and provides corporate decision makers with an easily accessible online inventory of vacant industrial properties vetted by third-party civil engineers. Selby was hired at the inception of VIP by DRP and has advanced the program from 9 pilot sites and a $500,000 budget to a $17-million program with nearly 60 sites scaling to 120. Selby is a licensed broker in Michigan & Arizona.
BETSY WAGNER HOBBS + BLACK ARCHITECTS
Betsy Hobbs Wagner, President of Hobbs+Black Architects, brings 26 years of dedication to her role. Previously serving as Senior Vice President and Director of Business Development, she has excelled as a leader, mentor, and top-performing sales producer. Betsy’s leadership continues the legacy of this family-founded firm, ensuring the Hobbs name remains synonymous with architectural excellence. Her awardwinning work in interior design, combined with her innovative approach to business development, has solidified Hobbs+Black’s reputation as a leader in the industry. Known for exceptional relationship-building skills, tireless work ethic, and positive attitude, Betsy has been instrumental in driving the firm’s continued success.
TRACY BROWN FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
Tracy Brown is the Senior Managing Director of Multifamily Real Estate. She is a licensed Michigan Real Estate salesperson and has her CPM (Certified Property Manager) designation through the Institute of Real Estate Management. She has more than 25 years of property management experience, including conventional market rate, section 8-11, section 8-D3, and LHITC. Prior to joining Friedman, she worked as Director of Property Management for a New York-based firm overseeing a portfolio of properties in Detroit and Manhattan.
Barbara is a seasoned commercial real estate broker with over 30 years of experience representing landlords and tenants worldwide. She specializes in crafting strategic solutions for acquisitions, dispositions, build-to-suit projects, leases, and renewals, with transaction volumes exceeding $1 billion globally. Her clients include prominent names like ThyssenKrupp, Cooper Standard Automotive, GM, Delphi, and Central Michigan University. Barbara has managed brokerage teams and overseen 15 million square feet of transactions for major developers. A recipient of numerous accolades, including CoStar Power Broker and Crain’s Notable Women in Real Estate, she is also a Midwest Real Estate News Hall of Fame inductee.
SANDY EISHO FARBMAN GROUP/ NAI FARBMAN
Sandy Eisho, Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff for Farbman Group and related companies oversees Client Solutions, Farbman Group’s division focused on customer service and satisfaction and oversees the company’s administrative support team. Ms. Eisho works to proactively resolve client challenges and seeks ways to ensure a positive client experience. She is relationship focused and helps create partnerships with the tenants that make up Farbman Group’s 30,000,000 rsf of commercial real estate and each client within the Farbman Group’s myriad of companies. Ms. Eisho helps to ensure corporate processes and procedures are effective, efficient, and enforced.
BARBARA EATON COLLIERS DETROIT
WOMAN OF THE YEAR
WOMAN OF THE YEAR
WOMAN OF THE YEAR
WOMAN OF THE YEAR
WOMAN OF THE YEAR
BROKER OF THE YEAR –LEASING:
ALAN STERN, FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
DANIEL CANVASSER, NEWMARK
JOHN FRICKE, COLLIERS
ALAN STERN FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
Alan stands out in the CRE community through his active involvement as a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers. He represents a diverse national portfolio and has completed transactions with regional retailers, including Sherwin-Williams, Taco Bell, Menards, Crunch Fitness, Wendy’s, Verizon Wireless, Subway, and Planet Fitness. His dedication and professional network significantly contribute to his distinguished reputation among his peers. Alan’s consistent performance and numerous accolades underscore his exceptional contributions to the CRE industry. This makes him an outstanding candidate who personifies the spirit of this prestigious nomination for the CRE Lease Broker of the Year award.
BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING
JOHN FRICKE COLLIERS DETROIT
John Fricke brings over 30 years of experience in commercial real estate. A former founding principal of the office division at Signature Associates, John is a consistent top producer with expertise in agency and occupier services. He has managed significant transactions across office, educational, medical, financial, automotive, and technology sectors. Notable clients include MSU, UofM, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital System, and automotive suppliers like BorgWarner and Bosch. His achievements include high-profile leases such as Ford Motor Company’s 240,000 SF deal at Fairlane Mall. John has earned numerous awards, including CoStar Power Broker and Top Office Leasing Broker honors.
OF THE YEAR - LEASING
DANIEL CANVASSER NEWMARK
As an Executive Managing Director at Newmark, Daniel Canvasser manages diverse transactions on behalf of clients ranging from complicated leases, to site selection and negotiation for buildto-suit requirements. He has completed leases and sales that included space and buildings ranging in size from 5,000 to 2.2 million square feet. Over the past 20 years, Daniel Canvasser has closed over 1,700 leased and 122 sales valued at over 1.1 Billion Dollars and 13.1 million SF.
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BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE
COLLIERS
FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
GLOBAL REAL ESTATE ADVISORS (GREA)
P.A. COMMERCIAL
SIGNATURE ASSOCIATES
TRANSWESTERN
COLLIERS
Colliers is a leading global diversified professional services company, specializing in commercial real estate services, engineering consultancy and investment management. With operations in 70 countries, our 22,000 enterprising professionals provide exceptional service and expert advice to clients. For nearly 30 years, our experienced leadership – with substantial inside ownership – has consistently delivered approximately 20% compound annual investment returns for shareholders. With annual revenues exceeding $4.5 billion and $99 billion of assets under management, Colliers maximizes the potential of property, infrastructure and real assets to accelerate the success of our clients, investors and people.
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BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE
FRIEDMAN REAL ESTATE
As one of the nation’s largest privately held full-service commercial real estate organizations, Friedman Real Estate provides clients with a single point of contact for the full range of Advisory, Property Management, Brokerage, Capital Markets, and Construction services. Friedman manages over 200 commercial properties encompassing more than 18.2M SF and more than 16,250 apartment homes throughout the United States. Friedman’s brokerage team has over 600 current listings with more than $22B in closed transactions. As the owner and manager of commercial property for over 37 years, Friedman understands what it takes to achieve results that maximize their clients’ objectives.
BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - FULL SERVICE
P.A. COMMERCIAL
P.A. Commercial is an award-winning, boutique firm that specializes in a unique mix of commercial real estate, investment, and development services for small to large-sized businesses and investors. We offer fully integrated commercial real estate solutions for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants for office, industrial, retail, land, multi-family, and investment properties throughout metro Detroit. With our intimate knowledge of the metro Detroit market and unstoppable drive, we’re here to ensure you get topnotch representation on your commercial real estate journey.
GLOBAL REAL ESTATE ADVISORS (GREA)
Global Real Estate Advisors (GREA), is a full-service real estate advisory firm specializing in multifamily acquisitions and dispositions, as well as debt and equity services
BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - FULL SERVICE
TRANSWESTERN
Five dynamic, integrated companies make up the Transwestern enterprise, giving us the perspective to think broadly, deeply and creatively about commercial real estate. Clients and investors rely on us for expertise that spans institutional and opportunistic investment, development, hospitality, and brokerage and asset services. Our award-winning, collaborative culture empowers innovative solutions, reinforcing a reputation for service excellence that translates to measurable results. Through offices nationwide and alliance partners around the globe, we positively impact the built environment and our communities while fostering a work climate that champions career vitality for all. Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.
SIGNATURE ASSOCIATES
Signature Associates provides a diverse service platform including brokerage services, tenant/purchaser representation, investment sales, advisory and management services, strategic consulting, marketing/research and tax advisory services. Signature Associates consistently maintains 42% of the market share and over the course of the last three years, Signature has executed over 4,100 transactions totaling 96 million square feet and 6,300 acres, with a combined value exceeding $4.7 billion. Signature’s Advisory and Management team regularly performs construction management services for projects totaling over $60 million and managed more than 12.6 million square feet of commercial space for our third-party clients.
