Deborah Stearns of GVA Advantis-Norfolk to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award

NORFOLK, VA. –– GVA Advantis-Norfolk is pleased to announce that Deborah K. Stearns, (top right photo) CPM, SIOR, Executive Director, will be awarded the VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads 2009 Lenora Mathews Lifetime Achievement Award on April 29th.

This prestigious award is given in recognition of her dedication to serving Hampton Roads and is presented each year to recognize leaders whose actions continue to influence the quality of life in the Hampton Roads area.

VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads, a full-service management support organization for the nonprofit sector, was established in 1957 and works to strengthen nonprofits through training and volunteerism to improve the community.

“GVA Advantis is extremely proud of Deborah and this award confirms what our company has known for years; that Deborah Stearns is an excellent business person and more importantly, a committed leader whose philanthropic efforts have always come first.

"As a company that promotes a culture of high performance and civic participation, I couldn’t be more pleased to see Deborah receive this honor”, said Tim Hague, (bottom left photo) President, GVA Advantis.

Contact: Susan Childress, 757.213.8217, schildress@gvaadvantis.com

GVA Advantis Closes 2 Industrial Leases Totaling 270,000 SF in NC and VA

U.S. COAST GUARD MOVES INTO 102,000 SF AT FORMER WAL-MART LOCATION
IN ELIZABETH CITY, NC

NORFOLK, VA – GVA Advantis announces the lease of 102,000 SF to the U.S. Coast Guard at the Port Elizabeth Shopping Center (top right photo) in Elizabeth City, NC.

John Wessling, associate and Bill Overman, CCIM, senior director with GVA Advantis, represented the landlord, BH Properties.

“It is gratifying working with a company whose representatives consistently practice integrity and reliability. GVA Advantis is professional, honest, fair, and very responsive.” says Laurette Tulley of the U.S. Coast Guard Civil Engineering Unit.The space was formerly occupied by Wal-Mart and will now be used for storage of aircraft parts.

DIAMOND HILL PLYWOOD TAKES 150,000 SF IN DOSWELL, VA

NORFOLK, VA – (April 2009) – GVA Advantis announces Diamond Hill Plywood Company, Inc. has leased 150,000 SF of warehouse/distribution space at 17320 Washington Highway in Doswell, Virginia. (bottom left photo)

Stephanie Sanker, CCIM, SIOR, senior director and Clay Culbreth, CCIM, SIOR, senior director, with GVA Advantis-Norfolk, represented the tenant and Porter Realty represented the landlord.

Diamond Hill Plywood was established over 60 years ago, establishing itself as a major wholesale distributor of building material and construction products to the retail and industrial market segments.

The company, with a network of 9 sales and distribution centers in Georgia, Virginia, Tennessee and the Carolinas (and a reload center), serves a customer base throughout the Southeastern states.The tenant has consolidated their Richmond and Chesapeake, VA operations into this location.

Contact: Susan Childress, Regional Director of Marketing, Advantis Real Estate Services Co.,
757.213.8217. schildress@gvaadvantis.com

http://www.gvaadvantis.com/

GVA Advantis Posts Transactions in Norfolk and Newport News, VA

NORFOLK, VA – GVA Advantis is pleased to announce the Norfolk and Newport News offices recently negotiated the following transactions:

LEASES:

§ Diamond Hill Plywood Company, Inc. has leased 150,000 SF of industrial space at 17320 Washington Highway in Doswell, VA. Stephanie Sanker and Clay Culbreth represented the tenant.
§ The U.S. Coast Guard has leased 102,000 SF of retail space at Port Elizabeth in Elizabeth City, NC. John Wessling and Bill Overman represented the landlord.

(Harbour Center, Hampton, VA, top right photo)

§ Lumber Liquidators has expanded into 50,000 SF at 300 West Park Lane in Hampton, VA. Michael Shapiro represented the tenant and Stephanie Sanker and Clay Culbreth represented the landlord.

(Oyster Point Plaza, Newport News, middle left photo)

§ Policy Studios, Inc. has leased 12,305 SF of office space at Hampton Technology Center I in Hampton, VA. Garren Brown represented the tenant.
§ Buffalo Wild Wings has leased 5,594 SF of retail space at New Town Shoppes in Williamsburg, VA. JC Wynkoop represented the tenant.
§ Nancom, Inc. has leased 5,000 SF of retail space at the Williamsburg Pavilion Shops in Williamsburg, VA. Mike Mausteller represented the landlord.
§ Spirit Empire Cheerleading has leased 3,000 SF of industrial space at 802 Blue Crab Road in Newport News, VA. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.
§ Singapore Cuisine has leased 2,800 SF of retail space at Bennett’s Creek Crossing in Suffolk, VA. Edward Salyers and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ The Glass Gallery, Ltd. has leased 2,250 SF of retail space at Kiln Creek Center in Yorktown, VA. Michael Shapiro and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ Allen Management has leased 2,200 SF of office space at 736 Thimble Shoals Blvd. in Newport News, VA. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.

(Timberlake Shopping Center, Virginia Beach, middle right photo)

§ Virginia CheerTyme Allstars has leased 2,000 SF of industrial space at 11838 Canon Blvd. in Newport News, VA. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.
§ Taylor’d Cleaning and Restoration Services, Inc. has leased 2,000 SF of industrial space at 11836 Canon Blvd. in Newport News, VA. Michael Shapiro represented the landlord.
§ Epix Funding has leased 1,800 SF of office space at Executive Cove in Virginia Beach, VA. Brian Kollar and Keith Pezzella represented the landlord.

§ AcuCal, Inc. has leased 1,800 SF of industrial space at 1910 Weeksville Road in Elizabeth City, NC. Brian Baker and John Wessling represented the landlord.
§ Lee’s Cleaners has renewed their lease on 1,400 SF of retail space in the Denbigh Crossing Shopping Center in Newport News, VA. Edward Salyers and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ Discount Cleaners has extended their lease on 1,400 SF of retail space at Oyster Point Plaza in Newport News, VA. Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ China Moon has leased 1,400 SF of retail space in Harbour View Marketplace in Suffolk, VA. JC Wynkoop represented the tenant.
§ Sam’s Subs has renewed their leased on 1,200 SF in the Yorkshire Downs Shopping Center in York County, VA. Michael Shapiro and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ Internet Time and More has leased 1,200 SF of retail space at the Francisco Village Shopping Center in Newport News, VA. Michael Shapiro and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ Expert Tailoring has renewed their lease on 1,160 SF of retail space in Denbigh Crossing Shopping Center in Newport News, VA. Edward Salyers and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ Internet Café has leased 1,150 SF of retail space at Timberlake Shopping Center in Virginia Beach, VA. Michael Miller represented the tenant.
§ J&S Technology Solutions, Inc. has renewed their lease on 1,135 SF at Denbigh Crossing in Newport News, VA. Edward Salyers and Ursula Seidel represented the landlord.
§ Apex Systems has leased 1,102 SF of office space in The World Trade Center in Norfolk, VA. Wes Edwards and Don Crigger represented the landlord.
§ Terry Grinnalds leased 1,100 SF of office space at Harbour Center in Hampton, VA. Chris Bendit represented the landlord.

SALES:

Hampton Roads Church of Christ has purchased 3,200 SF building on 4.7 acres at 2520 Holland Road in Suffolk, VA. Bill Throne represented the purchaser.

Media Contact: Susan Childress, 213.8217, schildress@gvaadvantis.com

Stephanie Sanker of GVA Advantis Norfolk Receives SIOR Pin

NORFOLK, VA-- GVA Advantis is pleased to announce Stephanie Sanker, (top right photo) CCIM, has received the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) designation.

Stephanie specializes in the sale and leasing of industrial properties throughout Hampton Roads.

In addition to Tenant/Buyer representation, Stephanie is well known for her Landlord/Seller representation. Stephanie prides herself on the creation and implementation of aggressive marketing plans and constant communication with her clients.

“The SIOR designation recognizes consistent performance at the top of the designee's market. Stephanie's tenacity and success have allowed her to qualify for this prestigious designation. She is to be congratulated for achieving this recognition", says Deborah Stearns, SIOR, CPM, Executive Director, Norfolk office.

Contact: Susan Childress, 213.8217s, childress@gvaadvantis.com

Tidewater Packaging Extends Lease in Chesapeake, VA

NORFOLK, VA – GVA Advantis announces Tidewater Packaging Services, LLC has extended their lease on 19,400 SF in Suite G and expanded into an additional 13,100 SF of space in Suite H at 1400 Cavalier Boulevard (top right photo) in Chesapeake.

Bill Throne, SIOR, CCIM, ALC, Senior Director in the Norfolk office, represented the tenant in this transaction.

“Bill is a professional presenting realistic options and opportunities for a small business needing a trusted real estate advisor. His knowledge about the industrial market in our region was immensely helpful and he is an excellent advocate for his client.” said Debra Lybrand, CPA, President, The TPS Group.

TPS is a premier third party logistics provider which offers services including packaging and crating, warehousing and logistical services.

Contact: Susan Childress, 757.213.8217, schildress@gvaadvantis.com