LEE & ASSOCIATES GROWS CENTRAL CALIFORNIA PRESENCE WITH NEW SATELLITE OFFICE IN BAKERSFIELD, CA

 

Chad Brock

BAKERSFIELD, CA  – Lee & Associates, the largest broker-owned commercial real estate firm in North America, has transitioned from a satellite office to a freestanding office, granting them access to Lee & Associates unique capital structure benefits.

Michael Ming

Additionally, the office will aid in growing connectivity, resources, and leadership in the Central Coast region. 

The Lee & Associates Central California team, which opened as a Satellite in February of last year, is led by Chad Brock and Michael Ming.

Nanette Yoshimi

Their team consists of 22 professionals, including Stephen Kritscher, JoAnn Wall, Nat DiBuduo, Amanda Brock, Vali Nemetz, Janie Gatzman, George Ming, Emily Ming, Ryan Metzler, Dan Cobb, Lauren McNinch, Melinda Bie, Steve Leider, Christi Vior, Tom Davidson, Jeff Allen, Marty Indvik, Eric Powers, Ross Puskarich, Frank Oberti, and Steve Relth.

                                      Mike Tingus

“It is with immense excitement that we announce our formal integration into Lee & Associates, marking the inception of our independent office strategically positioned to cater to the dynamic markets of the Central Valley and Central California,” said Brock.

JoAnn Wall

“The robust resources and unwavering support extended by the Lee & Associates team have met and exceeded our expectations.  

"As we diligently set plans into motion, we anticipate a future brimming with unparalleled opportunities for our brokers and the clientele we proudly serve.”

 Amanda Brock

Ming added, "with a legacy of innovation and client-focused solutions, our Central California office is poised to redefine the landscape of commercial and agricultural real estate, one thriving partnership at a time."

The structure of Lee & Associates is unique in that it is entirely debt-free. Over our 45-year history, the capital deployed during the opening of new offices is raised in advance by Lee & Associates principals across North America.

Janie Gatzman

As shareholders of the company, this separates us from our competition and creates one common goal: to provide seamless, consistent execution and value-driven market-to-market services to our clients.

Melinda Bie

“The importance of our Central California presence is underscored by the quality of the leadership we have been able to attract and partner with. Mike Ming and Chad Brock bring outstanding resumes, market penetration, and quality leadership experience.

 

Vali Nemetz

"They will operate in an important and growing region in California that includes the Central Coast and Central Valley, areas that abut some of our most productive existing teams,"said Jeffrey Rinkov, CEO of Lee & Associates.

Christi Vior

“I am very enthusiastic about the additional asset classes they will provide coverage and expertise for, most notably their long history of successful agricultural, mineral rights, alternative energy, and redevelopment practices.

Marty Indvik

I thank Mike Tingus, Nanette Yoshimi, and our Los Angeles North offices for supporting this effort and helping to formulate this important partnership."

Stephen Kritscher

Lee & Associates has established an emphasis on expansion.

 New office locations in the last five years include Tampa Bay, FL; Lafayette, LA; Lincoln, NE; Western Pennsylvania; Central California; Kansas City, KS; Baton Rouge, LA; Calgary, AB; Nashville, TN; Los Angeles – Downtown, CA; San Francisco, CA; Omaha, NE; Naples, FL; Washington, DC; Boston, MA; and Toronto, ON.

 

CONTACTS:

Pamela Murphy

pmurphy@lee-associates.com

Ware Malcomb Announces Promotions of Lori Ambrusch and Christopher Lazenby in Washington, DC Office

 

Lori Ambrusch

WASHINGTON DC – Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, has promoted Lori Ambrusch to Regional Director and Christopher Lazenby to Civil Engineering Manager in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. 

In her new role as Regional Director, Ambrusch is responsible for overall office leadership. She previously led the office’s Science & Technology Studio, which she will continue to oversee.

 

Christopher Lazenby

 An active member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), Ambrusch is an award-winning and published designer and regular editorial contributor to Lab Design News.

“Lori possesses a unique skill set that generates client confidence and facilitates the firm’s growth,” said Cameron Trefry, Regional Vice President. “She is a true ambassador of the Ware Malcomb brand, and her strong leadership will serve her well at the helm of the Washington, D.C. office.”

 

Cameron Trefry

Ambrusch received her Master of Architecture degree in Urban Design and Certificate in Laboratory Design from Harvard University, and Bachelor of Architecture degree from The Pennsylvania State University.

  She is an industry mentor as part of the ISPE Women in Pharma/Emerging Leaders mentoring program and participates regularly in the Chesapeake Bay Area Chapter. 

With his promotion to Civil Engineering Manager, Lazenby is responsible for growing the office’s civil engineering team, fostering client relationships, developing new business, and working closely with the rest of the D.C. office to continue building the Ware Malcomb presence in the Mid-Atlantic states.

 He joined Ware Malcomb in 2023 as a Senior Project Manager and became the first registered professional engineer for the firm in the region. 

Ed Wilkes

“Chris brings strong leadership, organization and care to every project he is involved in, and every personal interaction,” said Ed Wilkes, Regional Director, Civil Engineering.

  “He consistently exceeds his goals while finding the time to mentor and develop those around him. His commitment to excellence is truly commendable and we look forward to his continued success with the firm.”

Lazenby graduated from Virginia Tech University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and is a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Washington D.C., Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. 

 CONTACTS:

 Rachel Devany

VP Public Relations, KCOMM for Ware Malcomb

rachel@kcomm.com

 Maria Rodgers

Director, PR & Communications

 949.660.9128

mrodgers@waremalcomb.com

 Sean Boswell

 PR Associate

949.660.9128

sboswell@waremalcomb.com

Lee & Associates South Florida Welcomes Oscar Musibay as Vice President

 

Oscar Musibay

MIAMI, FL – Lee & Associates South Florida strengthened its team of office real estate specialists with the arrival of Oscar Musibay as Vice President. Based in Miami, Musibay focuses on office landlord agency and tenant representation throughout the tri-county area.

 Musibay will work closely with Lee & Associates South Florida Principal Bert Checa, who heads up the firm’s Office Landlord Agency and Tenant Representation team.

Bert Checa

“Oscar Musibay is a tremendous addition to our growing team of office-focused real estate brokers,” Lee & Associates South Florida President Matthew Rotolante said. “He brings a valuable combination of market knowledge, relationships and entrepreneurial spirit."

 

Prior to joining Lee & Associates South Florida, Musibay was involved in site acquisition logistics for redevelopment of real estate properties at the Deering Companies.

Matthew Rotolante

Raised in South Florida, Musibay earned his bachelor’s degree from Florida International University. He currently resides in Miami Beach.

 

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Eric Kalis

Senior Vice President

ekalis@boardroompr.com

C 305-794-5123

O 954-370-8999

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