Thursday, October 18, 2018

Native Realty Expands with Addition of Hospitality Specialist John Brewer



John Brewer

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL –– Native Realty, the pioneering Fort Lauderdale commercial real estate firm led by Jaime Sturgis, has continued its aggressive growth with the addition of John Brewer.

Jaime Sturgis
The real estate agent brings vast hospitality experience to the firm, with a particular focus on creative restaurant and entertainment concepts.

A South Florida native, Brewer spent more than 20 years in the hospitality industry in New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas – among other markets.

His work with notable bars, restaurants and nightclubs in those cities gave him first-hand experience with the kind of place-making that Native Realty is doing in Fort Lauderdale’s emerging neighborhoods.

 As a commercial real estate agent, Brewer has completed office, industrial and retail transactions. He has made a name for himself finding solutions for complex deals involving second-generation restaurant space.

Sara Dorfman

Brewer’s tenant representation in the restaurant sector includes Zona Fresca Fresh Mex and Bufarella La Pizza Di Napoli.

 Before joining Native Realty, Brewer worked with Azor Restaurant Advisors, Prakas & Co. and Park View Commercial Properties.

 “We are excited to welcome John to our growing team,” said Sturgis. “His energy, creativity and enthusiasm for creating the neighborhoods we all live, work and play in fit perfectly with the professionals here. 

Amanda Roy
"We continue to look for opportunities to add talented and dynamic agents who share our passion.”

 Earlier this year, Native Realty announced the additions of real estate agents Sara Dorfman and Amanda Roy. Dorfman specializes in multifamily, vacant land and office leasing, while Roy focuses on investment sales and leasing industrial and retail assets.

Native Realty is headquartered at 719 NE Second Ave. in Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village.

 CONTACT:

Eric Kalis
Account Director
 BoardroomPR
O 954-370-8999
C 305-794-5123
Bank of America Plaza | 1776 N Pine Island Road

Marcus & Millichap Brokers $11.7 Million Sale of 108-Unit Osprey Landings Apartments in Daytona Beach, FL


 

Osprey Landings, 1756 South Clyde Morris Boulevard,
Daytona Beach, FL

Michael P. Regan
DAYTONA BEACH, FL, Oct. 18, 2018 – Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate investment services firm with offices throughout the United States and Canada, today announced the sale of Osprey Landings, a 108-unit apartment property located in Daytona Beach, Fla., according to Ari Ravi, regional manager of the firm’s Tampa office.

The asset sold for $11,700,000.

Francesco P. Carriera and Michael P. Regan, investment specialists in Marcus & Millichap’s Tampa office, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller, a private investor.  

The buyer, a private investor, was also secured and represented by  Carriera and Regan.

“The buyer saw an opportunity to continue a proven interior upgrade in exchange for monthly rent premiums to the tune of $270-$300,” says Mr. Regan.

Osprey Landings is a 108-unit multifamily community located in Volusia County’s Daytona Beach, Fla.

Francesco P. Carriera
The property was built in 1985 and features a unit mix of 33 percent one-bedroom/one-bathroom units with 700 rentable square feet and 67 percent two-bedroom/two-bath units with 1,000 rentable square feet.

The community amenities include a basketball court, fitness center, picnic areas, scenic lakes views, tennis court and swimming pool. 

Osprey Landings is located at 1756 South Clyde Morris Boulevard in Daytona Beach, Fla.
           
 CONTACT:

Ari Ravi
Regional Manager, Tampa
(813) 387-4700

CHMWarnick’s Emily Wilson Receives ISHC Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence in Hospitality Consulting

From left: Kristie Dickinson, Emily Wilson and Lori Raleigh 

MIAMI, FL, Oct. 18, 2018: The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) announced Emily Wilson as the recipient of the fourth annual Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence in Hospitality Consulting. 

Wilson was honored at the ISHC annual conference, held this year in Miami Beach, Fla. The guest of honor received a complimentary registration and travel allowance to attend the three-day event, including access to global hospitality experts featured throughout the conference program and exclusive ISHC member networking events.

 Wilson also was awarded a complimentary one-year Associate Membership to the ISHC to further professional relationships and continue experiencing all that the Society has to offer through events and interacting with top hospitality industry consultants from around the globe. 

“It is important to ISHC to recognize and encourage young talented individuals who are on the path to becoming future industry leaders," commented Andrea Belfanti, ISHC executive director.

Andrea Belfanti

"Emily’s achievements and success this early on in her career are quite impressive. We’re thrilled to have her join the ranks of the best of the best in hospitality consulting as an Associate Member of ISHC.” 

The award is named in honor of Lori Raleigh, who is well known as an advocate for continuing education in hospitality consulting and for supporting young talent with creative and passionate leadership. 

Raleigh is the founder of The Travers Group and served as the executive director of the ISHC from 2000 to 2013. She also contributed to two important industry texts, co-authoring Hotel Investments: Issues & Perspectives and serving as co-editor and contributing author of Hotel Asset Management: Principles and Practices.

Wilson is a vice president and asset manager at CHMWarnick, a global hotel asset management and owner advisory services firm. She is responsible for enhancing asset value on behalf of a wide range of property types and brands, with direct asset management responsibility for approximately $750 million in client investments. 

Lori Raleigh

She specializes in implementing strategies for optimizing performance of select-service hotels and large-scale convention properties and has identified significant value upside opportunities through revenue management and group booking strategies. 

Emily was named as one of “The Hotel Industry’s Top Rising Talent Under 30” by Hotel Management in 2014 and has authored several published articles on hotel ownership issues. 

Prior to joining CHMWarnick in 2013, Wilson worked in operations for Ocean Properties, where she held a variety of management positions within the front office and housekeeping departments, as well as served as a member of the task force team, where she served as an interim general manager. 

Wilson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management from the University of New Hampshire and certificate in Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management from Cornell University. 

Wilson is a member of the Hospitality Asset Managers’ Association and sits on the Advisory Board as the University Scholarship Coordinator for Come Unity, a non-profit organization that partners with East African communities to develop sustainable solutions to poverty.

“Being awarded the Lori Raleigh Award for Emerging Excellence from the esteemed members of the ISHC is quite an honor. 

"As women in hospitality, I feel it is our duty to build bridges for the next generation, which is exactly what this award stands to do. 

"Becoming a member of this close-knit organization will provide networking opportunities that I plan to leverage, not only for my career, but for the advancement of all women within the industry. 

"In my field of hotel asset management, I am often the only woman sitting in meetings. I’ve learned how to make my voice heard and my ideas respected, but I look forward to the day when the room is half filled with other women. 

"Since I’ve only worked in the industry for a decade or so, I look forward to decades to come and the changes we will make together.”

CONTACTS:

CHRIS DALY
PRESIDENT
DALY GRAY PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC.
620 Herndon Parkway, Suite 115 | Herndon, VA 20170
Main: 703-435-6293
Mobile: 703-864-5553


Lauren Marshall, 
Director of Membership & Marketing 
Email: lmarshall@ishc.com 
Phone: 678-735-9453

www.ishc.com.




Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Gary Vaynerchuk and VaynerMedia to Present Second Annual Agent2021 Conference Jan. 17, 2019 in Miami Gardens, FL

Gary Vaynerchuk


Miami, FL,  Oct. 17, 2018  Highly successful serial entrepreneur and VaynerX Chairman Gary Vaynerchuk, along with his digital agency VaynerMedia, are presenting the second annual Agent2021, a one-day conference educating real estate, auto, insurance and mortgage agents and brokers about social media and digital marketing innovation.

Agent2021 will take place on Jan. 17, 2019, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. on the field of Hard Rock Stadium. Hard Rock Stadium is located at 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens, FL 33056.

The one-of-a-kind conference, which attracts attendees from across the U.S., will feature in-depth information about digital media’s most powerful tools, platforms and tactics. 

Attendees will attend keynotes, panels, and networking sessions focused around actionable advice to grow their businesses, presented by some of the real estate, auto, insurance, and mortgage industries’ most innovative business leaders and brands. 

“I’m passionate about these industries because they require an entrepreneurial approach to business,” said Vaynerchuk. “In year two, we are leveling up the game substantially. 

Kim Garcia
"There are a magnitude of ticket packages, sponsorship offerings, and overall business opportunities available this year. We will over-deliver on content from keynotes, industry-leader panels, and platform partners telling attendees how to maximize social to sell more.”    

General admission ticket holders will kick off the conference with a welcome reception on the evening of Jan. 16, while VIP buyers will have access to a private Q&A-style dinner with Vaynerchuk. 

The conference on Jan. 17 will open with a fireside chat featuring Vaynerchuk, and then segue into industry breakout panel discussions led by notable speakers. 

Those who purchase videographer passes in addition to their general admission or VIP tickets will have the ability to bring a videographer to shadow them throughout the day and capture their experience.

“Feedback from Agent2021’s inaugural event has been overwhelmingly positive. We’re super excited to bring Agent2021 back to Hard Rock Stadium and build on what we believe to be critical business principles for these four industries,” said Kim Garcia, senior vice president of VaynerExperience. 

“VaynerExperience’s goal is to deliver tangible takeaways for attendees that can be immediately implemented. In the same way that we help Fortune 100 and 500 companies grow, we are pleased to share the same strategies with agents and owners in the real estate, auto, insurance and mortgage industries.”

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens. FL
Partner hotels for the event are located in Hollywood, and include CIRC Hotel in Hollywood; Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (attendees can use discount code “GAGE19”); and the Margaritaville Beach Resort. 

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://agent2021.com/. For press inquiries, please email agent2021@dureeandcompany.com.


CONTACT:

Rachel Tabacnic 



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Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33328 


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CHMWarnick Names Joe DeFrank (CHAM) Senior Vice-President & Asset Manager in New Washington, DC Office


Joe DeFrank

WASHINGTON, DC – CHMWarnick, the preeminent asset manager and business advisor to the hospitality industry, today appointed Joe DeFrank (CHAM) to the position of senior vice-president and asset manager.  

DeFrank will join Craig A. Mason (CHAM), executive vice president, in the company’s recently established Washington, D.C. Metro office and further cement the company’s presence in the mid-Atlantic region.

            “Throughout his nearly 35-year career in the hospitality/real estate industry, Joe has remained laser focused on achieving ownership’s objectives, from increasing cash flow to maximizing long-term value, which aligns perfectly with our own hotel asset management philosophy,” said Ken Wilson, managing director and co-chairman, CHMWarnick.  

“Joe also is a longtime member of the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA) and has earned the prestigious Certified Hotel Asset Manager (CHAM) designation, making him the sixth CHMWarnick professional to hold the standard-bearing title.  

"No other industry entity can boast as many accredited hotel asset managers.  His expertise and experience undoubtedly will help our company expand and solidify its presence in the mid-Atlantic.”


Craig A. Mason

            Previously, DeFrank was a senior-vice president of asset management for Host Hotels & Resorts and was responsible for a portfolio of approximately 40 hotels with 20,000-plus rooms throughout the southeastern and central regions of the U.S., as well as Mexico and Latin America.

  The portfolio included a diversified mix of full-service Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, Hilton, Accor and independently branded hotels. 

 DeFrank also held several prominant positions within Marriott International for nearly a decade and a half, culminating in director of finance.  He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in accounting with an emphasis in finance from the Smeal School of Business at Pennsylvania State University. 

DeFrank also received a Certificate in Strategic Hospitality Management from Cornell University’s Professional Development Program.  He is a member of the Marriott International Westin Brand Ownership Advisory Board and the AH&LA’s Food & Beverage Committee and Sustainability Committee. 

            “The opportunity to both work for the most respected third-party hotel asset management and development advisory company in the United States and rejoin Craig, with whom I’ve worked in the past, as he gears up the company’s mid-Atlantic and South Atlantic presence was one I could not pass up,” noted DeFrank.  

“For the past decade and a half, I have worked exhaustively throughout the region, amassing local insights and determining best practices that ultimately benefit owners as they seek to maximize the return on their investment.”

For more information, contact 978.522.7002 or visit www.CHMWarnick.com

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CONTACT:

CHRIS DALY
PRESIDENT
DALY GRAY PUBLIC RELATIONS, INC.
620 Herndon Parkway, Suite 115 | Herndon, VA 20170
Main: 703-435-6293
Mobile: 703-864-5553