JLL names Tim Graham Global Lead - International and Strategic Capital

 

Tim Graham

 

SINGAPORE, FEB. 28, 2024 – JLL (NYSE: JLL) today announced that Tim Graham will assume the role of Global Lead - International and Strategic Capital for its Capital Markets business.   Tim will remain based in Singapore, leading a global team of international capital coverage experts charged with servicing the diversified and sophisticated requirements of global investors in real estate.    Richard Bloxam “Cross-border capital has generally become increasingly sophisticated while technology has improved the ability to match capital with opportunities, allowing for better connectivity globally," says Richard Bloxam, CEO, Capital Markets, JLL.  "We are investing in and enhancing our distribution capabilities within Capital Markets to reflect these changes - to provide the best structure for our clients and as a result, our advisors to be best placed to access capital and execute seamlessly on transactional activity. Tim’s appointment reflects this commitment to and understanding of investment strategies across the capital stack.” JLL has been at the vanguard supporting global capital with dedicated capabilities since 2003. By broadening coverage to focus more closely on strategic trends and themes, and by utilsing technology to provide more sophisticated distribution solutions, JLL believes it will further differentiate its global capital model to meet the evolving needs of clients.   “Real estate investment has evolved with global capital strategies and countries across Asia Pacific have become even bigger participants in the global capital flows," says Stuart Crow, CEO, Capital Markets, Asia Pacific, JLL.     Stuart Crow "With his extensive relationships, deep understanding of capital movements and global experience in advising investors on all facets of cross-border strategies, Tim is a natural choice to lead our enhancement coverage and distribution capabilities.”   Tim brings close to 20 years of experience in commercial property, having worked in both client and advisory capacities. Before moving to Asia, Tim was National Director - Central London Capital Markets. Tim has also worked for LaSalle Investment Management, JLL’s independent real estate investment arm.

 

 CONTACT: 

 

Kristen Murphy

Director, Public Relations

JLL

One Post Office Square, Suite 1100

Boston, MA 02109

617-543-4873

 

Akrete appoints John Pappas as Senior Vice President

 

John Pappas

CHICAGO, IL – Akrete, an award-winning, national public relations, content development and marketing firm, announced the appointment of Philadelphia-based John Pappas as Senior Vice President, effective January 1.

 

Pappas, 43, will lead client service strategy and delivery for several key financial services and commercial real estate clients.

 

“As our agency continues to grow, now is the right time to bring in a seasoned financial communications professional to help scale our unique business model and deliver on our brand promise of senior-led teams with the top professionals in our core industries,” said Margy Sweeney, Akrete founder and CEO.

Margy Sweeney,

 

Nicole Stenclik, President of Akrete, observed, “I, along with multiple other Akrete team members, worked with John years ago, and I know his expertise, energy, and experience will both deliver value for our clients, and contribute to the strong culture we have built at Akrete.”

 

“Margy Sweeney, Nicole Stenclik, and the Akrete leadership team have built a values-driven agency that delivers best-in-class results, builds strong relationships with its clients, and offers its team professional and personal fulfillment,” said Pappas.

Nicole Stenclik

 

About John Pappas

Pappas possesses 20+ years of B2B experience in public relations, communications, and content marketing. 

 

Before joining Akrete, he served as Director of Financial Communications at Ferguson, a $30b New York Stock Exchange-listed distributor to the non-residential and residential construction markets.

 

Pappas earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dickinson College in Political Science, with a minor in Sociology.

 

 

 CONTACT: 

David Ebeling

Ebeling Communications

949.861.8351

949.278.7851 (Cell)

david@ebelingcomm.com

Member of the National Association of Real Estate Editors (NAREE)

“PR Strategist for the Commercial Real Estate Industry:  I do what I love and love what I do.”

 

JLL secures lease with Sixt Rent-a-car's for first location in Orange County, CA

  

Justin McMahon

ANAHEIM, CA, Feb. 28, 2024 –– Confirming increased post-COVID leasing demand from the travel industry, JLL announced it has signed Sixt Rent-a-car to a new lease for a 1,500-square-foot building on a 18,125 square-foot lot located at 231 W Katella Avenue in Anaheim, California.

 

   Located just minutes from Disneyland, this will be the rental company’s first location in the Orange County, California market.  The new facility is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2024.

 

JLL’s Justin McMahon secured this lease on behalf of the landlord, MacBaisey Living Trust.  Sixt Rent-a-car was represented by Bronson Morgan and Ryan Gurman of CBRE. 

Bronson Morgan 

“We continue to see demand for retail and retail-adjacent space from a variety of users including travel, healthcare and professional services,” said McMahon JLL Senior Vice President.  

“231 W. Katella Avenue is the perfect location for Sixt Rent-a-car given its proximity to tourist as well as the overall business community.”

 

231 W Katella Avenue is ideally located in the Anaheim Resort district near hotels, Disneyland, the Anaheim Convention Center and many other attractions. It was previously occupied by Enterprise Rent-A-Car which closed during the COVID pandemic.

 

 CONTACT: 

 

David Ebeling

Ebeling Communications

949.861.8351

949.278.7851 (Cell)

david@ebelingcomm.com

Member of the National Association of Real Estate Editors (NAREE)

“PR Strategist for the Commercial Real Estate Industry:  I do what I love and love what I do.”

 

Lee & Associates South Florida Promotes Conner Milford to Senior Vice President role

  

Conner Milford 

MIAMI, FL, Feb. 28, 2024 – Lee & Associates South Florida promoted a pivotal member of its team of industrial real estate specialists, with Conner Milford becoming a Senior Vice President with the firm. Based in Miami, both Milford was previously Vice President.

 Milford started at Lee & Associates South Florida in 2019, after spending the five previous years working on the real estate side of a publicly traded real estate investment trust.

 Matthew Rotolante

  “Throughout his time with our firm, Conner has demonstrated his talent, creativity and dealmaking skills,” Lee & Associates South Florida President Matthew Rotolante said.

 

 “I congratulate him on a well-earned promotion and am excited to see what he accomplishes in this new role. We will continue to support him with our unmatched technology, tools and national referral network.”

 

Milford earned his bachelor's degree from Babson College near Boston. 

 

 CONTACTS: 

 

Eric Kalis

Senior Vice President

ekalis@boardroompr.com

C 305-794-5123

O 954-370-8999

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Rinchem Opens Massive Custom Chemical Warehouse in Surprise, AZ to Support Semiconductor Giant

Chris Easter

 Surprise, AZ,  Feb. 28, 2024 – Rinchem, a global leader in chemical supply chain management, announces the grand opening of its newest custom-built hazmat warehouse in Surprise, Arizona.

This state-of-the-art facility, boasting 123,516 square feet and 16,000 pallet positions, allows Rinchem to strategically support the booming semiconductor industry in the Phoenix Metro Area.

Rinchem's newest custom-built hazmat
warehouse in Surprise, AZ

“This new facility represents a significant investment in our Arizona operations and is our second chemical warehouse in the Phoenix metro area,” stated Chris Easter, CEO of Rinchem.

“We’re proud to partner with a leading player in the semiconductor industry to ensure their critical supply chain runs smoothly. We’re confident it will play a crucial role in supporting the growth of the local semiconductor industry and contributing to the region’s economic prosperity.”

 

Rusty Martin

Graycor Construction Company, the general contractor responsible for bringing Rinchem's vision to life, expressed its pride in contributing to the success of another groundbreaking project for Rinchem.

"Graycor is honored to have partnered with Rinchem on their new chemical facility in Surprise, Arizona," said Rusty Martin, Southwest Division General Manager at Graycor.

"This facility stands as a testament to Graycor’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the manufacturing and semiconductor tier supplier markets, which are core growth markets for Graycor."

Rinchem's state-of-the-art facility, boasts
 123,516 SF and 16,000 pallet positions

The Surprise warehouse opening follows Rinchem’s successful launch of two other hazmat warehouses in 2023 located in Cornelius, OR and Penang, Malaysia.

Rinchem’s second Phoenix area warehouse further solidifies its position as a top trusted partner for leading companies in the semiconductor industry.

 

 

 CONTACT: 

 

Stacey Hershauer

focusAZ 

P 480.600.0195

www.focusaz.com

 

Ware Malcomb Begins Work on Super Radiator Coils Office and Manufacturing Facility in Mesa, AZ

 

Lynne Orlowski

 PHOENIX, AZ, Feb. 27, 2024 – Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, announced construction has begun on a consolidated office and manufacturing facility for Super Radiator Coils, located in Mesa, AZ.

 

 Ware Malcomb’s Phoenix office is providing architecture and interior design services for the 150,000 square foot build-to-suit project, located in the City of Mesa's Gateway Area.

Super Radiator Coils is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing company founded in 1928 specializing in industrial heat exchangers and ancillary products used in a variety of applications, such as power generation, gas compression, HVAC, industrial refrigeration, data center & electronics cooling, wind tunnels and semiconductor manufacturing.

The company services numerous Fortune 500, Fortune 50 and Fortune 10 companies.

Braden Blake

“The client’s goal is to consolidate operations from several smaller buildings into this larger facility, and the approximately 11-acre site in Mesa provides the company the necessary room to streamline its processes all in one location,” said Braden Blake, Director, Architecture for Ware Malcomb.

The 150,000 square foot project includes 18,000 square feet of Class A office uses, an engineered clean room area, and will have the capability to expand by another 50,000 square feet in the future.

Rendering of the 150,000 square foot build-to-suit

project, located in the City of Mesa's Gateway Area

“Employee wellbeing and satisfaction were central to the design of the Super Radiator Coils facility,” said Lynne Orlowski, Director, Interior Architecture & Design for Ware Malcomb.

 “Our team worked closely with the company’s engineers to create a desirable workplace environment with a timeless design that reflects unique aspects of their products.”

 

General contracting services for the project are being provided by Brinkman Constructors.

 

 

 CONTACT: 

 

Maria Rodgers, Director, PR & Communications, 949.660.9128, mrodgers@waremalcomb.com

Sean Boswell, PR Associate, 949.660.9128, sboswell@waremalcomb.com

Nick Pulford assumes role of interim Chief Financial Officer of APCOA

 Nick Pulford 

Stuttgart, Germany– APCOA has appointed Nick Pulford as its new interim CFO. He succeeds Sam Groves, who has been CFO since 2021.

Sam Groves

Before joining APCOA, Nick Pulford was interim Group CFO at LRQA. His extensive finance-experience also includes positions at listed businesses such as WSP Group and AECOM, but more recently driving growth in Private Equity backed organizations.

Philippe Op de Beeck

Philippe Op de Beeck, APCOA’s Chief Executive Officer said: “We are delighted to welcome Nick as interim CFO. His skills, knowledge and experience mean he is well placed to support the implementation of APCOA’s transformation strategy.

 

 "Sam has made a more than significant contribution during his time at APCOA, and I would like to thank him for his partnership and wish him the best in his future endeavours”. 

 

 

 CONTACT: 

 

 APCOA PARKING Holdings GmbH, 

Sebastian Merkle,

 Flughafenstr. 34, 70624 Stuttgart-Airport,

T: +49 711-94791-0