“Brad represented the Landlord in a leasing transaction where I negotiated on behalf of the Tenant. I found Brad to be a good listener and shrewd negotiator. He was firm yet fair and did an excellent job representing the Landlord's interest. He was willing to consider some unconventional provisions which allowed the transaction to be completed. As it ended up, the store was a success and the landlord was very satisfied with the deal and the user. I would strongly recommend Brad as an addition to anyone's real estate department and would hire him myself if given the opportunity.”
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⏳The countdown is on! Just ONE day until ICSC Chicago, and we’re excited to dive into the latest retail and real estate happenings. Ready to connect…
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This week, Kate is sharing her top tips on staying ahead in the real estate game. Kate recognizes the importance of effective communication and the…
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Revitalization of High Point Centre, Lombard, IL
Led the marketing efforts that have led to the revitalization of High Point Centre. After the loss of a large format grocer and 2 anchor tenants (babies R Us and Office Depot) the small shop tenancy vacated as well. Left with almost 100% vacancy I brought many opportunities from full redevelopment to anchor backfill. For a multitude of reasons some of these these deals did come to fruition but some did including redeveloping the east side of the property with an LA Fitness, and on the west side…
Led the marketing efforts that have led to the revitalization of High Point Centre. After the loss of a large format grocer and 2 anchor tenants (babies R Us and Office Depot) the small shop tenancy vacated as well. Left with almost 100% vacancy I brought many opportunities from full redevelopment to anchor backfill. For a multitude of reasons some of these these deals did come to fruition but some did including redeveloping the east side of the property with an LA Fitness, and on the west side Altitude Trampoline. Even with these additions small shop vacancy still grew. I researched the market and determined there was a growing demographic in this market that wasn’t being served. Since this revelation I have leased over 25,000 sf of small shop space including deals with the State of Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles, Monty’s Medical Supplies and multiple local restaurants (Seoul Bites Korean BBQ, CocoMelt, Hello Shawarma and Holy Buckets Chicken) that serve the community.
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Redevelopment of Tinley Park Plaza
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Successfully marketed to and attracted 4 anchor tenants to this center which has allowed the redevelopment of this center to be achieved. Negotiated and executed leases with Amazon Fresh, Ross Dress for Less, Five Below and Burlington.
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Block 59 (Redevelopment) Naperville, IL
Led the leasing efforts that led to the company’s largest redevelopment ($53 million dollars) - Block 59 is the redevelopment of Heritage Square and reconfiguration of Westridge Court to create a new restaurant and entertainment district. It is located at the corner of Route 59 and Aurora Avenue in Naperville, one of the most desirable suburbs of Chicago. Plans include an open-air central plaza which will serve as a public gathering place as well as host community events year-round surrounded…
Led the leasing efforts that led to the company’s largest redevelopment ($53 million dollars) - Block 59 is the redevelopment of Heritage Square and reconfiguration of Westridge Court to create a new restaurant and entertainment district. It is located at the corner of Route 59 and Aurora Avenue in Naperville, one of the most desirable suburbs of Chicago. Plans include an open-air central plaza which will serve as a public gathering place as well as host community events year-round surrounded by new outdoor restaurants with patios. The project will include 2 valet areas, wayfinding signage, extensive landscaping, and improved pedestrian and vehicular circulation between the 2 centers (Block59 and Westridge Ct).
Negotiated and Executed Leases with:
• The Cheesecake Factory
• Yard House
• Ruth’s Chris Steak House
• Piccolo Buco by Cooper’s Hawk
• Shake Shack
• Stan’s Donuts
• First Watch
• Fresh Fin
• Crisp & Green
• Velvet Taco
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Re-Tenanting of Annex of Arlington
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Led the marketing initiative that resulted in the successful redevelopment of the Annex of Arlington Shopping Center in Arlington Heights, IL. Successfully negotiated leases with Ulta, Kirkland’s, Goldfish Swim School, Chuck E. Cheese, Petco, Party City, Dollar Tree, Binny's Beverage Depot and the expansion of Trader Joes increasing the centers occupancy to over 92%
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Re-Tenanting of Westridge Court Shopping Center
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Led the marketing initiative that resulted in the retenanting of Westridge Court Shopping Center, in Naperville, IL. Successfully negotiated leases with The Fresh Market, Wayfair Outlet, buybuy Baby, Bed Bath and Beyond, Cost Plus World Market, The Edge Fitness, Funtopia, Mission BBQ, The Painted Tree Marketplace, Boombah, Big Lots, Gordman's, Discovery Clothing, Savers, Lumber Liquidators, Sleepy's, Five Below and 2nd and Charles bringing the centers occupancy level above 90%
Honors & Awards
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CoStar Power Broker Award Winner 2020
CoStar
CoStar Power Broker Awards, celebrating top commercial real estate firms and brokers in the US and Canada.
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Leasing Rep of the Year 2012
Brixmor Property Group
Awarding Leasing Rep of the Year 2012 by Brixmor Property Group. Completed 430,686 SF of New and Renewal Deals (01/2012-12/2012)
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International Council of Shopping Centers
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