by Peter Madrid | Aug 17, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (August 17, 2021) – We are resilient. We are proud of what we accomplished during the year we went through. We keep ourselves, our teammates, our residents and our families safe.
Those were some of the remarks shared by those in attendance as the Arizona Multihousing Association (AMA), the statewide trade association for the apartment industry, hosted the 29th Annual AMA/Cox Communications Tribute Awards Friday night at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort.
This year the Tribute Awards were about more than one night of recognition. The state’s apartment industry was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Owners and residents alike were adversely affected.
“At a time of incredible crisis, Arizona property owners large and small have stepped up to help their communities and the individuals and families who call those communities home. All of us should be proud of what this industry has accomplished this year and throughout the pandemic,” said Courtney LeVinus, AMA President and CEO. “No other industry anywhere has been forced by the government to provide its services or products free of charge. Even so, our owners and operators have put their best foot forward on a daily basis – keeping roofs over families’ heads, keeping tens of thousands of people employed, and working tirelessly to keep more than one million Arizona households safe from the pandemic.”
LeVinus lauded the industry’s patience at a time when eviction relief funding has been slow to arrive.
“In my heart, I firmly believe that every property owner in the state merits a tribute for their efforts over the past year. You have done what so many local agencies have not: You’ve turned on a dime, been endlessly flexible, and responded in real-time to thousands of families in need,” she said. “I know what a sacrifice this has been — a sacrifice that mirrors what so many families have faced for months on end.
“If recognition has been slow to come from many areas of the community, that’s fine. Because all of us can look at ourselves in the mirror and know that we have served with steadfast commitment,” LeVinus said.
A record 755 nominations from 33 member companies participated. Volunteers donated more than 700 hours of their time to judge all the nominees. The AMA’s nomination and interview process is one of the most rigorous in the industry. AMA judges conduct an interview and nominees complete a questionnaire or aptitude test to keep the process impartial while learning more about each candidate.
The playing field is level whether nominees are a large or small organization, in Maricopa County, or Tucson, or other counties around the state.
“There was no playbook for what this industry has faced over the past 18 months,” said Reid Butler, 2021 AMA Board Chairman. “Every property owner, manager and team member has helped author our industry’s response on the fly, amid any number of risks – to physical health, personal financial health and the health of thousands of businesses. Tonight, our association honors the best and brightest in our industry, along with Arizona’s premier apartment communities. You all served as a light during some dark times for our industry.”
Arizona’s apartment industry annually generates 131,000 jobs, $699 million in wages and $3.8 billion in economic output. Events such as the Tribute Awards are important because they elevate the industry and create motivation for improvement for more than 2,300 AMA members.
“Resilient. That’s the word I would use to describe this association over the past year,’” said Scott Hines with PEM Real Estate Group and 2021 Tribute Awards Chair “Our members and this association took on a crisis head-on and didn’t flinch. It’s a testament to what we can overcome as an industry. Everyone here tonight is a winner.”
2021 Tribute Awards winners
Industry Partner of the Year Tucson: Judy Drickey-Prohow, Law Offices of Scott M. Clark, P.C.
Industry Partner of the Year Statewide: Bry Carter, The Phoenix Staffing
Volunteer of the Year Tucson: Kimberly Fitch, Nicolosi & Fitch, Inc.
Volunteer of the Year Statewide: Rachael Kish, Shelton Residential
Affordable Community of the Year: Cottonwood Crossing Apartments, Shelton Residential
Renovated Community of the Year: Haven at South Mountain, Shelton Residential
Developers Award for Best Community Design Garden Style: Acero Cooley Station, IDM Apartments
Developers Award for Best Community Design Mid/Low Rise Style: The McKinley, Baron Property Services, LLC
Housekeeper of the Year: Cheri Stroud, P.B. Bell
Leasing Consultant of the Year: Troy Row, IDM Apartments
Assistant Manager of the Year: Rachelle Ralston, MG Properties
Service Technician of the Year: Trevor Terrell, BH Management Services
Community Manager of the Year 1-199 Units: Lauren McCauley, Baron Property Services, LLC
Community Manager of the Year Outside the Valley: Gina DeSisto, Greystar Real Estate Partners
Service Supervisor of the Year 1-199 Units: Michael Pantoja, MEB Management Services
Best Community Team of the Year Prior to 2002: Biscayne Bay, MG Properties
Best Community Team of the Year Built 2002-2012: San Tan by Baron, Baron Property Services, LLC
Arizona Executive of the Year: Justin Steltenpohl, P.B. Bell
Community Manager of the Year 200-299 Units: Scott Allen, Baron Property Services, LLC
Service Supervisor of the Year 200+ Units: Chris Owen, Greystar Real Estate Partners
Service Supervisor of the Year Outside the Valley: Art Torres, Nicolosi & Fitch, Inc.
Best Community Team of the Year Built 2013-2020: The Local, Mark-Taylor Residential
Corporate Employee of the Year: Khara House, Bella Investment Group
Community Manager of the Year 300+ Units: Teresa Garr, Baron Property Services, LLC
Best Community Team of the Year Student Housing: Paseo on University, Greystar Real Estate Partners
Best Community Team of the Year Outside the Valley: Retreat at Speedway, Weidner Apartment Homes
Regional Service Supervisor of the Year: Casey Hale, P.B. Bell
Property Supervisor of the Year: Ashley Tran, Mark-Taylor Residential
About Arizona Multihousing Association:
The Arizona Multihousing Association is the statewide trade association for the apartment industry, representing more than 2,300 members in legislative, legal and regulatory matters. The mission of the Arizona Multihousing Association is to unite multifamily housing leaders in one trusted voice for Arizona’s rental community. For more information, visit azmultihousing.org.
by Peter Madrid | Aug 16, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (August 16, 2021) – A record number of applicants applied for the 2021 NAIOP Arizona Developing Leaders Mentor Program, known as the Young Professionals Group (YPG). The YPG program deepens young leaders’ knowledge of the industry and helps develop invaluable relationships with some of the industry’s most successful professionals.
Twenty-five protégés, or young professionals, who come from all corners of the Valley’s commercial real estate industry, were selected to participate. Each protégé in the six-month program will attend educational seminars and complete a development case study by the end of the program.
Participants in the 2021 class are Braden Blake, Ware Malcomb; Jarett Brock, Cousins Properties; Steven Callahan, Alliance Bank of Arizona; Ryan Coleman, Hines; Gary Cornish, CBRE; Kristina Cutillo, Cushman & Wakefield; Mike Diamond; Gilbane Building Company; Ryan Hankins, CLAYCO; Tino Hernandez, Willmeng; Ryan Hingst, Lee & Associates Arizona; Hagen Hyatt, JLL; Luke Krison, CBRE; Jim MacWilliam, Willmeng; Zach Maki, Seefried Industrial Properties, Inc.; Charl Potgieter, Trammell Crow Company; Chris Reese, Colliers International; Kelly Royle, JLL; Josh Schifferer, Sun State Builders; Braxton Smith, ASU University Realty LLC; Samantha Spadaro, SmithGroup; Eric Sterner, LAST Architects; Jonathan Teeter, CBRE; Tanner Tremaine, Majestic Realty; Nik Vallens, Transwestern; and Aaron Velasco, Prologis.
The 2021 Co-Chairs are Chris Beall, JLL; and Josh Tracy, Ryan Companies US, Inc. This year’s mentors are Alex Boles, ViaWest Group; Jenna Borcherding, VanTrust Real Estate, LLC; Sean Cummings, Opus Group; John DiVall, Exeter Property Group; Derek Flottum, Irgens Development; and Jim Wentworth, Wentworth Property Group.
“The YPG program provides participants with a glimpse into the many pieces of a commercial development but most importantly an opportunity to work with peers in a variety of different trades and receive guidance from our industry leaders as their mentors.,” said Chris Beall and Josh Tracy, chairmen of the YPG program. “YPG has served as a great stepping stone for the careers of all those who participated in years past, and we look forward to continuing that momentum this year,”
Projects present market analysis statistics, architectural site plans, market studies and marketing plans, construction budgets and exit strategies to the judges for the final presentation by five teams.
All NAIOP members age 35 or under are eligible to apply for the YPG program.
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NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Association, is a 20,000+ member organization in North America that promotes responsible commercial real estate development and advocates for effective public policy. It is the leading organization for developers, owners and related professionals in office, industrial, retail and mixed-use real estate.
by Peter Madrid | Aug 16, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (August 16, 2021) – Five land sales totaling $10.7 million for 38 acres highlighted recent deals closed by NAI Horizon professionals. The $1.82 million sale of an office building, the $1.4 million sale of an industrial building, and $1.2 million sale of a retail building were additional asset highlights.
Sale Transactions:
Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek and Gabe Ortega negotiated the sale of ±10.2 acres of land representing the seller, DDC Hotels, Inc. for $4.885 million. The property is located at the SWC of Loop 202 and Cooper Road, Chandler, AZ. The buyer, Prop Thirteen, LLC was represented by Greg Laing with Phoenix Commercial Advisors.
Laurel Lewis negotiated the sale of ±8.63 acres of land representing the buyer, Cabana Southern, LLC for $3.8 million. The property is located at Southern Avenue and Crismon Road in Mesa, AZ. The seller, Sunny Acres, LLC and Montgomery 320, LLC was represented by The Real Estate Office of Rick Brandt.
Kevin Higgins negotiated the sale of a 11,195 SF office building representing the buyer, Bogle Acquisitions, LLC for $1.82 million. The property is located at 7243 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ. The seller, American Associated Pharmacies was self-represented.
Rick Foss negotiated the sale of a 12,889 SF industrial building representing the buyer, GRPRE, LLC for $1.4 million. The property is located at 17643 N. 25th Ave., Phoenix, AZ. The seller, CORGEOS, LLC was self-represented.
Christopher Lewis negotiated the sale of a 3,400 SF retail building representing the seller, Spyglass Desert, LLC for $1.2 million. The property is located at 10835 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ. The buyer, N3 Property Advisors, LLC was self-represented.
Don Morrow and Dylan Whitwer negotiated the sale of 5 acres of land representing the buyer, GTX Transportation for $1.095 million. The property is located at 14575 W. La Estrella, Goodyear, AZ. The seller, Arizona Isotopes was represented by Andy Cloud with Cushman & Wakefield.
Matt Harper, CCIM negotiated the sale of a 2,936 SF retail building representing the seller, Michael Jonas for $575,000. The property is located at 9231 W. Grand Ave., Peoria, AZ. The buyer, Examica, LLC was represented by Andrea Davis with Andrea Davis CRE.
Troy Giammarco and Joe Pequeno negotiated the sale of a 3,200 SF industrial building representing the seller, Dougherty Family Trust, LLLP for $500,000. The property is located at 8925 W. Larkspur Dr., Peoria, AZ. The buyer, SFE Holdings, LLC was represented by Shawn Wood with Arid State Land and Ag Associates, LLC.
Christopher Lewis negotiated the sale of 9.24 acres of land representing the seller, Tandem Leasing, Inc. for $500,000. The property is located off of Battaglia Drive and Davidson Street in Eloy, AZ. The buyer, THJD Holding, LLC was represented by Chad Neppl with Citywide Commercial
John Filli, SIOR negotiated the sale of 5 acres of land representing the seller, Fieldbrook Payson Partners, LLCA for $455,001. The property is located near the intersection of SR 87 and Malibu Drive in Payson, AZ. The buyer, Christofer J. Martin was self-represented.
Troy Giammarco and Joe Pequeno negotiated the sale of a 3,200 SF flex building representing the seller, BO-Z Properties, LLC for $410,000. The property is located at 9299 W. Olive Ave., Peoria, AZ. The buyer, SFE Holdings, LLC was self-represented.
Matt Harper, CCIM negotiated the sale of a 5,620 SF retail building representing the buyer, EMIP, LLC for $300,000. The property is located at 6333 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, AZ. The seller, James L. Hawkins was represented by Jason Miszuk with Realty One Group.
Michael Gaida negotiated the sale of a 53,579 SF boat storage and repair facility representing the seller, Pat Billotte for $275,000. The property is located at 27 Capel Road, Roosevelt, AZ. The buyer, Lucky Wives Boat Storage, LLC was self-represented.
Michael Gaida negotiated the sale of the iconic Duke’s Photography business representing the seller, Darrell Duke for $75,000. The buyer, FirstFed Central, LLC was self-represented.
Lease Transactions:
Isy Sonabend and Drew Eisen represented the tenant, JDS Industries in a 91-month industrial lease for 63,966 SF at 9191 W. Buckeye Road, Tolleson, AZ. The landlord, CRP/MarWest was represented by Gary Anderson with Cushman & Wakefield.
Isy Sonabend and Drew Eisen represented the tenant, Elliot Electric Supply, Inc. in a 127-month industrial lease for 13,000 SF at 1205 N. Elideo Felix Jr Way, Avondale, AZ. The landlord, BHRP OZ JV II, LLC was represented by Mike Gilbert with Cushman & Wakefield.
Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek and Gabe Ortega represented the landlord, Karl’s Midvale in a 60-month retail lease for 6,000 SF at 4210 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, AZ. The tenant, Ocotillo Four Investments, LLC was represented by Soly Lanciano with ITARA, LLC.
Mike Kumelski represented the tenant, G.O.A.T. Haircuts – Gilbert Warner, LLC in an 84-month retail lease for 1,500 SF at SEC of Gilbert and Warner, Gilbert, AZ. The landlord, Gilbert Warner, LLC was represented by Brent Mallonee with Cushman & Wakefield.
Mike Kumelski represented the tenant, G.O.A.T. Haircuts in an 88-month retail lease for 1,493 SF at 4747 E. Bell Road, Phoenix, AZ. The landlord, Tatum Venture, LLC was self-represented.
Matt Harper, CCIM represented the tenant, Stepping Stone Adult Development Center, LLC in a 60-month retail lease for 4,922 SF at 12228 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ. The landlord, Hampton Plaza, LLC was represented by Kyle Davis with CPI.
Dylan Whitwer and Don Morrow represented the tenant, Key Retirement Solutions in a 60-month office lease for 2,159 SF at 1090 S. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ. The landlord, B.H. GTS, LLC was represented by Bruce Suppes with CBRE.
Matt Harper, CCIM represented the landlord, Yee Legacy II, LLC in a 60.5-month retail lease for 1,610 SF at 18914 E. San Tan Blvd., Queen Creek, AZ. The tenant, The Ace Mulligan Company, LLC was self-represented.
Isy Sonabend and Drew Eisen represented both the tenant, Shay’s Billiard Supply & Service, LLC and the landlord, Arizona Industrial Properties in a 16-month industrial lease for 4,400 SF at 5052 S. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ.
Lori Kahn, MBA represented the tenant, The Trading Card Club, LLC in a 39-month retail lease for 1,400 SF at 745 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ. The landlord, Freanel & Son Gilbert, LLC was represented by Kevin Jarand and David Jarand with Avison Young.
Joan Krueger represented the tenant, Cathy Thomas dba Curves, LLC in a 23-month office lease for 1,222 SF at 538 S. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ. The landlord, Mountain West Assets, LLC was represented by Linda Robbins with Avison Young.
Jennifer Loehnert represented the tenant, Dr. Grady Donohoe in a 36-month retail lease for 1,920 SF at 1914 W. Power Road, Mesa, AZ. The landlord, Inman Enterprises, LLC was represented by Nathan Cardon with Cardon Commercial.
Laurel Lewis represented the tenant, Craig W. Penrod, PC in a 12-month office lease renewal for 1,885 SF at 301 W. Warner Road, Tempe, AZ. The landlord, Simone Warner Courtyards, LLC and Warner Park 3030, LLC were self-represented.
Joe Pequeno and Troy Giammarco represented the landlord, Steve Iskhakov in a 36-month office lease for 984 SF at 4433 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ. The tenant, Oasis Psychological Services, PLLC was self-represented.
Jennifer Loehnert represented the tenant, Phoenician Junk Haulers, Inc. in a 36-month industrial lease for 1,200 SF at 2105 S. Hardy Drive, Tempe, AZ. The landlord, Hardy Business Park, LLC was represented by Eric Jones and Leroy Breinholt with J&J Commercial Properties.
Don Morrow and Dylan Whitwer represented the landlord, Broadway Plaza, LLC in a 25-month office lease for 823 SF at 1270 E. Broadway Road, Tempe, AZ. The tenant, AIRA, LLC was self-represented.
Matt Harper, CCIM and Thomas Bean, CCIM represented the landlord, Sun City Professional Building in a 12-month office lease for 258 SF at 12630 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ. The tenant, Young Drum Beats was self-represented.
About NAI Horizon
Exceptional global commercial real estate solutions begin with local market leadership and expertise. Established in 1992, NAI Horizon is a full-service commercial real estate company serving Arizona with offices located in Phoenix and Tucson. NAI Horizon is passionate about the commercial real estate business, providing Brokerage and Property Management Services for local, national and international clients. NAI Horizon is a member of the NAI Global commercial real estate network providing real estate solutions to more than 300 offices worldwide. For more information visit www.naihorizon.com.
About NAI Global
Advisory Services, Leasing, Property Management, Property & Note Sales and Tenant Representation
NAI Global is a leading global commercial real estate brokerage firm. NAI Global offices are leaders in their local markets and work in unison to provide clients with exceptional solutions to their commercial real estate needs. NAI Global has more than 300 offices in 43 countries strategically located throughout North America, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific, with 5,100 local market professionals, managing in excess of 1.1 billion square feet of property and facilities. Annually, NAI Global completes in excess of $20 billion in commercial real estate transactions and a gross revenue of $1.5 billion.
NAI Global professionals achieve extraordinary results for clients locally and globally through creativity, collaboration and the consistent delivery of exceptional knowledge and service that only market-leading firms can provide. NAI
Global provides a full range of corporate real estate services, including brokerage and leasing, property and facilities management, real estate investment and capital market services, due diligence, global supply chain and logistics consulting and related advisory services.
To learn more visit www.naiglobal.com.
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by Peter Madrid | Aug 16, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (August 16, 2021) – Connect. Collaborate. Create. For the past 15 years, woman-owned triARC architecture & design has built upon those values, providing its clients with inspiring places and spaces.
As it celebrates its 15th anniversary, triARC boasts almost 1,200 projects and more than 2,000 space plans. TriARC specializes in healthcare and medical; multi-family and senior living; office and industrial; and restaurants and retail.
Owners (left to right) Marlene Brandemuehl and Jill Hamblen.
“It’s been 15 amazing years and the lessons keep coming,” said Jill Hamblen, AIA, one of the firm’s two owners. “Connections with teammates past and present give me joy. Collaborating with consultants, industry representatives and real estate professionals keep me expanding my vision for how we can grow. And helping clients create beautiful space brings purpose to my day. I am grateful each day for the gifts triARC has given me.”
Hamblen and partner Marlene Brandemuehl have grown the office to 25 professionals, including eight registered architects. For 15 years the triARC team has embraced the ability to build relationships first, which cultivates interactions and projects with which it is involved.
“From our inception 15 years ago, Jill and Marlene have led the practice with a vision consistent with what we now call ‘triARC Core Values’ to build a culture focused on people,” said Norio Tsuchiya, AIA, Creative Director, Senior Project Manager. “The next 15 years at triARC will be built upon this solid foundation to continue delivering thoughtful and consequential architecture and interior design, essential for thriving communities.”
Three signature projects that define triARC’s first 15 years:
Adelante Healthcare, Goodyear
Nature of Project: Medical
By the numbers: 45,000 SF
Location: Goodyear, Arizona
Special triARC elements: Organic architecture was a main focus in this design. The importance of this concept to the project was to reflect not only the natural world of Arizona but to attempt to synthesize the calming and spiritual elements always found in nature to provide a measure of peace and reduce the stress that patients have when they contemplate a visit to the doctor. With over 45,000 usable square feet, triARC created cohesive design elements that flowed throughout every space of this healthcare center.
The Retreat at Alameda
Nature of Project: Multifamily / Senior Living
By the numbers: 93,000 SF / 104 units
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Special triARC elements: The Retreat at Alameda is an assisted living and memory care facility. The elegant exterior of limestone columns and a stacked stone base are what first catch the eye, but the focus on comfort and accessibility throughout The Retreat is what will provide peace of mind for residents and their families.
It offers 104 units including studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units. Through providing both architecture and interior design, triARC was able to inspire a sense of community. Amenities include an indoor and outdoor dining area, café/pub, theater, salon, lounges, fitness center and activity rooms.
UA Local 469
Nature of Project: Office/Industrial
By the numbers: 17,000 SF
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Special triARC elements: UA Local 469 is an office space for the UA Plumbers and Pipefitters 469. With the use of eye-catching industrial elements, triARC was able to enhance the space with exposed ductwork and pipes, open workspaces, and unique interior finishes.
From polished concrete flooring to eccentric wallpaper this space provides the perfect backdrop for both work and gathering. The conference room boasts the pairing of industrial exposed conduit and lighting with rich-colored wood finishes. This is where beauty and functionality meet to create design elements that speak for themselves.
“Fifteen years in a job I love is a dream come true and rarely have I considered it ‘work,’” Brandemuehl said. “Striving daily to live and witness the triARC values of connect, create, collaborate is not hard either. The ‘dynamic duo’ partnership, amazing staff, strong relationships in the industry and open-minded repeat clients makes this easy. I remain thankful each and every day.”
For more information, visit triarcdesign.com.
UA Local 469 in Phoenix.
The Retreat at Alameda in Phoenix.
by Peter Madrid | Aug 11, 2021 | News & Updates
Land Advisors Organization’s homebuilding team facilitated the closing of approximately 80 acres, marking the sale of the last investor-owned finished lots in Coolidge, Arizona.
Scottsdale, Ariz. (August 11, 2021) – Land Advisors Organization’s Homebuilding Team is pleased to announce the closing of nearly 80 acres in Cross Creek Ranch to Richmond America Homes and Oakwood Homes for nearly $27.5 million.
The sale delivers 372 finished residential home lots and is the second of a two-phase sale to these builders in the Cross Creek Ranch community, located in Coolidge, Arizona. The first phase, which closed in January of 2021 for just over $16 million, included 309 finished lots in the same development.
Cross Creek Ranch is located south of AZ-87 and just east of NEC West Vah Ki Inn Road and North Skousen Road, adjacent to the Casa Grand National Monument, in Pinal County. This month’s closing of these 372 finished lots marks the sale of the last investor-owned finished lots available in the city of Coolidge.
Land Advisors Organization’s Homebuilding Team of Ben Heglie, Bret Rinehart and Ryan Semro represented the buyer in the transaction.
“It’s very rewarding to be part of the growth that Pinal County is experiencing,” Heglie said. “With this purchase of the last remaining investor-owned finished lots in the city of Coolidge, builders will have to shift their focus towards securing unimproved land to meet demand as our growth corridor expands further southeast of Metro Phoenix. It’s exciting to see builders returning to Coolidge.”
Land Advisors Organization’s Arizona Homebuilding team facilitates sales on behalf of landowners with virtually every major home builder in the market. The team specializes in home builder developments, multi-family communities and master-planned communities across Arizona.
About Land Advisors Organization
Founded in 1987, Land Advisors Organization is the nation’s largest land brokerage firm specializing in providing deep market insights to landowners and purchasers for the most comprehensive and effective evaluation of land in markets across the country. By integrating current local market information with cutting-edge technology and geographically specialized professionals, Land Advisors Organization advises clients in identifying and capitalizing on valuable land opportunities in all economic environments. Land Advisors Organization serves landowners and purchasers from offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Casa Grande and Prescott, Arizona; Irvine, San Francisco, Century City, Pasadena, Roseville and San Diego, California; Orlando and Tampa Bay, Florida; Boise, Idaho; Las Vegas, Nevada; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Charlotte, North Carolina; Austin, Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah and Seattle, Washington. Stay connected with us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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by Peter Madrid | Aug 11, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (August 11, 2021) – Cawley Architects continues its mastery of designing projects that serve the needs of a community with a collaborative project at the Phoenix Rescue Mission – the Life Recovery Building at the Transforming Lives Center.
In collaboration with the Phoenix Rescue Mission and its generous donors and general contractor GCON, Cawley Architects provided design expertise for the $9 million, 56,252 SF project at 1801 S. 35th Ave., in Phoenix that opened last month.
The project includes the new construction of a 4-story administration and housing building that includes 280 beds, dividable chapel and classroom spaces, expanded meeting spaces, and inviting outdoor spaces.
Cawley Architects designed the building as a place of hope, healing, and new beginnings for men struggling with homelessness, addiction, and trauma. The Life Recovery Building, which replaces a 160-bed, barrack-style building, fosters self-worth and confidence, dignity, new life, and a new path forward for its residents.
The brick façade of the building features a phoenix on a cross, a striking symbol of renewal, hope and transformation.
“I was moved by the comments of one of the residents who was interviewed for a virtual ribbon-cutting event video,” said Sherm Cawley, AIA, SIOR, President/Founder of Cawley Architects. “In a content tone of voice, he said, ‘We’re now living in a place designed for people.’ Those comments truly resonated with our team.”
As a long-term Christ-centered recovery program, the Life Recovery Building was designed with the following precepts in mind:
- More beds will result in more transformation opportunities. The bed count increased from 160 to 360 and rather than a barracks-style configuration, each air-conditioned room accommodates two to four men and includes closet and storage areas as well as study space.
- More classes will result in more personal growth opportunities. Expanded and dividable chapel and classroom spaces permit unlimited options for a more structured curriculum, including inner-healing classes, foundation classes, life-skill development opportunities, family-relationship counseling, and education assistance.
- The outdoor respite area will “feed the soul.” Inviting outdoor spaces were included to encourage fellowship as well as quiet space for solitude and reflection.
“This new building and renovation project will serve as a catalyst for transformation on a scale we’ve never witnessed before – not just because we will be able to serve 200 additional men at any given time – but because of the countless fathers, husbands, and community members whose lives will have been transformed,” Phoenix Rescue Mission CEO Ken Brissa said. “It will also allow us to rescue more people from crisis into a safe, supportive environment and place them on a path to achieving sustainable, lifelong goals.”
About Cawley Architects
With almost 800 high-value projects in our portfolio, Cawley Architects is one of the most prolific architectural firms in Arizona. For 25 years, we have been applying our uniquely collaborative approach to project management to create buildings of superior form, function, and value. During that time, it has been our privilege to participate in some of the top commercial projects throughout the Valley along with an exceptional group of clients, contractors, and design professionals. We are knowledgeable in the specialized architectural requirements, technologies, and trends of many building types. This includes: Industrial, Healthcare, Education, Bioscience, Restaurant, Entertainment, Office, Commercial, Automotive, Manufacturing, Distribution, Aerospace, Retail and Tenant Improvement. From small neighborhood bistros to large biotech laboratories, we have the expertise, resources, and connections to serve your needs and execute your plan — and provide you with unsurpassed value. cawleyarchitects.com.
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by Peter Madrid | Aug 10, 2021 | News & Updates
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (August 10, 2021) – ORION Investment Real Estate is pleased to announce it has expanded its healthcare division with the formation of M|T Healthcare Partners, founded by Marina Hammersmith, CCIM and Tyrel Williams, CPM®.
M|T Healthcare Partners is a full-service healthcare real estate practice specializing in tenant/buyer representation, medical practice expansion strategy, landlord leasing/sales representation, and property repositioning for medical use.
The partnership was formed out of an alignment of purpose. Hammersmith and Williams say they founded M|T Healthcare Partners on a common foundation of care. Upon that foundation they are building their practice with pillars of relationships, specialized expertise, and responsiveness. The breadth of their experience brings a wealth of knowledge and perspective to every client.
“ORION provided a platform of support to realize my vision as a healthcare real estate expert, and Tyrel brought drive and passion to our practice,” said Hammersmith, who noted there were a few key elements she was looking for as she contemplated forming a partnership at ORION.
“I chose to partner with Tyrel because of his poise, grace, and ethics. I felt he was a continuation of my character, someone I could trust to create a cohesive, seamless experience for our clients,” Hammersmith said.
Arizona’s underserved healthcare market and rapid population growth are driving a significant need for innovative ways to deliver healthcare to its communities. M|T Healthcare Partners works side-by-side with clinicians and the healthcare community finding ways to support these efforts by bringing together people, and place.
Driven by a passion for their work and a desire to make a difference, M|T Healthcare Partners is committed to devoting their collective experience and efforts to seamlessly deliver value for every client.
“I chose to partner with Marina because over the years I’ve witnessed her dedication to her work, clients, and the people and causes in her care,” Williams said. “She truly puts the needs of others ahead of her own, keeps her word, genuinely cares, and steps-up when a job needs to be done. It’s been rare in my experience to find people who aligned so closely with my values. I’m honored be her partner.”
Hammersmith possesses more than 25 years of experience in healthcare real estate. She has represented more than 2 MSF in healthcare real estate throughout her career and has worked with such clients as Lillibridge Health Services, NexCore Group, LaSalle Investments and HonorHealth. Prior to their merger with John C. Lincoln, Hammersmith was Scottsdale Healthcare’s exclusive broker for all their on-campus medical office buildings for over five years.
Williams joined ORION earlier this year. He brings more than 15 years of real estate knowledge and experience to the team, with a broad background and education in commercial property and asset management, including leasing, construction and risk management. Williams began his career on the Baylor Healthcare account with CBRE in Dallas, Texas, where he gained experience in every aspect of healthcare real estate.
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About ORION Investment Real Estate
ORION Investment Real Estate is a leading full-service brokerage firm based in the Western United States. With 10+ years of continued growth and success and more than $1 billion in recent transactions, the ORION team provides first-class service to the commercial real es[1]tate community. Boasting an extensive knowledge of the market and properties and a tech-forward environment, ORION uses a tailored marketing and structured approach to each client to unlock the potential of each unique deal. ORION is headquartered in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona. For more information on ORION please visit ORIONprop.com.
by Peter Madrid | Aug 9, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (August 9, 2021) – Haydon Building Corp, celebrating its 30th anniversary as one of the largest general contractors in the Southwest, is pleased to announce it has hired municipal market expert Geoff Shumway as a senior leader on its business development team.
Shumway will be focused on driving Haydon’s market strategy and key relationship management within the public sector across state, county and local entities and private sector corporate clients. Shumway joins Haydon after spending over 8 years with the Arizona Commerce Authority where he served as Executive Vice President of Business Development. He led business attraction and expansion efforts on behalf of the Office of the Governor and the State of Arizona.
“With his depth and breadth of business development expertise, Geoff is an excellent addition to the Haydon family,” said Haydon Executive Vice President | Partner Katie Haydon Perry. “He brings a proven record of highly successful business development efforts over the course of his career. We’re thrilled he’s bringing that expertise to Haydon.”
A native of Ohio, Shumway was raised in Chandler, Arizona. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration/marketing from the University of Arizona. He also holds a Real Estate Sales License from the Arizona School of Real Estate and Business.
Prior to his position at the ACA, Shumway spent 16 years serving in senior business development and sales leadership roles for companies including MicroAge, Pulte Group and LifeLock. Shumway is active among industry groups including the Arizona Association of Economic Development, NAIOP Arizona, and the 7×24 Exchange.
Away from the office, Shumway proudly serves as a Blue Blazer Squadron member with the Fighter Country Partnership supporting the airmen of Luke Air Force Base.
“I am thrilled to be joining the dedicated team at Haydon Building Corp at such an exciting time. For 30 years, Haydon has served as a foundational construction partner to many clients in the private and public sectors, providing best-in-class solutions while making customers a priority,” Shumway said. “The focused growth and leadership transition plans are keenly aimed at excellence in building for another 30 years, and I am honored to have the opportunity to contribute to Haydon’s future success.”
Headquartered in Phoenix, Haydon was founded in 1991 and has grown to more than 450 employees. For the past 30 years, Haydon has provided construction management at-risk (CMAR), design-build and general contracting services for both the public and private sectors. Haydon was named 2021 ENR Southwest Contractor of the Year.
Haydon’s major project types include industrial, commercial, office, healthcare, education, civic, parks and recreation, mission-critical, transportation, structures, utilities, and water/wastewater treatment. Haydon services include commercial building, heavy civil, landscape and virtual construction.
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About Haydon Building Corp
Haydon Building Corp provides solutions to its clients through its commercial building, heavy civil, landscape, and virtual construction services. Haydon provides Construction Management at Risk (CMAR), Design-Build, and General Contracting services for both the public and private sectors. Its major project types include industrial, commercial, office, healthcare, education, civic, parks and recreation, mission critical, transportation, structures, utilities, and water/wastewater treatment. Headquartered in Phoenix, Haydon was founded in 1991 and has grown to more than 450 employees with annual revenues of $294 million. For more information visit haydonbc.com.
by Peter Madrid | Aug 5, 2021 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (August 5, 2021) – NAI Horizon continues the expansion of its property management division with the hiring of Deborah Sarjeant as a Senior Property Manager.
Sarjeant, a licensed real estate broker with more than 25 years of industry experience will manage a portfolio of retail, office, and industrial properties for NAI’s third-party property management clients. Sarjeant brings valuable experience to the team including asset and property management, financial management, leasing, tenant improvements and construction management.
Sarjeant started her career in commercial real estate in 1986 as an Assistant Property Manager in San Diego County for John Burnham and Company. After at 16-year hiatus to raise her family, she returned to property management in 1999 in Arizona working for Univest Development Company.
Prior to joining NAI Sarjeant worked for 5 years as a Senior Property Manager for Lincoln Property Company Commercial in Phoenix. During her time with Lincoln, she served as a third-party property manager for a portfolio of Class A and B industrial, retail and receivership properties that fluctuated between 1.5 million to 6 million square feet.
“Deborah is a wonderful addition to our NAI team,” said NAI Horizon CEO/Designated Broker Terry Martin-Denning. “Her industry experience, work ethic and solutions-orientated approach are a great fit for NAI, our culture and our current and future clients.”
A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Sarjeant grew up in Tujunga, California. She also lived in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Sarjeant is a member of IREM Greater Phoenix.
Away from the office, Sarjeant and her husband enjoy off-roading and boating on Lake Pleasant and Lake Havasu and camping in Arizona’s high country.
About NAI Horizon
Exceptional global commercial real estate solutions begin with local market leadership and expertise. Established in 1992, NAI Horizon is a full-service commercial real estate company serving Arizona with offices located in Phoenix and Tucson. NAI Horizon is passionate about the commercial real estate business, providing Brokerage and Property Management Services for local, national, and international clients. NAI Horizon is a member of the NAI Global commercial real estate network providing real estate solutions to more than 300 offices worldwide. For more information visit www.naihorizon.com.
About NAI Global
Advisory Services, Leasing, Property Management, Property & Note Sales and Tenant Representation
NAI Global is a leading global commercial real estate brokerage firm. NAI Global offices are leaders in their local markets and work in unison to provide clients with exceptional solutions to their commercial real estate needs. NAI Global has more than 300 offices in 43 countries strategically located throughout North America, Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, and Asia Pacific, with 5,100 local market professionals, managing in excess of 1.1 billion square feet of property and facilities. Annually, NAI Global completes in excess of $20 billion in commercial real estate transactions and a gross revenue of $1.5 billion.
NAI Global professionals achieve extraordinary results for clients locally and globally through creativity, collaboration and the consistent delivery of exceptional knowledge and service that only market-leading firms can provide. NAI Global provides a full range of corporate real estate services, including brokerage and leasing, property and facilities management, real estate investment and capital market services, due diligence, global supply chain and logistics consulting and related advisory services.
To learn more visit www.naiglobal.com.
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by Peter Madrid | Aug 5, 2021 | News & Updates
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA (August 5, 2021) – An entity formed by VIAONE Commercial Real Estate Group has acquired a commercial land parcel in bustling West Valley municipality of Surprise, Arizona. The 1.2-acre site near Grand Avenue and Mountain View Boulevard was purchased for $977,792.
The development will have two freestanding retail buildings on the property fronting Grand Avenue. The project will include a Dunkin’ Donuts and Federico’s Fresh Mexican Restaurant. The retail tenant mix was designed to complement the existing QuikTrip on the corner of the site.
The buyer, VO Grand LLC, an entity formed by VIAONE founder, Marc Bonilla, purchased the property from E&V Investments LLC, (Vito Ancona principal). The seller was represented by Bob Beardsley, Managing Partner, of Southwest Commercial Brokerage, LLC,
William Hammack, Executive Director of Development of VIAONE, represented the buyer in the transaction.
“Working alongside the City of Surprise staff on this project has been refreshing. The growth and vibrancy being fostered by the city and its economic development leadership team are the main reasons we have been targeting the City of Surprise. The addition of Dunkin’s new freestanding drive-thru prototype coupled with Federico’s strong market presence will be a complementary addition to the other service-driven concepts along the Grand Avenue corridor,” Hammack said.
“The convenience-driven profile of these concepts will be a natural addition to the continued development success serving this community. VIAONE is honored to be a part of the incredible momentum in Surprise,” Hammack said.
For more information, please contact Hammack with VIAONE at (480) 272-9104.
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About VIAONE Commercial Real Estate Group
VIAONE is a commercial real estate and development company inspired by integrity, innovation, and proven execution. VIAONE specializes in delivering value enhanced commercial real estate and development solutions designed to maximize outcomes through its multifaceted services platform including development, site selection, brokerage, asset management, and strategic partnerships. For more information visit VIAONEcre.com.
