Commercial Property News - October 2008 - (Page 18)

Jose Gonzalez, 34 Vice President, Flagler Development Group What Others Say About Him: Knows how to get things done; relationship driven; solution oriented. “He has a strong knowledge of the technical and political, yet he’s personable and level headed,” noted Tarmac America L.L.C. director of real estate and environmental services Al Townsend. Recent Achievements: Sold a 500,000square-foot retail center in Miami to Regency Centers.Took part in the purchase and closing of the larger-than-700-acre mixed-use Lakeland Central Park.Approached Bacardi U.S.A. Inc. to take new headquarters space, creating South Florida’s largest lease in 2007. Best Advice Received: His mother told him,“Regardless of what you tell people, tell them the truth, whether it’s good or bad.” Advice to Others: “Follow your passion; you will succeed when you’re doing what you want to do and you’re excited to go to work.” Jason Mattox, 33 Chief Administrative Officer, Behringer Harvard What Others Say About Him: Can work at all levels, integrating securities and real estate sides. Communicates with and influences people of all ages.“I always introduce (Jason) as the future governor of Texas,” said Chuck Dannis, an independent director of Behringer Harvard REIT. Recent Achievements: Behringer Harvard transitioned to a new transfer agent in early 2008, a major undertaking. Mattox researched the best agent, priced it out, underwrote the transaction and worked with securities lawyers and accounting staff to make the move seamless. Best Advice Received: “Your reputation is everything in this business,” Behringer Harvard founder & CEO Robert Behringer once told him. Advice to Others: “Expose yourself to as many aspects of the business as you can and never discount the importance of information that doesn’t directly affect what you do.” Jeff Hanson, 37 President & Chief Investment Officer, Grubb & Ellis Realty Investors L.L.C. What Others Say About Him: Well respected with very little ego; quick to acknowledge and reward achievement.Well rounded in real estate, finance, analytical abilities. Strong work ethic, yet worklife balance.“There are few and far between with his motivation,” observed CB Richard Ellis Inc. vice chairman Kevin Shannon. Recent Achievements: As chief investment officer for NNN Realty Advisors and before that a senior vice president for Grubb & Ellis Co., played a key role in the merger. Since assuming current position in February, launched several investment platforms and grew assets under management from $4.2 billion to $6.6 billion. Best Advice Received: “When running your own business, never sacrifice your principles to get ahead,” his father reminded him. Advice to Others: “It’s all about character, integrity and client focus.” Stars to I t can be tough to stand out during good times, when most people are finding success. But traits like intelligence, perseverance and solid ethics become all the more important during tough times, when achievement is not a natural circumstance. This year, CPN has selected 10 people who are particularly notable for their James Merkel, 34 President, RockBridge Capital L.L.C. What Others Say About Him: Creative, hardworking; extremely dedicated big thinker.Visionary and strategic leader with remarkable business sense, ability to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses of individuals and organizations and knack for putting people in positions to succeed.“Jim has the ability to problem-solve in order to get a deal done, no matter the hurdles or barriers that need to be overcome,” observed Hospitality Ventures Management Inc. CEO Robert Cole. Recent Achievements: Appointed company president on Oct. 2, 2008, the youngest in the firm’s nine-year history.Also a member of the investment committee for RockBridge Capital Real Estate Fund L.L.C. and of the executive committee for RockBridge Capital. In the past, he held several other leadership positions in the hospitality-focused investment firm. Best Advice Received: Don’t be afraid to fail, always keep learning and CPN’s 2008 Gar Herring, 36 President & COO, The MGHerring Group What Others Say About Him: High retention of detail; master of all trades. Quick learner, straight shooter, hands-on leader, optimistic, tenacious.“Gar always says,‘We’ll make it happen,’” noted Bank of America Corp. senior client relationship manager Jamie Fox. Recent Achievements: Led the 3 millionsquare-foot The Village at Fairview and The Village at Allen, the largest mixedused development in Texas and one of the largest in the country. Recently completed the 725,000-square-foot Uptown Village at Cedar Hill regional lifestyle center, the largest retail development in southern Dallas County in more than 30 years. Best Advice Received: His father, with whom he works, taught him, “Learn when to listen, not when to talk.” Advice to Others: “Real estate is a way of life, not just a career—you need be deliberate and organized. Advice to Others: “Be a thinker,” and,“The second that you believe tremendous passion and dedication.” 18 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY NEWS • October 2008 • www.cpnonline.com you’ve arrived, you’re behind.” http://www.cpnonline.com

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