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Madison Marquette Properties Honored as 2023 ICSC MAXI Finalists

Retail Real Estate Firm Recognized for Marketing Expertise and Professional Excellence

Washington, DC — March 31, 2023 — Madison Marquette, a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator, today announced that three of its properties have been named finalists for one of the coveted and highly competitive MAXI awards from ICSC. Winners are expected to be announced during the prestigious Global Awards Ceremony held during the ICSC Las Vegas conference in May. The MAXI Awards recognize innovative events, programs and technologies that add value to the retail real estate industry. Award categories are designed to recognize the evolution of the industry while rewarding creativity and innovation.

“We are both excited and honored to announce that three properties marketed by Madison Marquette have been named finalists in this year’s ICSC MAXI awards competition,” says Heather Almond, Executive Vice President, Retail Services, Madison Marquette. “These awards shine a light on the unique method Madison Marquette employs when analyzing industry data and trends and turning that information into actionable, results-oriented programs when promoting its tenants and marketing its shopping centers. This year’s MAXI awards are incredibly competitive with entrants representing shopping centers from around the world, and finalists like The Culver Steps, Bell Tower and CityPlace Doral represent the very best in retail real estate marketing expertise.”

2023 Finalists

Madison Marquette’s The Culver Steps, Bell Tower, and CityPlace Doral and have each been named a finalist in this year’s MAXI awards competition.

The Culver Steps: “Integrated Marketing Brands The Culver Steps”: Finalist (Integrated Category) — As a public/private mixed-use property, The Culver Steps had focused primarily on B2B and leasing since its 2019 opening. When traffic and visitations stalled, the center’s owner wanted to host events to attract consumer attention. Maximizing its in-depth market research to create a year-long series of inspired events that would resonate with its target market, the center increased property visits by 60% YOY, increased traffic on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays by up to 84%, added $20,112 in 2022 specialty leasing revenue, and filled 12,961 square feet of vacant space. An overhaul of its social media, PR and website messages earned 27,846,887 local consumer impressions and expanded the center’s trade area by 10.4%, while careful cost management yielded a 14% program ROI.

Bell Tower: “SWFLStrong”: Finalist (Community Category) — Located in southwest Florida, Bell Tower was directly in the path of Hurricane Ian, the deadliest storm to hit Florida since 1935. With thousands of its shoppers now homeless, mountains of soggy furniture lining the streets, bridges and roadways destroyed, and the area’s beautiful landscape buried under piles of rubble, Bell Tower created #SWFLSTRONG to provide food and other essential products and services to area residents; it also moved seven displaced businesses to the center. Using just 6% of its 2022 marketing budget, it increased event traffic up to 23% and individual merchant sales by as much as 30% YOY while creating a sense of normalcy and inspiring hope throughout the community.

CityPlace Doral: “Cultural Experience Changes Perceptions”: Finalist (Experiential Category) — For years, CityPlace Doral’s merchandising concentrated heavily on its nightlife and clubs. Over time, this negatively impacted the perception of the center and alienated family shoppers in the center’s primarily Hispanic demographic. To combat this, Madison Marquette relied on its proprietary methods for analyzing market data to support the center’s management team and create a multi-week program featuring two culturally significant events – Kiddoween and Day of the Dead – to increase traffic and sales, but more importantly, attract Hispanic families before the holiday season. Through promotional efforts, the center generated 116,576,661 impressions in the targeted Hispanic market, and while using just 6.62% of its 2022 marketing budget, via partnerships, offset costs by $45,450.

 

About Madison Marquette

Madison Marquette is a real estate investment and service firm with a national platform that transforms assets and delivers institutional quality results. The cornerstone of our talents and abilities is identifying market opportunities, repurposing great assets and creating places that thrive as destinations. Our proven track record over three decades and over $6 billion in investments has earned us a reputation as a leading operator and investor in multiple property types including mixed-use retail, office, multifamily, senior housing, and medical office Learn more at www.madisonmarquette.com.

 

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Madison Marquette Earns Three ICSC MAXI Awards: One Gold, Two Silver

Retail Real Estate Firm Recognized for Marketing Expertise and Professional Excellence

Washington, DC — March 25, 2022 — Madison Marquette, a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator, today announced it has earned three coveted and highly competitive MAXI awards from ICSC during the prestigious Global Awards Ceremony held during the ICSC Las Vegas conference earlier this week. The MAXI Awards recognize innovative events, programs and technologies that add value to the marketplaces industry. Award categories are designed to recognize the evolution of the industry while rewarding creativity and innovation.

“We are incredibly proud to announce that Madison Marquette and its shopping centers have earned one gold and two silver MAXI awards at the recent Global Awards Ceremony in Las Vegas,” says Gavin Farnam, President Retail Services, Madison Marquette. “These awards truly showcase the dedication, collaboration and execution that goes into activating top-quality retail real estate as well as the incredible management, marketing and specialty leasing expertise that led to each win. This year’s MAXI awards were incredibly competitive with 70 finalists and 59 winning entries representing 13 countries around the world, making the stakes especially high and the rewards even more gratifying.”

Winning Entries: 2022

Madison Marquette’s CityPlace Doral earned a gold award in the Experiential category for exemplary work in devising unique activations for vacant spaces. The company’s two silver awards were both in the Revenue category: The “Salud to Summer” entry showcased the creative way CityPlace Doral raised revenue for the center while enticing COVID-weary shoppers back to its retailers, and the Pop-Up & Grow program drew attention to the innovative strategies multiple Madison Marquette centers used to meet revenue forecasts, each participating in a joint program that earned more than $1.2 million. To view the winning entries in their entirety, click here. The winning entries included:

CityPlace Doral: “DORCAM Pop-Up Exhibitions & Fashion Art Design”: Gold Winner (Experiential + <500Ksf)

CityPlace Doral: “Modelo ‘Salud to Summer’ Art Experience”: Silver Winner (Revenue + <500Ksf)

Madison Marquette: “Pop-Up & Grow”: Silver Winner (Revenue)

 

About Madison Marquette

Madison Marquette is a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 330 assets in 20 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6.2 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes -- including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family.

Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has a strategic bench of professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies.

 

Media Contact:

Deborah Blackford, Blackford & Associates

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714.280.8765

Madison Marquette Continues to Build Retail Services Leadership with New Executive Vice President of Leasing & West Operations

Steve Toppel, Executive Vice President of Leasing & West Operations

 

Washington, DC — Madison Marquette, a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator, today announces the the strategic addition of Steve Toppel, Executive Vice President of Leasing & West Operations, to its national Retail Services team.

Toppel will lead Madison Marquette’s retail leasing nationally and operations for the company’s Western United States portfolio, applying 30 years of commercial real estate experience.

In this national role, Toppel will be based in the firm’s Dallas office and will report to Madison Marquette’s President, Retail Services Gavin Farnam.

“The addition of Steve Toppel to our management and leasing leadership team is a great win for Madison Marquette” said Farnam. “Steve’s reputation in the industry is first class and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome him.”

Prior to joining Madison Marquette, he was Executive Vice President of Leasing & Legal at EB Arrow leading its national real estate portfolio, which included superregional and regional malls, high street retail, retail power centers and redevelopments. Steve also served on EB Arrow’s Executive Committee, Culture Committee and was the Sponsoring Real Estate Broker. He has held several senior level positions including: Executive Vice President of Leasing at Trademark Property Company; Senior Director of Leasing at General Growth Properties; Director of Leasing at The MGHerring Group/Trammell Crow Faison; Senior Leasing Representative at Clarion Realty Services; and, served in Vice President roles for real estate brokerage firms in Dallas.

He is also a faculty member of the ICSC, an instructor at The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and an adjunct professor and guest lecturer on retail leasing and market trends. In addition to his civilian career, Steve retired as a U.S. Navy Captain after a distinguished 30-year military career serving as a Naval Intelligence Officer that included major command positions and overseas tours of duty.

 

About Madison Marquette
Madison Marquette is a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 220 assets in 16 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6.2 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes — including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family. Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has a strategic bench of professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies.

Madison Marquette Releases Inaugural 2021 Holiday Trends Report: Opportunities & Headwinds

Consumer and Retailer Trends Support a Robust Outlook for the Holiday Shopping Season

Washington, DC, November 10, 2021 – Madison Marquette, a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator, today released its inaugural 2021 Holiday Trends Report: Opportunities & Headwinds, which anticipates record-setting consumer spending, a return to in-store shopping, and retailers scrambling to meet demand.

Madison Marquette’s report combines a range of 2021 forecasts and its own trends analysis to provide an inclusive outlook for the upcoming holiday season. The report highlighted that sales growth of 13% could exceed 1999 levels and how retailers are blurring the lines between digital and in-store shopping to maximize sales.

“Consumer spending momentum and their thirst to celebrate after last year’s lockdowns and missed milestones are driving a bullish retail sales outlook,” said Meghann Martindale, Madison Marquette’s Head of Retail Research.

Martindale also warned of wildcards that could cloud the holiday season outlook. “While retailers’ investments to overcome supply chain threats are likely to increase product prices and could impact overall sales, the 2021 holiday season will be remembered as a return to in-store shopping enhanced by digital discovery and purchasing,” Martindale said.

View the Full Report. Key trends identified in Madison Marquette’s analysis include:

Robust Retail Sales Outlook
According to a variety of forecasts, holiday retail sales are expected to grow 7% to 13%, the latter of which would make this holiday season the strongest since 1999. Consumer spending is expected to shift from last year’s homebody lifestyle purchases of athleisure wear, kitchen, home accessories, and electronics to more discretionary and impulse purchases on apparel, jewelry, handbags, accessories, and luxury items.

Supply Chain Threats to Sales Growth
High consumer demand is fueling an optimistic outlook for the holiday season, but several wildcards threaten retail sales, including persistent supply chain challenges, lack of products, and delivery delays. Challenges have forced retailers to enhance stopgap manufacturing, inventory, and distribution measures to meet consumer demand. However, retailers are hitting sales targets by drastically increasing spending on suppliers, logistics, freight, and labor costs. Retailers are trying to absorb most of the burden, but consumers should expect upward pressure on prices. Product shortages include chips for electronics toys, cotton for apparel, food and household staples, even Christmas trees, and décor. Gift cards and spending on experiences could grow more than expected with limited product availability.

Shopping Early & In-store
Consumers are shopping early to buy products amid uncertain supplies while returning to the in-store experience after an accelerated digital migration during the pandemic. According to Placer.ai, foot traffic at the top 100 U.S. malls and at most of Madison Marquette’s properties were back to 2019 levels by August. Consumers must prepare to pay higher prices, have multiple alternate gift ideas, and anticipate longer delivery windows. To retain customers, retailers will need to prepare their employees to help frustrated customers find what they want. Already, retailers are warning consumers early about the lack of product, earlier ship dates and suggesting substitutions for original gift ideas if they are sold out or unable to fulfill in time.

Digital Discovery: The Hybrid Reality
Digital discovery is key to captivating consumers on the path to purchase across all channels. The in-store experience is now more digitally engaging, while online and mobile shopping has evolved into a more immersive experience that mimics the physical store as much as possible. For the first time, Target kicked off Deal Days in October with offerings online, through the Target App, and at all Target stores, allowing shoppers to save across all channels. Social commerce is also one of the fastest-growing segments of retail. Consumers also are embracing live-streamed fashion shows, using artificial and virtual reality apps to try on cosmetics, apparel and accessories, and using personalized digital stylists for gifting this year.

 

 

About Madison Marquette
Madison Marquette is a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 330 assets in 20 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6.2 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes — including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family. Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has a strategic bench of professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies.

Media Contact: Peter Bartelme, [email protected], 415-664-1503

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Madison Marquette Completes Long-Term Lease Renewal for Shell at 1000 Main

 

HOUSTON, November 2, 2021 – The Houston office of Madison Marquette today announced that Shell Oil Company, a subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell plc (Shell) has signed a long-term lease extension for 259,000 square feet at 1000 Main in downtown Houston. Although the original lease was not due to expire until the end of 2025, Shell took an early decision to renew and will continue to occupy eight floors in the 837,161-square-foot Class A office tower.

Madison Marquette’s Wade Bowlin represented the landlord, Germany-based Union Investment, in the transaction, which marks the largest office lease signed in Houston’s CBD year-to-date. Cushman & Wakefield’s Tim Relyea and Joseph Peddie represented the tenant.

“Shell’s lease extension illustrates a rising trend among tenants for amenity-rich office space as they continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Bowlin, central regional president for Madison Marquette’s property services. “Investing in an amenity package elevates the workday routine and provides onsite access to conveniences that appeal to tenants who are fully or partially returning to the office after 16+ months working from home.”

The 1000 Main property is one of several office buildings and facilities used by Shell in the Houston area and is occupied mainly by the company’s Trading & Supply business in the United States.

In June 2021, the property opened a Gensler-designed amenity center to provide tenants alternative venues to the daily workstation along with a variety of spaces to retreat and refuel. The 12,500 square-foot tenant-exclusive lounge area is equipped with wi-fi and high-end finishes along with restaurant and lounge seating surrounding a barista style coffee station. A state-of-the-art conference center offers flexible options to accommodate up to 144 people with town hall seating, or a three-room configuration for board room and classroom style seating. A separate gaming area features two Top-Golf simulators, a pool table, shuffleboard and multiple TVs for an after-hours spot to watch a game or unplug with colleagues. Additional onsite amenities include a fitness center and training studio complete with automated spin and yoga classes, treadmills, free weights, spa-style locker rooms, towel service and quality personal care amenities.

Built in 2003, 1000 Main is a LEED-Platinum certified, 36-story office tower with approximately 42,470 square feet of retail. Located off Main Street and Lamar along the Metro Rail, 1000 Main is linked to the extensive Downtown Houston tunnel system which offers access to a variety of shops, services and additional dining options.

Photography of 1000 Main’s newly constructed amenity center is available for download here.

 

About Union Investment
Union Investment stands for forward-looking real estate investments worldwide. Our business model is underpinned by 55 years of real estate expertise. With assets under management of around EUR 49 billion, Union Investment is one of Europe’s leading real estate investment managers. The company invests in the office, retail, hospitality, logistics and residential sectors and holds around 440 commercial properties across 23 countries worldwide in its portfolio. In the US and Mexico Union Investment actively manages 34 properties worth a total of EUR 5.4 billion. For additional information, visit https://realestate.union-investment.com

About Madison Marquette
Madison Marquette is a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 330 assets in 20 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6.2 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes -- including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family. Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has a strategic bench of professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies. For additional information, visit www.madisonmarquette.com.

Madison Marquette Expands Retail Services Leadership with New President and Executive Vice President

Gavin Farnam, President, Retail Services, and Heather Almond, Executive Vice President, Retail Services

WASHINGTON, DC – Madison Marquette, a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator, today announces the strategic addition of Gavin Farnam, President, and Heather Almond, Executive Vice President, to its national Retail Services team. With more than 37 years of combined real estate experience, Farnam and Almond will enhance connectivity across service lines as the firm invests in expanding its integrated service offerings to meet clients’ diverse business goals.

In these national roles, Farnam will be based in the firm’s San Francisco office and Almond in the Seattle office. The pair will report to Madison Marquette’s Chief Asset Services Officer Drew Genova.

“The addition of Gavin and Heather optimizes our retail practice and allows us to deliver innovative and scalable real estate strategies to our national client base. We are investing in expanding our integrated service offerings, and Gavin’s diverse expertise paired with Heather’s track record of growing NOI are a critical piece of that effort,” said Genova. “Their leadership will create unique synergies between Madison Marquette’s full-service platform and Retail Solutions investment arm, enhancing our ability to capitalize on market opportunities.”

Madison Marquette’s CEO Vince Costantini said, “These strategic hires augment the firm’s growth and scale by adding additional talented resources to an exceptional team of professionals across the country as we work to help our clients navigate through the current market disruption. Gavin and Heather’s leadership will also be integral to the expansion of opportunities in support of our retail and mixed-use joint venture investment practice.”

Farnam is a 17-year commercial real estate veteran that joins Madison Marquette from CBRE where he served as Managing Director and Retail Practice Leader for the firm’s retail property management business in the Americas. Farnam will lead the property management and leasing teams under Madison Marquette’s fully integrated retail platform, and will drive client and business development strategy.

Farnam said, “Madison Marquette has a strong retail brand. I’m excited to couple my owner and third-party service experience to deliver growth and returns to our investors and clients.”

Almond will lead property management and marketing strategy for Madison Marquette’s owned and third-party retail assets. She brings over 20 years of experience from two global leaders in the commercial and shopping center real estate industry. She most recently served as Director of National Retail Marketing at CBRE where she led consumer and property marketing for the firm’s national retail property management platform.

“My passion for creating engaging consumer environments and experiences aligns well with Madison Marquette’s legacy as an innovative placemaker and vision for its properties,” said Almond. “I’m excited to partner with Gavin and the property management and leasing teams to build on the longstanding reputation of Madison Marquette.”

About Madison Marquette
Madison Marquette is a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 330 assets in 20 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6.2 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes -- including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family. Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has a strategic bench of professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies. For additional information, visit www.madisonmarquette.com.

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Madison Marquette Veteran Honored by ICSC

John-david Franklin Receives Trustees Distinguished Service Award

Washington, D.C. — June 19 2020 — Madison Marquette, a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator, announced today that John-david Franklin, Senior Vice President – Retail Solutions, has received the prestigious Trustees Distinguished Service Award from the International Conference of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

“I am pleased to have been named a recipient of this award by ICSC,” stated John-david Franklin. “At Madison Marquette, we have long been dedicated to the creation of special places and to the strengthening of neighborhoods – something that is important to ICSC and that is reflected in the work done by this year’s and past recipients of the Trustees Distinguished Service Award,” Mr. Franklin added.

The Trustees Distinguished Service Award recognizes ICSC members who have also made significant contributions to the industry and have established themselves as leaders within the organization. It is symbolically a lifetime achievement award bestowed only upon longtime ICSC members and volunteers. The award honors members for their important role in helping ICSC achieve key milestones.

John-david Franklin has been a member of ICSC since 1981 and has held a variety of leadership positions with the organizations. At Madison Marquette, Mr. Franklin has been associated with the success of such iconic projects as Asbury Park Boardwalk and Montgomery Promenade among many others. Mr. Franklin has been a senior leasing executive with Madison Marquette since 2004.

“We appreciate ICSC’s recognition of John-david’s significant contributions to ICSC leadership and to the innovative evolution of the retail environment in the United States,” said Tom Gilmore, Chief Strategy Officer – Retail Solutions. “Madison Marquette has long supported the critical work being done by ICSC to anticipate and meet the changing needs of American retail investors, stakeholders and consumers,” Vince Costantini, CEO, added.

ABOUT MADISON MARQUETTE

Madison Marquette is a leading private full-service real estate provider, investment manager, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. The company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 330 assets in 20 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes — including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family. Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has a strategic bench of professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies. For additional information, visit www.madisonmarquette.com.

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Rosen Group expands north Houston offices

By Katherine Feser (as appearing in Houston Chronicle)
Published 7:00 am CDT, Friday, March 20, 2020
The Rosen Group leased space in the Gateway I and II office buildings near Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Oprona, a subsidiary of the Rosen Group, expanded in the Gateway I & II office complex in north Houston to meet the growing demand for its business.

The company, which leased 31,804 square feet, provides automated inspection systems, flowmeters, cleaning tools, coatings and instruments to the oil and gas industry.

The location near JFK Boulevard and Bush Intercontinental Airport factored into the expansion decision, according to Michael Evans, manager of brokerage services at MHW Brokerage Services, which represented Oprona.

The company will grow from about half a floor in one of the buildings to 22,754 square feet in 3663 N. Sam Houston Parkway East (Gateway I) and an additional 9,050 square feet in 15333 JFK Blvd. (Gateway II). Rosen Group also has nearby offices at 14120 Interdrive East.

Jeff Williams and Mitchell Oxman of MHW Brokerage Services represented the tenant in the lease. Marci Phillips, Livy White, Wade Bowlin and Angelina Stone of Madison Marquette represented the landlord, Gateway Houston Partners.

The deal is a score for the North Houston/Greenspoint area, which has struggled since companies such as Exxon Mobil, Noble Energy, Southwestern Energy, FMC Technologies and Insperity departed to new office campuses elsewhere over the last decade.

The North Belt/IAH submarket has the highest office vacancy rate in the Houston region at 49.2 percent, according to Madison Marquette. That’s down from a peak of 50.2 percent at mid-year 2019.

The market seems to have turned a corner, registering three positive quarters of leasing gains after occupancy losses for six consecutive years, according to Madison Marquette.

The Oprona deal is one of nine new leases, expansions and renewals totaling 76,343 in the Gateway I & II portfolio over the past 18 months, according to Madison Marquette. Occupancy of the 268,760-square-foot complex rose to a current 60.7 percent, up from 51.6 percent 18 months ago.

The leases at the complex account for 7 percent of the leasing activity in the North Belt/IAH submarket over the past 18 months, according to Madison Marquette. The submarket’s uptick in activity over the past 18 months consisted mostly of leases under 10,000 square feet.

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Experts Across Property Sectors Share Best Practices on Coronavirus Safety (WEBINAR)

Within a matter of weeks, the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has gone from being a public health concern in China to becoming one across the globe, including the United States. Spreading at least as rapidly as COVID-19 itself have been fear and misinformation.

With a view toward promoting the exchange of reliable information along with best practices, Connect Commercial Real Estate on Tuesday gathered experts representing each of the major property types for a 40-minute webinar on the impact of COVID-19.
Their focus: the measures each is taking to promote a safer environment within their properties, for tenants and visitors alike. Daniel Ceniceros, CEO of Connect Commercial Real Estate, moderated the discussion.

The panelists included:

  • Julianne B. Goodfellow, senior director, government affairs, National Multifamily Housing Council
  • Mark Duclos, president & co-founder, Sentry Commercial & SIOR President
  • Kiersten H. Pearce, VP, member engagement & services, American Hotel & Lodging Association
  • Anjee Solanki, national director retail services | USA, Colliers International
  • Drew Genova, chief asset services officer, Madison Marquette
  • Michael Oddo, founder & president, Metro Services Group
  • Laura Boyd, property risk program manager, Pinnacle
  • Jeff Herrera, senior general manager, Rising Realty Partners

Although common sense plays a major part in the COVID-19 strategies across these property types—for example, encouraging people to wash their hands regularly—there are also considerations unique to each sector.

A retail environment, for example, may see hundreds of shoppers coming and going on a daily basis, while multifamily properties offer community spaces such as gyms and saunas. Panelists addressed these considerations in the course of the conversation.

Also on the agenda was the business impact of COVID-19, which, of course, is evolving and varies from one sector to another. Connect Commercial Real Estate plans to reconvene the panelists in a few weeks for an update.

Meanwhile, the webinar is available for replay in the recording below.

Jon Carrasco Appointed Associate Director, Research and Data Analytics for Madison Marquette

(As appears on PR Newswire)

WASHINGTON — Madison Marquette, a leading private real estate service provider, operator and developer, is pleased to announce Jon Carrasco as Associate Director, Research and Data Analytics for Madison Marquette. In this role, Mr. Carrasco will be responsible for supporting the company's national brokerage platform by providing market intelligence, strategic analytical tools, and insight interpretation that will position the company to deliver more effective, competitive, and successful intelligence and analytics to its clients. He will report to the National Director of Research and senior market leadership to develop and execute strategic research plans to align with Madison's goals for expanding and improving its Research & Data Analytics platform.

"We are delighted to welcome Jon Carrasco to our research team," said Ariel Guerrero, SVP/Director of Research and Market Analysis for Madison Marquette. "His expertise in the industry's leading research data processing tools, combined with his background in intelligence analytics will provide our team with the resources needed to curate custom datasets and industry analysis for our clients."

Prior to joining Madison Marquette, Jon was a Senior Data Intelligence Analyst for CBRE where he was frequently invited to teach advance Tableau training sessions to research peers across the company. His research presentation platforms have been featured by CBRE Research as a Global Best Practice, and under his leadership, the intelligence team re-developed the company's proprietary database of lease comps and property data.

"With this addition to our research platform, Madison Marquette continues to enhance its analytics support, offering our clients the insight to drive decisions that add value to their real estate," said Drew Genova, Chief Asset Services Officer, Madison Marquette.

Jon is currently an adjunct professor of micro- and macroeconomics at Lone Star College, and is a graduate of Rice University with a B.A. in Mathematical Economic Analysis. He obtained both an M.A. in Economics and an M.S. in Finance from the University of Houston, and recently served as Chairman of the Finance Subcommittee for CBRE Cares.

He will be based in the Houston office.

 

About Madison Marquette

Madison Marquette is a leading private real estate investment manager, service provider, developer and operator headquartered in Washington, D.C. As a full-service real estate provider, the company delivers integrated investment, development, leasing and management services to a diverse portfolio of 330 assets in 20 states and manages an investment portfolio valued at over $6 billion. The company partners with global, institutional and private investors to provide industry-leading investment and advisory services across asset classes -- including mixed-use, retail, office, medical, industrial, senior living and multi-family. Following its 2019 merger with the Boston-based Roseview Group, Madison Marquette added capital markets, investment banking and corporate advisory services to its integrated capabilities. Founded in 1992, the company built its reputation on the successful development, repositioning and redevelopment of landmark mixed-use assets, and now leverages that performance legacy to provide clients with exceptional asset services and investment advice. Madison Marquette has over 620 professionals providing nationwide service from 14 regional markets and is a member of the Capital Guidance group of companies.

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