May 23, 2024

ULI gathers at RailSpur

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If you haven't ventured into the alleyways at RailSpur, in Pioneer Square, our local chapter of the Urban Land Institute is offering an occasion. It's hosting a “Between Two Firs” talk from Pat Foley, of Lake Union Partners, at the Cassette Club. You can find that cozy bike shop (and coffee shop) in the alley at 115 S. Jackson St. Topics may include the nearby and recently opened Washington Park building, a historic renovation project on the waterfront that LUP did with Unico Properties. The event takes place at 5 p.m. Weds., May 29. Details and registration: northwest.uli.org.

NAI Puget Sound Properties

Braden

Le

NAI Puget Sound Properties recently announced two new hires. Matt Le makes the move from Marcus & Millichap, where he specialized in self-storage investment sales. At his new perch, he'll join the NAI retail team. And Ally Braden departs Cushman & Wakefield to continue her focus on industrial properties. NAI's Tina Pappas said in a statement, “We are thrilled to welcome Ally and Matt to our Bellevue office. Their enthusiasm and fresh perspectives make them invaluable additions to our team. We are confident that their presence will further enhance our capabilities and client services.”

JLL

Honsaker

JLL's Bill Honsaker is moving from its Phoenix office to Seattle, that brokerage recently announced. He's a 35-year industry veteran, with experience up and down the West Coast. His background includes leasing and sales, for both users and investors, in the industrial, tech, logistics, R&D and office markets. He said in a statement, “I'm excited to join our team in greater Seattle and help JLL clients throughout the U.S. and abroad.” JLL's Chris Spofford added, “Bill brings a unique background to the negotiating table, having successfully marketed several million square feet of properties for both private and institutional owners, run seven national corporate real estate portfolios, and served as a commercial property manager. His experience and knowledge allow him to effectively and creatively structure competitive and aggressive transactions.”

Avatar Financial Group

Caldwell

Locally based Avatar Financial Group announced its recent hiring of Richard Caldwell, a 25-year industry veteran who'll remain based in Northern California. There, his focus will continue to be the origination and underwriting of commercial real estate loans, and new business development. He makes the move from Extensia Financial. Avatar's T.R. Hazelrigg IV said in a statement, “As a longtime member of the upper echelon of the industry, Richard is well-versed in both commercial real estate and capital markets, as well as with the decision-making process when it comes to investment and financing.”