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Eastport Real Estate Services names Bowen principal - previously president

According to Eastport Real Estate Services, Inc., Robert Bowen has been named a principal of the firm. Bowen joined Eastport three years ago as president, hired to oversee and expand Eastport's management operations. Partners of the firm, who include Michael Price, Mark Connaughton and Richard Connaughton are excited about Bowen's participation at the partnership level. Previously a vice president at Carruth Capital, Bowen has been in the real estate industry for 19 years. Price said, "Bob is so committed to our operation. He has an innate sense of how to run the company and his leasing and management skills have been invaluable." Founded in 1995, Eastport Real Estate Services is a property management and consulting firm with a singular intent: to create, enhance and preserve value for its clients. Eastport manages a wide range of property types, including commercial, retail and medical throughout Massachusetts. In addition to third party property management services, Eastport also offers maintenance services, advisory services and leasing. For further information about Eastport Real Estate Services, visit www.eastportrealestate.com.
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