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O’Brien Commercial Properties Inc. hire Ruf and Engel as associates

Skyler Ruf
Sean Engel

Concord, MA O’Brien Commercial Properties Inc. (OCP) has hired Skyler Ruf as an associate to its growing team of professional brokers. Skyler is dedicated to further OCP’s mission to provide commercial real estate expertise while specializing in selling and leasing industrial space in the I-495 corridor. He has demonstrated work ethic and motivation through his academic achievements and leadership experience. Ruf’s character and commitment to life-long learning make him an invaluable addition to the team.

OCP has also hired Sean Engel as an associate. Engel is dedicated to further OCP Inc.’s mission to provide commercial real estate expertise and grow its presence in new and existing markets. He will specialize in industrial and office investments and leasing in the Rte. 3 and I-495 submarkets. He has demonstrated work ethic and motivation through his academic and sports achievements and leadership experience. Engel’s commitment to excellence and life-long learning and his upright character make him an invaluable addition to the team.

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