Category: Massachusetts

Kingston, MA James Keefe of Greater Boston Commercial Properties Inc. (GBCP) has completed the sale of 68 Evergreen St., an 18,975 s/f multi-tenant professional and medical office building.

Leominster, MA Savills represented GSC USA in a 231,000 s/f lease renewal at 175 Pioneer Dr. The renewal positions the plastics injection molding company for long-term growth while enabling reinvestment in operations and equipment.

Hanover, MA Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC negotiated the sale of 439 Columbia Rd. to Joanne Burke-Sherman, founder and president of Dharma Dreams Vocational Center, an organization that empowers young adults with learning differences by preparing them for meaningful work and independence

Amesbury, MA Faulkner Commercial Group and KW Commercial negotiated the $1.175 million sale of 11Elm St. The three-story building contains 9,160 s/f on a 4,792 s/f corner lot.

What is one major challenge you’ve overcome as a leader, and what did it teach you? One of the hardest lessons I’ve learned as a leader is understanding how to use people’s strengths effectively while recognizing their limits. You want to challenge your team so they grow, but you also need to know when a task plays to someone’s weakness and adjust your expectations accordingly.

Who has had the greatest impact on your career or leadership journey? Charlie Altieri, founder of Auburn, has had the greatest impact on my leadership journey.

What recent accomplishment or initiative are you most proud of, and what impact did it have on your firm, clients, or community? For the past 12 years, I have participated in the Run to Home Base fundraising run, which supports veterans and their families.

What recent accomplishment or initiative are you most proud of, and what impact did it have on your firm, clients, or community? Fulfilling the goals and dreams of our clients is probably one of the most important things we do.

What recent accomplishment or initiative are you most proud of, and what impact did it have on your firm, clients, or community? Our continued growth over the past year has brought exciting developments. We expanded our Investment Real Estate Service Offerings to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry, launching two new divisions

What recent accomplishment or initiative are you most proud of, and what impact did it have on your firm, clients, or community? I am most proud of my role as OPM for the 75 Broadway development. The accomplishment lies in assembling and supporting a team of top-tier professionals who are the field’s best.

How do you inspire, motivate, or mentor others within your organization? By being empathetic and taking genuine time with others. Too often we hear “I’m just too busy,” or “things have been crazy,” which are not false statements (I’ve said them myself), but one’s own load should not be a deterrent from providing mentorship or instruction to someone in need.

What is one major challenge you’ve overcome as a leader, and what did it teach you? One major challenge I have overcome was learning to communicate effectively with a diverse team throughout three offices that have very different working styles and perspectives.