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Trapilo joins Coastal Commercial Real Estate as broker

New Bedford, MA Richard Trapilo has joined Coastal Commercial Real Estate (CCRE).

As a licensed real estate broker, Trapilo has an extensive background in acquiring, developing, and selling commercial properties. In addition to commercial property, he has a solid background in buying and selling residential property.

Trapilo has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in management and sales from previous experience as an award-winning Northeast sales manager with XEROX and executive VP/GM at C.P. Bourg Inc. in New Bedford.

Trapilo received his Bachelor of Arts from UMass Boston and earned his MBA from Lake Forest College, Illinois. He is a member of the Realtor Association of Southeastern Mass. He has also served on the board of directors at Milton Hospital, EDSF, and FirstPublish.com.

Lori Nery, CBR, LMS, GRI, broker/VP of Coastal Commercial said, “We are thrilled that Rick is joining our growing CCRE team.” His knowledge and experience make him an accomplished broker and our clients will enjoy working with a true professional.”

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