Our Team

Professional Experience

John is one of Metro Detroit’s most trusted experts in industrial real estate. His practice encompasses property sales, leasing, build-to-suit projects, and strategic representation for both landlords and tenants.

John’s deep technical understanding of industrial operations sets him apart. He is well-versed in every nuance of industrial facility requirements — from manufacturing workflows and bulk distribution logistics to automotive supplier specifications, crane and dock configurations, sprinkler density codes, outside storage, and zoning compliance. He also has extensive experience with rail access and waterway docking facilities, allowing him to navigate even the most complex site selection and development challenges.

A proven dealmaker with a reputation for precision and professionalism, John delivers tailored, results-driven real estate solutions that help his clients operate efficiently, expand strategically, and maximize long-term value.

Before joining P.A. Commercial, John spent 11 years as a Vice President with Grubb & Ellis Company, following 11 years as a Vice President at Colliers International.

Select Assignments/Transactions

• Global Tenant Rep for Composites Ones. Over 10 Industrial Lease Transactions Facilitated, including:
•     Lease renewal of 75,000 SF in Santa Fe, CA
•     Lease renewal of 30,000 SF in Monessen, PA
•     Lease renewal of 30,000 SF in Nashville, TN
•     Lease renewal of 30,000 SF in Seattle, WA
•     Lease renewal of 27,000 SF in Dayton, OH
•     Lease renewal of 15,000 SF in Troy, WI
• Tenant Rep – Lease of 165,000 SF for Grupo Antolin
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 20,000 SF for China Automotive
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 139,000 SF for MST Steel
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 285,000 SF for Ashley Capital
• Tenant Rep – Lease of 50,000 SF for Grand Rapids Controls
• Tenant Rep – Lease of 118,000 SF for Global Logistics Distribution in Troy
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 35,000 SF for Sturdy Grinding in New Haven
• Tenant Rep – Lease of 31,700 SF for Omer North America Corp in Sterling Heights
• Seller Rep – Investment Sale of 20,395 SF Strip Center in Waterford
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 64,000 SF for ABC Supply Co in Highland Park
• Landlord Rep – Lease of 31,800 SF Industrial Building in Novi
• Broker of Record – Sale of 18,700 SF Industrial Building in Warren
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 52,600 SF Industrial Building in Warren
• Buyer Rep – Acquisition of 31,500 SF industrial building in Canton
• Seller Rep – Sale of 4.32 Acre Land Parcel in Warren to DTE Energy
  Tenant Rep – Lease of 46,000 SF Manufacturing Building for Global Logistics Corp in Auburn Hills
• Tenant Rep – Lease of 28,640 SF Manufacturing Building for ABC Supply Co in Sterling Heights

Awards

Q4 2024 Power Broker
CoStar Group

Q3 2024 Power Broker
CoStar Group

Largest Lease of a Single Transaction, 2023
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Highest Volume of Closed Deals, 2023
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Top Transaction Volume in the Leasing Category, 2023
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

GOAT Award, 2022
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Top Transaction Volume in the Leasing Category, 2022
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Highest Volume of New Listings, 2021
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Highest Volume of Closed Deals, 2021
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Highest Volume of Closed Deals, 2020
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards

Top Producer – Highest Volume of New Listings, 2020
P.A. Commercial Dealmaker Awards