Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co. Announces
The Expansion of BP Barber
GREENVILLE, SC (December, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease expansion
to a 10,032 square feet office suite at 126 Millport Circle by BP Barber. The
space was needed in order to facilitate the unexpected growth they have experienced
over the short period of time they have been in this market. “BP Barber’s entrance
into the Greenville market has been well received and they continue to grow, more
than doubling their initial SF in less than 6 months,” says Charles Gouch. BP
Barber was represented by Charles Gouch, CCIM who is a member of the Office Group
with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co. Announces
Newly Constructed Office Building Sold
GREENVILLE, SC (November, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces a recent purchase
of Building 2 at 68 Pointe Circle in Greenville. The 11,800 square foot office
building was sold to Creekside Building 2, LLC. Anna T. Locke, partner of Creekside
Building 2, LLC, will locate her company, AT Locke, PC, to the building as the
majority tenant. The buyer was represented by Alan Kirby who is a member of the
Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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The Furman Co., Inc. Presented the Creative Thinkers Award
by Counselors of Real Estate
GREENVILLE, SC, (October, 2008) - - The Furman Co., one of the leading providers
of integrated real estate, development and insurance services, was recently awarded
the Creative Thinkers Award by the Counselors of Real Estate –Carolinas Chapter.
The Furman Co. was one of four winners for the 2008 “Creative Thinkers Award”
by the Carolinas Chapter of the Counselors of Real Estate held in Charlotte, NC.
This distinguished award is aimed at recognizing leaders in the Carolinas in thought
and execution of commercial real estate. The categories are broad-based, including
public-private partnerships, adaptive reuse of buildings, LEEDS innovation in
sustainability, and more.
The Furman Co. was recognized for innovation and flexibility in developing the
117,000-square foot Timken Building on the campus of the Clemson University International
Center for Automotive Research (CU-ICAR). The development sets a trend for university
research park collaboration with the private sector. Constructed over a short
13-month period, the Timken Building is expandable to 206,000 square feet. It
was awarded the USGB Gold LEED certification.
Other recipients included Spectrum Properties, Wachovia, and Land Design. Spectrum
Properties was recognized for the adaptive reuse of a class C office building
into a class A residential condominium high rise at 230 South Tryon Street in
Charlotte, NC. Wachovia for its multi-use development under construction in uptown
Charlotte which at +/- 1M sf will have an underground parking deck, office space,
retail uses and will house the Wake Forest Graduate School. Land Design and Conformity
Corporation for an infill development, Southborough, with a Lowes Home Improvement
store, for-sale townhouses and condominiums, restaurants, and office space two
blocks from a light rail station on South Boulevard in Charlotte, NC.
“Due to the overall positive business climate in the Carolinas, the commercial
real estate market has recently experienced many notable, and creative projects.
The Carolinas Chapter of the Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) decided that many
of these ventures were worthy of recognition and wanted to devise an award program
to focus on the region's unique and innovative leadership in the real estate field.
The desire to increase this focus was the catalyst for the CRE Creative Thinker's
Award.” - Von W. Moody III, Vice Chair, Carolinas Chapter
Frank Warren, the current Carolinas Chapter Chair, adds “We saw a number of extraordinary
projects, both large and small, worthy of recognition. We want this award to
encourage creative solutions to complicated development opportunities, particularly
those in urban areas that can promote the principles of long-term sustainability.”
Based in Chicago, the Counselors of Real Estate is an international organization
of 1,100 real estate advisors with proven experience finding solutions for real
estate developers, investors, lenders, and government agencies.
The Furman Co. Inc., which was established in Greenville in 1888,
is a prestigious, full-service commercial real estate, development and insurance
services company.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Innegrity Leases Space at Trinity Commerce Center
GREENVILLE, SC (October, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 120,000
square feet at Trinity Commerce Center. Trinity is a newly renovated, multi-tenant,
industrial facility located on Old Stage Road in Simpsonville. The warehouse
space was leased to Innegrity, LLC as a part of their local expansion. Trinity
Commerce Center is represented by John Scott, CCIM, SIOR, Brian Young, CCIM, and
Trey Pennington who are all members of the Industrial Group with Grubb & Ellis|The
Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
A New Tenant at 101 Park Place Court
GREENVILLE, SC (October, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 15,000
square feet of industrial space located at 101 Park Place Court in Greenville.
The warehouse & distribution space was leased by Rema USA, LLC, who is new
to the Greenville market. The property’s landlord was represented by Brian Young,
CCIM, and Trey Pennington who are all members of the Industrial Group with Grubb
& Ellis|The Furman Co.
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THE FURMAN CO. PROUDLY ANNOUNCES
Stephen P. Navarro, President of The Furman Co., Named Trustee of ULI
GREENVILLE, SC, (September 2008) - - The Urban Land Institute (ULI), a nonprofit
education and research institute dedicated to responsible land use, has appointed
Stephen P. Navarro, CRE, CCIM, FRICS to its Board of Trustees. The President of
The Furman Co., Mr. Navarro started serving a three-year term on July 1, 2008.
Founded in 1936, the institute now has more than 40,000 members worldwide representing
the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines, working
in private enterprise and public service. The mission of the Urban Land Institute
is to provide leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining
thriving communities worldwide.
"It's an honor to be appointed. ULI and I share a commitment towards educating
our next generation about responsible property development and the role we play
in shaping our communities.”
Mr. Navarro is also currently serving on the ULI Leadership teams both at the
State and National levels. As a member of the South Carolina District Council
Board of Advisors, Mr. Navarro was instrumental in establishing the first District
Council in South Carolina. He is immediate past Chairman of the Upstate Region
for South Carolina District Council. As a Council Counselor, Mr. Navarro is one
of twelve leaders, appointed by the National Chairman to oversee 44 ULI Product
Councils, consisting of almost 2,500 real estate professionals. He is a past
Chairman of the Small Scale Development Council and past Vice Chairman of the
National Program Committee. In July of 2007, Mr. Navarro also accepted appointment
to the ULI District Council Leadership team, serving as a member of the National
District Council Advisors Board.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
The Sale of 260 Parkway East
GREENVILLE, SC (July, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of a 96,000 square
foot industrial building at 260 Parkway East. Two Sixty Properties, who was represented
by Brian Young, CCIM, sold the property to Exeter Property Group. Brian is a
member of the Industrial Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Mediation Center Relocates
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces a recent lease at 27 Cleveland
Street by Ridgeland LLC. The office suite was leased to Upstate Community Mediation
Center to facilitate a relocation of their Greenville location. Ridgeland LLC
was represented by Charles Gouch, CCIM and Alan Kirby who are members of the Office
Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Law Firm Expansion
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces a recent lease at 620
North Main Street by Baker & Baker Real Estate Developers, LLC. The 1,924
square foot office space was leased to the Welch Law Firm to facilitate an expansion
of their Greenville location. The law firm is originally based in Greenwood.
Baker & Baker Real Estate Developers, LLC was represented by Charles Gouch,
CCIM and Alan Kirby who are members of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The
Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Land Purchased in Central, SC
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces the recent sale of land
at 184 Brookbend Rd in Central by the Chandler Family. The 44.37 acres was sold
to Three Saints Real Estate Trust. The land will be part of the future facility
expansion plan for St. Andrews Catholic Church. The plan is in place to ensure
their continued service to the catholic community within Pickens and Oconee Counties.
Three Saints Real Estate Trust was represented by Doug Webster who is a member
of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Law Firm Expansion
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces a recent lease at 620
North Main Street by Baker & Baker Real Estate Developers, LLC. The 1,924
square foot office space was leased to the Welch Law Firm to facilitate an expansion
of their Greenville location. The law firm is originally based in Greenwood.
Baker & Baker Real Estate Developers, LLC was represented by Charles Gouch,
CCIM and Alan Kirby who are members of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The
Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Two Industrial Buildings Sold on Buncombe Rd
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces the recent sale of two
(2) industrial buildings on Buncombe Rd. The buildings total 25,000 square feet
and reside on 4.6 acres. The property was sold to Foster Holdings LLC. Foster
Holdings LLC was represented by Trey Pennington who is a member of the Industrial
Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Penske Truck Leases Acreage
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 12 acres
at White Horse Rd from Christopher Family Investments. The land was leased to
Penske Truck in order for them to build a new sales and leasing center. Penske
Truck was represented by Brian Young, CCIM who is a member of the Industrial Group
with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Engineering Firm Opens in Greenville
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 128 Millport
Circle. The 4,880 square foot office space was leased to BP Barber, an engineering
firm that has recently opened in Greenville.
BP Barber was represented by Charles Gouch, CCIM who is a member of the Office
Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Distribution Company Purchases Eastside Office Building
GREENVILLE, SC (May, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces a recent sale of 11 Caledon
Court by BACM 2001-1 Greenville Park, LLC. The 12,500 square foot office building
was sold to Eastern Industrial Supply in order to expand their distribution company.
BACM 2001-1 Greenville Park, LLC was represented by Charles Gouch, CCIM and Doug
Webster who are members of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman
Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. PROUDLY ANNOUNCES
Newly Renovated Industrial Park Accommodates Tenant’s Expansion
GREENVILLE, SC (April, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the leading
providers of integrated real estate services, announces a tenant’s expansion in
Hampton Park. The newly renovated industrial park is located on Wade Hampton
Boulevard. UTi will occupy approximately 155,000 SF at Hampton Park. UTI provides
Warehouse and Logistics Services. The leasing broker that represents Hampton
Park is Brian Young, CCIM who is a member of the Industrial Group with Grubb &
Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Two Warehouse Properties Sold & Immediately Leased
GREENVILLE, SC (April, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of two
warehouses owned by T. Walter Brashier & Associates to investor, Schwarz &
Schwarz. The 160,000 square foot warehouse on Old Laurens Road was quickly leased
to Caterpillar. The 80,000 square foot warehouse on Welcome Rd was leased to
Human Technologies. T. Walter Brashier & Associates was represented by Ford
Borders & Grice Hunt with NAI Earle Furman and by John Scott, CCIM, SIOR who
is a member of the Industrial Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
IT Company Relocates
GREENVILLE, SC (March, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 5,500
square foot office suite at 430 Roper Mountain Road. The owner, Sun Roper LLC,
leased the space to Postec Inc., which is an IT company preparing for expansion.
Sun Roper LLC was represented by Doug Webster and Charles Gouch, CCIM who are
members of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Warehouse Sells on West Lenhardt Road
GREENVILLE, SC (March, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of a
13,000 square foot warehouse located on West Lenhardt Road in Greenville. The
owner, Margaret Ulmer, sold the property to Covington Development. Covington
Development was represented by Chris Covington in the transaction. Ms.Ulmer
was represented by John Scott, CCIM, SIOR and Brian Young, CCIM who are members
of the Industrial Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Oreck Clean Home Centers Relocates to Woodruff Road
GREENVILLE, SC (March, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 1,313
square feet of retail space in The Shops at Greenridge on Woodruff Road in Greenville.
The new tenant is Oreck Clean Home Centers. They are moving from their Haywood
Road location in order to better facilitate a re-designed image of its retail
stores. They will feature lifestyle graphics, a variety of color and multiple
floor types to simulate a consumer’s home. “The experience reinforces our belief
that Oreck products are Healthier. Easier. Smarter.™ “, as quoted by an Oreck
representative. Oreck was represented by Heather Hardman who is a member of
the Retail Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Palmetto Lifestyles Expands to the Greenville Market
GREENVILLE, SC (March, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of a
5,500 square foot office suite at 12 Maple Tree Court. The owner, Rajman 04 LLC,
leased the space to Palmetto Lifestyles, based in Anderson, SC, and are adding
a location in the Greenville market. Rajman 04 LLC was represented by Charles
Gouch, CCIM and Alan Kirby who are members of the Office Group with Grubb &
Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Top Producers in 2007
Greenville, SC (February 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, is proud to announce their
top 3 producers for 2007. They are John Scott, CCIM, SIOR, Matt Covington and
Charles D. Couch, CCIM.
John P. Scott, CCIM, SIOR serves as Vice President of the Industrial Group, where
he is responsible for the sale and lease of warehouse and plant facilities throughout
upstate South Carolina, including industrial and investment properties. Some
of his significant transactions in 2007 include the lease of 209,898 SF on S.
Batesville Rd to Speedway Packaging & Distribution for Prologis , as well
as the lease of a 100,000 SF industrial building to Sun Paper Co for T. Walter
Brashier & Assoc. Through John, a Canadian automotive supplier, Datran, executed
a 10 year lease on a 50,000 SF building in South Greenville. It was sold to an
investment group in St Louis. He also sold a 55,000 SF manufacturing facility
located on Asheville Highway.
Matt Covington is Vice President of the Retail Group specializing in site acquisition,
asset disposition, investment sales and development consulting. Matt has been
working in the commercial real estate industry since 1997. In the last year,
he was involved with a 35,000 SF retail big box sale to Peak Fitness on Wade Hampton
Blvd. He has also worked closely with a franchisee for Dunkin Donuts in Upstate
SC and has assisted them in opening 8 new locations. In 2007, Matt also completed
sales transactions involving Advance Auto, Chili’s, Aaron Rents, Spinx Co., and
CVS.
Charles D. Gouch, CCIM is a member of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The
Furman Co., specializing in Landlord and Tenant representation as well as acquisition
and disposition of office properties. Charles assists clients in developing and
implementing strategic real estate plans that are specifically designed to complement
their business. His more noteworthy transactions in 2007 include representing
Liberty Property Trust in the sale of their 46,514 SF office building at 420 Park
Avenue, representing Sealed Air in leasing 24,859 SF at Independence Pointe, and
representing LNR Partners in the sale of the Broadwalk Building, a 68,000 SF office
building located at 201 East Broad Street in Spartanburg.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Newly Renovated Industrial Park Welcomes New Tenants
GREENVILLE, SC (February, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces 2 new tenants
in Hampton Park. The newly renovated industrial park is located on Wade Hampton
Boulevard. UTI contracted to occupy 103,000 square feet and Mid-State Tire
leased 65,000 square feet. Both tenants are new to the industrial park and have
obtained the space in order to facilitate business expansion. The leasing broker that represents Hampton Park is Brian Young, CCIM who is a
member of the Industrial Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
A New Business Locates in Greenville
GREENVILLE, SC (February, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sub-lease
of 2,507 square feet at 201 W. McBee Avenue in Greenville. The space is located
on the second floor & was leased by AON Insurance Co., who is new to the
Greenville area. They are headquartered in Chicago, IL. The landlord, First States Investors was represented by Charles Gouch, CCIM who
is a member of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Sulzer Pumps Leases Warehouse
GREENVILLE, SC (February, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of the
32,400 square foot warehouse at 108 Hurricane Creek. Wilson, Inc. leased the
property to Sulzer Pumps. Wilson, Inc. was represented in the transaction by
John Scott, CCIM, SIOR and Gerald Peek, CCIM who are members of the Industrial
Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
A New Medical Office Opens in Greenville
GREENVILLE, SC (February, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of 3,203
square feet at 301 Halton Road in the Halton Commons office complex. Care Improvements
Plus of South Carolina who is new to the Greenville market leased the office space.
The landlord of Halton Commons was represented by Doug Webster and Charles Gouch,
CCIM who are members of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. ANNOUNCES
Auto Parts Manufacturing Company Comes to the Upstate
GREENVILLE, SC (February, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease and
sale of the 48,600 square foot warehouse & 11 acre site at 561 Bessie Road.
Western Textile Properties sold the industrial property to Eagle River Capital.
The was leased to Datran, a supplier of parts to Honda cars and Yamaha. This
is their first plant in the United States, which will be a state of the art manufacturing
facility. In the transaction, Western Textile Properties was represented by John Scott,
CCIM, SIOR who is Vice President of the Industrial Group for Grubb & Ellis|The
Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. PROUDLY ANNOUNCES...
Greenville, SC (February 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of a
3,230 square foot retail space on South Pine Street in Spartanburg by Dunkin’
Donuts. Dunkin’ Donuts is represented by Matt Covington and Craig Stipes who are members
of the Retail Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. PROUDLY ANNOUNCES...
GREENVILLE, SC (January, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of a
40,000 square foot office condominium at 101 North Pine Street in Spartanburg.
An Asheville investor, AVL Properties, purchased the space from American Financial
TRS. American Financial TRS was represented by Charles Gouch, CCIM who is a member
of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. PROUDLY ANNOUNCES...
Local Business Relocates within Spartanburg
GREENVILLE, SC (January, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease 4,875
square feet at 900 South Pine Street in Spartanburg. The landlord, West End Properties,
leased the office space to SCDHEC (South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental
Control). SCDHEC relocated to the space in order to expand their business as
they move forward into 2008. West End Properties was represented by Charles D. Gouch, CCIM who is a member
of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. PROUDLY ANNOUNCES...
Additional Growth on West Georgia Road
GREENVILLE, SC (January, 2008) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of 2
acres on West Georgia Road. The seller, Givens Investors, sold the property to
D&M Holdings. The property is being developed as a CVS Pharmacy and is currently
under construction. “This transaction represents another positive move towards
an increase in retail business along the newly widened West Georgia Road corridor.
This area continues to see both residential and commercial growth,” says Craig
Stipes. Craig, along with Matt Covington, represented the seller and are members
of the Retail Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. WELCOMES
NEW BROKER TO THE COMPANY
Greenville, SC (November 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, proudly announces the hire
of Heather Hardman as a member of the Retail Group specializing in transaction
and investment services.
Heather comes to the company from Northern Virginia with over five (5) years
of experience working with office, retail and investment properties. She is currently
developing her expertise in the Green Building and Sustainable Development field.
She is currently the vice chair of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC)-SC
Upstate Provisional Branch and is very active in helping to promote buildings
that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and
work here in the Upstate. She is also a member of the International Council of
Shopping Centers and several charitable organizations including the EarthWatch
Institute.
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BRIAN YOUNG COMPLETES GRUBB & ELLIS CO.'s
LOGISTICS CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Greenville, SC (November, 2007) – Grubb & Ellis Company (NYSE: GBE), one
of the leading providers of integrated real estate services, today announced that
Brian Young, CCIM, an associate with the Industrial Group, has completed the Company’s
logistics certification program, which is designed to equip brokerage professionals
with the knowledge and skills to better assist corporate and third-party logistics
clients achieve their supply chain management goals. The program is the first
of its kind to be offered at a major commercial real estate services firm, and
is a requirement for members of Grubb & Ellis’ Global Logistics team.
“Grubb & Ellis has always been a leader in industrial real estate,” said
Bob Osbrink, President of Transaction Services. “But our clients’ warehouse distribution
needs have evolved from bricks and mortar to encompass complex global supply chain
issues. The purpose of our specialty groups, like Global Logistics, is to leverage
focused experience so that our brokers become true subject matter experts and
offer our clients smart, innovative solutions to their real estate needs.”
The Grubb & Ellis Global Logistics Certification Program was developed in
conjunction with the Center for Logistics Education and Research at the University
of North Texas. It includes classroom-style and webinar training that covers
topics ranging from supply chain management and optimization to warehouse design
and technology, as well as, network analysis tools, intermodal transportation,
security, ports, material handling and regulations affecting logistics activities.
Instruction concerning supply chain conditions is based on true national logistics
market intelligence tracked by Grubb & Ellis.
“The challenge for suppliers is to improve customer service while remaining cost
competitive. When you add elements like how long its takes to unload a ship and
transportation costs to your warehouse distribution needs, a real estate solution
often takes on a whole new perspective,” said Tim Feemster, Senior Vice President,
Director Global Logistics at Grubb & Ellis. “Professionals who are accredited
members of our Global Logistics practice are more than experienced industrial
professionals, they have a deep understanding of supply side requirements, and
this allows them to better service their clients.”
The Global Logistics group was formed in January 2007 to leverage the Company’s
industrial expertise to better serve clients around the world in locating and
selecting warehouse distribution sites and effectively managing their supply chains.
Global Logistics comprises some of the Company’s most senior industrial professionals.
In addition to the certification program, members must participate in logistics
industry events, continuing education programs and regular compliance audits.
Brian Young is one of approximately 60 professionals located throughout the US,
Canada, Mexico, and China who have completed the classroom training session of
the certification program and is a member of the Global Logistics group.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. WELCOMES
NEW BROKER TO THE COMPANY
Greenville, SC (November 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, proudly announces the hire
of Trey Pennington. Trey is a member of the Industrial Group and also performs
investment analysis for clients developing real estate portfolios. With the Industrial
Group, he is responsible for managing the sale and leasing of industrial properties,
including warehouse and manufacturing facilities.
Trey recently joined Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co, coming from
KPMG in Atlanta, GA. While at KPMG, he performed international corporate tax
advisory work and business valuation services. Additionally, Trey has experience
working in business and real estate law.
Trey attended The University of South Carolina on a football scholarship
and graduated in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Management,
and a B.S. in Sports Administration. In 2005, he completed a dual degree program
earning a law degree and International Masters of Business Administration (I.M.B.A.)
degree. Trey received a Darla Moore Fellowship to attend the I.M.B.A. program
and focused his course work in finance. While earning his law degree, Trey also
worked in real estate and business law, which is where he focused his legal course
work.
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CHARLES GOUCH AWARDED PRESTIGIOUS CCIM
DESIGNATION IN SAN ANTONIO
Greenville, SC (November 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, is proud to announce Charles
Gouch was awarded the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation
by the CCIM Institute, one of the nation’s leading commercial real estate associations.
The designation was awarded during Institute business meetings in October in San
Antonio, Texas.
Charles Gouch was among 426 commercial real estate professionals
who earned the designation October 18 by passing the Institute’s Comprehensive
Examination, the final element in the designation process.
The CCIM designation is awarded to real estate professionals upon successful
completion of a graduate-level education curriculum and presentation of a portfolio
of qualifying industry experience. The curriculum addresses: financial analysis,
market analysis, user decision analysis and investment analysis – the cornerstones
of commercial investment real estate. CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial
real estate brokerage, leasing, asset management, valuation, and investment analysis.
The CCIM business network encompasses 1,000 markets throughout North
America, Asia, Europe and the Caribbean. Of the estimated 125,000 commercial
real estate practitioners in North America, more than 9,400 currently hold the
CCIM designation. CCIM Designees include professionals who work in brokerage,
investment and development, the corporate environment, property management, appraisal
and related segments of commercial real estate. An additional 8,600 professionals
are pursuing the designation as Institute candidates.
The Chicago-based CCIM Institute is an affiliate of the National
Association of Realtors® and is the governing body of the largest commercial real
estate network in the world.
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GRUBB & ELLS|THE FURMAN CO ANNOUNCES...
Greenville, SC (October, 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease renewal
of 15,000 SF of warehouse space located at 37-A Freedom Court. John Scott, a member of the Industrial Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman
Co. represented the lessor, Sunbelt Properties, in this 6 year 9 month lease of
this property to Fed Ex Ground.
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GRUBB & ELLS|THE FURMAN CO ANNOUNCES...
Greenville, SC (October, 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the lease of three
(3) 2,300 SF properties located at: 7252 Moorefield Memorial Hwy, 520 N Hwy 25
& 2903 N. Pleasantburg Dr. Matt Covington and Craig Stipes, members of the Retail Group with Grubb &
Ellis|The Furman Co. represented the lessee, Dunkin Donuts, in the lease of this
property from Spinx.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO. WELCOMES
NEW BROKER TO THE COMPANY
Greenville, SC (August 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, proudly announces the hire
of Rob Tope as a member of the Retail Group specializing in transaction and investment
services. Rob comes to the company from Ruth Chris Steakhouse where he worked
as Director of Real Estate. He has also worked with Ryan’s Restaurant Group as
a Real Estate Manager.
Rob graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from North Carolina
State University in Raleigh, NC. He is a member of the International Council
of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors.
Rob has also earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation. Rob and his wife, Cathy, have lived in the Greenville area for almost 12 years
and have 1 daughter, Kaitlyn. They attend Brookwood Community Church.
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GRUBB & ELLIS|THE FURMAN CO ANNOUNCES...
Greenville, SC (August, 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of 21,603
SF office building located at 1120 Grove Road to Greenville Med, LLC. Charles Gouch, a member of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman
Co. represented the Seller, HSC Properties, in this transaction.
Greenville, SC (August, 2007) -- Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co., one of the
leading providers of integrated real estate services, announces the sale of 21,603
SF office building located at 1120 Grove Road to Greenville Med, LLC. Charles Gouch, a member of the Office Group with Grubb & Ellis|The Furman
Co. represented the Seller, HSC Properties, in this transaction.
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The Furman Co. was established in Greenville in 1888. The Furman Co. is a prestigious,
full-service commercial real estate, development and insurance services company,
serving all of Upstate, SC. Grubb & Ellis|The Furman Co. is the firm’s commercial
real estate division with an affiliation to Grubb & Ellis. Grubb & Ellis
Company is one of the world’s leading full-service commercial real estate organizations,
providing a complete range of transaction, management and consulting services.
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