About
Professional Summary
Mike joined Colliers International in 1996 and has been involved in commercial real estate since 1985. He specializes in leasing and sales of office and light industrial properties in Beaverton and the Sunset Corridor. In addition, he is part of a select team that is leading local and State development efforts to recruit alternative energy companies to Oregon. He has traveled nationally and internationally with various delegations to promote Oregon within the solar energy industry.
For the first decade of his career, Mike traveled nationally as a commercial real estate appraiser. He performed appraisals for institutional grade properties including: regional malls, shopping centers, industrial parks, office buildings, hotels and multi-family residences. Mike moved to Portland from Dallas, TX in 1994 and transitioned into brokerage with Colliers in 1996, where he has established himself as an expert in leasing and sales of office and light industrial properties.
Accomplishments
Mike's aptitude for structuring highly complex transactions through his network of local contacts has been imperative in bringing transactions together. In addition, Mike was named one of Colliers' Top 5 Portland Producers of the Year.
Education
MBA, Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Science, Texas A&M University
Colliers University "Knowledge Partner" Designation
Memberships & Involvements
Commmercial Association of Brokers, Greater Portland Inc, Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce.
Clients
Majestic Realty Co, Principal Global Investors, Pacific NW Properties, Watumull Corporation, Lattice Semiconductor, SSOE Group, St. Laurent Properties, SunPower, Hinds Instruments
Testimonials
"Mike Thomas provided excellent service. He always replied to all our questions through email and gave us many options to look at. We are still with him now on a few other properties." - Universal Garden Supply and Manufacturing
“You won’t find a better duo in commercial real estate than the team of Mike Thomas and Karen Lisignoli from Colliers. In addition to their unmatched market knowledge, communication, work ethic and deal-making abilities, they are two of the kindest people you’ll ever meet. Pacific NW Properties is proud to call them partners, as well as a friends.” - Evan Bernstein, Pacific NW Properties
"Having represented the interests of St. Laurent Properties since 2003 in deals valued at over $100 million, Mike Thomas brings a unique approach combining high integrity with comprehensive market knowledge to enable him to advise our team on critical issues such as pricing properties for sale and lease, negotiating with clients to have successful outcomes that serve our interests in the best possible way, and provide general information on property management. I always feel confident that Mike will represent our best interests truthfully and honestly while still taking care of high-quality clients. Mike is a trusted advisor." - William St. Laurent
"I can not thank Mike and Karen enough for their support, hard work, and diligence in our recent land closing in the Portland Metro. They were able to address our challenging demands and schedule adjustments with professionalism, flexibility, and precise execution to align the transaction with our expectations. I look forward to our next opportunity together!” - Chris Kapper, Stack Infrastructure
"Negotiating commercial real estate deals is stressful stuff, fraught with complex concerns and costs. Through the pandemic, we were under duress as a company, we faced a new landlord, a lease renewal and were also looking for a subtenant to defray costs through the crisis. Karen and Mike immediately instilled a sense of calm with their expert knowledge. They confidently led us through all of it and I’m pleased to say we’re newly stabilized and happy with our lease and subtenant. Simply good people." - Giles Rickett, Satis&fy
"It was a pleasure working with Mike Thomas. He was a huge help in not only finding a great buyer, but helping to negotiate the transaction from beginning to end. We found that our potential worries and frustration with this sale were kept at a minimum because of Mike's diligent care for us as a client. He gave new meaning to the term 'buldogging a problem'. I would highly recommend Mike Thomas for a sale of this magnitude. Thank you, Mike, for your hard work." - Nathan Georges, CEO, Columbia Industries
" For more than 25 years, Mike Thomas has been our trusted commercial property advisor, helping us to secure the properties and manage the lease options that are crucial to our long-term business success. Mike knows how to evaluate the properties; he also knows how to evaluate owners. We’ve found that at each stage of the process – property selection, lease negotiations, renewal negotiations – Mike adds value. Mike’s knowledge has been invaluable in navigating the complex world of commercial real estate." - Thomas M. Hinds, President, Hinds Instruments Inc.
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Specializing in the sale and leasing of industrial/flex/office properties to the West of downtown Portland, Karen strives for unparalleled integrity, initiative, resourcefulness, consistency, and diligence in achieving both short and long-term client goals. Her clients rely on her ability to offer pragmatic solutions to complex problems, while effectively communicating opportunities and pitfalls that arise along the way.
Prior to embarking upon her brokerage career, Karen spent 4 years as a Client Services Specialist in Collier’s Portland office. During that time, she was responsible for helping manage the real estate process from design to signature, resulting in over $450 million in total consideration. She provided impactful marketing deliverables, managed property listings and transaction administration, including sale and lease documentation and escrow due diligence coordination.