Colliers’ Western Industrial Capital Markets Brokers the $220 Million Sale of Inland Empire Industrial Property

After nearly three decades in the industry, Michael Kendall has experience in every aspect of commercial real estate, including brokerage, development, acquisitions, entitlements, asset management and construction. As Western Region Executive Managing Director of Investment Services for Colliers International, Michael and his team specialize in representing institutional owners as well as high-net-worth individuals, local entrepreneurs and private equity funds in the sale of industrial investments, including land.

Having sat on the ownership side of transactions for so many years, Michael has a unique perspective relative to the needs and expectations of investors in today’s dynamic market. He is skilled at negotiating complex transactions and is well respected for his integrity and tenacity.

Since 2015, Michael and his west coast team have closed more than $7.1 billion in individual property sales, totaling more than 62 million square feet. When portfolio sales are included, the totals increase to $12.7 billion and 125 million square feet.

Prior to joining Colliers, Michael was a Senior Vice President at CBRE Group and a member of the firm’s National Partners Industrial Platform. Previously, Michael was Vice President of Development and Director of Acquisitions at Turner Development/Turner Real Estate Investments. Before that, Michael was an Orange County Regional Partner for Koll Development Co.

As Director of Western Region Investment Services for Colliers International, Gian specializes in the representation of institutional clients in the acquisition and disposition of industrial properties throughout the Western United States. Gian leads the team’s underwriting and financial analysis from the initial Opinion of Value through the Close of Escrow. Gian is also responsible for investor interfacing and marketing strategy execution of all properties marketed by Colliers’ Institutional Investment Services Group.

In addition to working as a financial analyst in capital markets brokerage, Gian has worked on the ownership side of transactions for several years. This well-rounded experience gives him insight into the requirements and thought process of investors in today’s market.

Kenny joined the Industrial Capital Markets Group at Colliers in 2021.  Kenny and his team specialize in representing institutional owners and private investors as well as high-net-worth individuals, local entrepreneurs, and private equity funds in the sale of industrial properties and land.

With a emphasis on new business development, financial analysis, and strategic marketing initiatives, Kenny strives to deliver the highest quality of service to his clients through tireless work ethic and keen attention to detail. 

Prior to joining Colliers, Kenny worked at CBRE where he focused on the leasing and sale of  industrial properties in his native Southern California. 

Steve Bellitti, a Senior Executive Vice president, is a 25+ industry veteran and is recognized as one of Colliers’ top performing brokers nationally.  Partnered with Tom Taylor, Steve is an expert in leasing, sales and development of industrial properties in the Inland Empire and East Los Angeles County submarkets. Steve particularly concentrates on larger and complex building and land transactions.

Business Background

Steve’s expertise and vast experience provides best and class service and strategy for his clients and has allowed him to maintain strong long-term relationships with major developers, institutional and notable private investors and prominent occupier clients.

Perennially Steve and his Team are Colliers’ top performing industrial Team in the nation.  Recently in 2020 & 2021, Steve was personally ranked the #2 national industrial producing broker.  Over the past three years alone, Steve has transacted 34.8 million square feet with a total consideration of $1.25 billion.

Tom Taylor, a 35-year industry veteran, joined Colliers in 1976.  Tom has been an industrial sales, leasing, development and investment specialist in Eastern Los Angeles County and Inland Empire market areas since 1979. Currently, Tom concentrates 100% of his efforts on real estate sales and leasing.  He has partnered with Steve Bellitti since 2000.

Over the past three years, Tom has transacted 14.9 million square feet with a total consideration of $576 million. Since 2004, Tom and Steve have sold 257 acres of land and presently have an additional 404 acres in escrow to various clients for future development.

In 2008, Tom and Steve represented Hanesbrands Inc. in leasing 1,300,000 square feet at Perris Ridge Commerce Center in Perris, California for a total consideration of $53.8 million. Tom and Steve participated in the lease of a 506,580 square foot industrial building by Sears in Vernon to BCBG Max Azria Group, Inc. for a total consideration of $15 million. They also represented Sears in the sale of a 249,000 square foot industrial building in Los Angeles to the University of Southern California for $27 million.

Tom is well respected and liked by his competitors who consider him to be one of Southern California’s top commercial real estate agents. Tom is a “Big Box” specialist and has strong relationships with both major developers, institutional/prominent private investors and corporate users throughout Southern California.

Joey Jones is Senior Vice President at Colliers International’s Inland Empire (IE) office. Partnering with Steve Bellitti and Thomas Taylor, Joey specializes in Tenant Representation and sales, leasing and development of industrial and investment properties in the Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley market areas. Joey is a “Big Box” specialist and has strong relationships with both major developers, institutional/prominent private investors and corporate users throughout Southern California.

Joey is well versed in all aspects of industrial real estate with a particular expertise in Tenant Representation. Joey is recognized as an industry leader in industrial Tenant Representation and has developed corporate real estate strategies on behalf of many prominent companies nationally. Joey’s expertise includes providing detailed analyses of how real estate decisions impact his clients, both functionally and financially, creating innovative real estate solutions and cost-savings strategies that facilitate enhanced company operations while improving the bottom line financially.

As Public Relations & Communications Specialist for Colliers’ U.S. Southwest Region, Leanne leads the development, implementation, and management of all internal and external communications strategies across all Southern California markets and assists with various projects across the Southwest Region. 

Partnering with regional executives, local market leadership, brokerage professionals, and clients, Leanne shapes and executes all written materials, develops and delivers strategic distribution plans, facilitates media relations, and provides proprietary market intelligence to position Colliers as a leader in the commercial real estate industry. Additionally, she serves as an advisor for media relations and crisis management, providing our professionals with the tools and support to elevate brand visibility through thought leadership and market expertise.

Leanne joined Colliers in September 2021, immediately placing significant focus on PR operations across the rapidly growing Greater Los Angeles region. Her extensive agency background includes leading local and national PR and marketing strategies for various notable brands in commercial real estate, government affairs, restaurant and hospitality, entertainment, lifestyle, health/wellness, non-profit, and more. Previous roles also include leading PR and business development operations for the Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA) San Diego, as well as the planning, production, and media management of large-scale events across San Diego.