Commercial Real Estate Advisor at Cresa in Bethesda, MD | Kablio

Commercial Real Estate Advisor at Cresa in Bethesda, MD | Kablio

Company

Overview

Founded 1993

Year Established

The year the company was established, marking its inception in the commercial real estate industry.

80+ Offices

Global Presence

The number of offices the company operates worldwide, showcasing its extensive reach and network.

100% Occupier-Focused

Client Commitment

Indicates the company's dedication to solely representing the interests of tenants in real estate transactions.

Emerging to champion occupiers, positioning itself as the sole tenant-only global CRE firm.
Headquartered in Chicago, weaving a financially robust network financed through client success.
Typical engagements include transaction management, project oversight, lease administration, site selection, and portfolio strategy.
Specializing across sectors from energy to transport, tailors real estate solutions to each industry’s unique demands.
Its depth spans from consulting and workplace intelligence to investment banking—fully integrated under one advisory roof.
Steers standout projects for clients seeking cost optimization, operational efficiency, and expansion support.
Avoids landlord conflict—letting clients benefit from true fiduciary representation.

Culture + Values

An occupier-focused business model that represents only tenants, ensuring conflict-free, transparent negotiations.
A high level of transparency, trust, and accountability throughout the organization.
A focus on wellness, fun, and charity through dedicated committees programming around the whole person.
A commitment to measurable goals and metrics to track progress across initiatives.
Localized focus groups in every office to support culture, wellness, and charitable efforts.

Environment + Sustainability

Conducted comprehensive GHG emissions analysis aligned with GHG Protocol
Committed to set a science‑aligned Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions target
Engages a sustainability consultant and outside board member to measure, manage and mitigate emissions
Intends to align real estate portfolio with science‑based decarbonization strategy
Uses benchmarking against industry best practices and peers to inform long‑term sustainability efforts

Inclusion & Diversity

2018 Launched

DIB Program

The Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging program was formally launched in 2018.

45‑member Council

Diversity Council

A 45‑member Diversity Council was created to oversee inclusion initiatives.

2021 Launched Program

DEAL Program

The Development & Enrichment Associate Leadership (DEAL) Program was launched in Q1 2021 to attract diverse candidates.

1,050+ Employees

Newsletter Circulation

A monthly DIB newsletter is circulated to all employees, providing updates and spotlight features.

Council split into four committees with specific target objectives to make diversity efforts measurable.
Implemented unconscious bias workshops company‑wide.
Supports multiple Employee Resource Groups (Women of Cresa, PRISM, Cresa Cultures, Valor for military‑connected employees).

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