Bio
A resident of Arizona since 1984, Brad received a Bachelor of Science of Design degree from the College of Architecture and Design at Arizona State University. Before entering the commercial real estate field, Brad had an extensive career in sales and management positions with entrepreneurial startups in the technology field; including The Coriolis Group, Global Crossing, Axient Communications, & Limelight Networks.
For nearly a decade, Brad has been working in commercial real estate, and has developed strong working relationships with national/local multi-family developers in providing assistance in site selection and acquisition. His signature transaction included the $28MM sale in 2008 of the Luhrs City Center development to a national hotel developer, a full city block in downtown Phoenix that includes some of the most historic and iconic architectural office space in the metro Phoenix area. Additionally, he continues to work closely with private equity lenders and investors, publicly-traded and privately-owned banks, as well as trustees and receivers. Brad’s client list includes: Hansji Corp, Cypress Real Estate Advisors, Barclay Group, Lincoln Property Group, Alliance Residential, Trammell Crowe Residential, QuikTrip, Yum Brands, and numerous others.
Brad is currently specializing in sourcing distressed assets nationally and worldwide for investment. These properties run the gamut from Trophy & General Service Hotels/Resorts, Multi-Family Developments, Note Sales, Net-Lease Opportunities, and Bulk SFR. He also provides consulting on capital funding for Private Equity, Debt Financing, Investment Banking, JV Equity, and Capital Raise spaces.
In private life, Brad has been married for 22 years to his wife, Lisa, and is involved in all aspects of his children’s endeavors. He is currently a volunteer board member for the Brophy College Prep Lacrosse Club, and has recently designed and built the set for his daughter’s latest performance of Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr., at the historic Scottsdale Greasepaint Youth Theatre. His has also been active in coaching Little League Baseball, as well as Boys & Girls Club Football. Brad volunteers his time with his children, recently serving: St. Vincent de Paul, Andre House, and Junior Achievement. He is also active in local grassroots political activities, elected twice as a Precinct Committeeman.
Contact Information:
Brad.Grannis@EastWestCommercial.com
Direct: (602) 430-4875 | eFax: (602) 354-9279
125 North 2nd Street, Ste. 110-115, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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