Saturday, October 15, 2011

STIRLING SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY TO PARTICIPATE IN SPACE COAST HOME SHOW OCT. 15, 16 AT MELBOURNE SQUARE MALL

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty plans to make a big showing at the Space Coast Home Show at the Melbourne Square Mall Saturday and Sunday Oct. 15 and 16.

Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty said manning the booth will be Brevard area luxury home specialists Kim Tillett and Lauren Merrell.

At the same time, Soderstrom said his firm’s vacation property specialist Chris Cain, a leading author and expert on vacation and resort property investment, will be a “key” presenter at Stirling Sotheby’s booth.

Cain will sign copies of his books, Maximize Your Resort Property Investment and his most recent, Road Map to your Vacation Property Dream.

As an added bonus at the Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty booth, a loan specialist from Integrity Home Loan will be on hand to answer any mortgage questions, said Tillett.

Tillett and Merrell will be premiering the MG on the Halifax a luxurious riverfront condominium project in nearby Daytona Beach.

Port Orange Law Firm to Help with Oct. 22 Inaugural 5K Run and Charity Mile Walk presented by Flagler Beach Rotary Club

FLAGLER BEACH – The Port Orange-based law firm of Rue & Ziffra is a gold sponsor of the Flagler Beach Rotary Club’s inaugural 5K Run and Charity Mile Walk set for Oct. 22.

The event – which celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Flagler Beach Rotary Club – will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in both male and female categories. Race participants are invited to join a celebration immediately after the race.

“Our firm is excited to be a part of this anniversary celebration for the Rotary Club,” said John Rue, partner of the personal-injury firm. “Whether you run or walk, the events are a great way to see the historical city of Flagler Beach, while helping support so many deserving projects.”

Funds raised from the race will help support numerous Rotary projects, including student and adult scholarships, Project Share holiday gifts, dictionaries for third graders, the Youth Leadership Academy.

Tickets, at $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event, will include a commemorative T-shirt. For more information or to register for the race, click on www.runflagler.org or www.flaglerbeachrotary.org.

About Rue & Ziffra:
Founded by John D. Rue and Allan L. Ziffra, the personal-injury law firm of Rue & Ziffra has served the Central Florida community for more than 25 years. The firm’s commitment to its profession and its clients has earned it a reputation as one of the top personal-injury law firms in Central Florida. Known for handling everything from automobile and motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice, wrongful death, and social security and disability cases, Rue & Ziffra has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and their families. With a staff of nine attorneys, the firm maintains offices in Port Orange, DeLand and Palm Coast. For more information, visit www.rueziffra.com.

Tolaris Realty Group Names Jackie Vanhorn Sales Associate

Lake Forest, Fla. --- Tolaris Realty Group, which sells luxury and custom homes throughout the Central Florida region, has appointed Jackie Vanhorn sales associate.

Rick Bavec, principal and managing director of Tolaris Realty Group, said Vanhorn has more than 10 years of experience in real estate sales.

Celebration Golf Management Promotes Two at Golden Bear Club In Windermere

ORLANDO, Fla. --- Celebration Golf Management, LLC, recently promoted two top staff members at Golden Bear Club in Windermere.

Carlos Puerto, general manager at the Golden Bear Club, said Susan Wilkinson has been promoted to Membership Director and Andy McGrotha to Food and Beverage Manager.

Puerto said Wilkinson joined Golden Bear Club in June 2010 and formerly was a membership accountant. She has more than 20 years of experience in the golf and hospitality business throughout Europe and the Middle East.

Since May of 2010 McGrotha was one of the lead servers at the Golden Bear Club. He has four years of hospitality industry experience and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Central Florida.

Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty Names Melba Ovalle, M.D. International Luxury Home Specialist

ORLANDO, Fla. --- Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty has appointed Melba I. Ovalle, M.D. to serve on its team of International Luxury Home Specialists.

Dr. Ovalle earned her B.S. Degree in Biology from Pace University and her M.D. Degree from the Boston University School of Medicine. She completed post-graduate training in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at Montefiore Hospital Center and the Albert W. Einstein Medical Center in New York.

Roger Soderstrom, founder and owner of Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty, said Dr. Ovalle will focus on residential homes with special interest in serving the medical industry including physicians, medical support staff, administrators, and support medical industries such as pharmaceutical sales.

“With her understanding of the specific needs of this industry, Dr. Ovalle will provide a level of service that few others in the industry have the ability to match,” Soderstrom said.

“Her timing is perfect with Central Florida becoming a major medical hub,” Soderstrom said. “Professionals affiliated with newly opened or planned facilities at Lake Nona’s Medical City – including Burnham Institute, UCF Medical School, VA Hospital, Nemours Children’s Hospital and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center – are relocating. They are purchasing homes here in Central Florida for primary residences as well as second homes, vacation homes and investment properties,” Soderstrom explained.

Dr. Ovalle, who is fluent in both English and Spanish, will also focus on medical professionals in the areas of Chicago and New York as well as those relocating or investing in Central Florida real estate from Canada, Europe and South America.

About Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty
Stirling Sotheby’s International Realty is affiliated with Sotheby’s International Realty, the largest luxury real estate brand in the world. Stirling Sotheby’s exclusive services include luxury residential, new homes, new home communities, commercial and investment properties, in addition to supporting builders, developers, lenders, and asset managers. The company operates two performance zones which serve all of Central Florida. Visit www.StirlingSIR.com.

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects Names CAD Technician, Intern Architect

ORLANDO, Fla. --- Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, LLC, based in Orlando’s Baldwin Park, recently appointed Christian Paulo CAD Technician.

Lonnie Peterson, chairman at Cuhaci & Peterson Architects said Paulo earned his Associate of Science degree in computer drafting and design from the ITT Technical Institute.

Peterson also appointed Roger Hodge an intern architect. Hodge is an honor undergraduate at the University of Central Florida.

Emerson International Reports Four New Long Term Lease Agreements at CenterPointe Office Park and One at Sanlando Center

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. --- Emerson International recently closed on four new long term lease agreements at CenterPointe Office Park in Altamonte Springs and one at Sanlando Center in Longwood.

Eric Emerson, vice president and general manager of Emerson International, said Sean Westcott, director of leasing and property management for Emerson International, negotiated all lease agreements.

Debt Mediators, LLC leased 1,193 square feet.

Neno Research, Inc. leased 1,333 square feet.

Consumer Business and Debt Research, Inc., leased 1,259 square feet.

Penthouse Acupuncture, LLC, leased 500 square feet.

Paradign Health, LLC leased 1,524 square feet.

About Emerson International
Emerson International is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Emerson Group, the global corporation that is one of the largest privately-owned property development companies.

NAI Realvest Negotiates Two Lease Agreements totaling 7,000 Square Feet at Monroe CommerCenter South in Sanford

MAITLAND, Fla. --- NAI Realvest recently negotiated a renewal lease and a new lease totaling 7,000 square feet of industrial space at Monroe CommerCenter South in Sanford.

Michael Heidrich, a principal in the firm, brokered the transactions on behalf of the landlord, COP-Monroe, LLC of Maitland.

Truck and auto parts and equipment supplier Advanced Van & Truck Equipment, Inc. renewed its lease of 5,000 square feet at 4154 Incubator Court.

The new tenant, Transit Designs, LLC, a screen printing company and design studio, leased 2,000 square feet at 711 Progress Way in Monroe CommerCenter South.

About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide through NAI Global, an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built their businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com.

NAI Realvest negotiates sale of industrial/flex condominium for $300,200 at South Park Business Center in Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. — NAI Realvest recently negotiated the sale of a 2,143 square foot industrial/flex condo at South Park Business Center, 8600 Commodity Circle in Orlando.

Tom R. Kelley, II, CCIM, principal at NAI Realvest and managing partner/principal, Paul P. Partyka negotiated the transaction on behalf of the landlord, Miami-based South Park, LLC.

HNN Investments, LLC a local privately held investment management firm purchased the property. Angela Chapman of Century 21 Capital Realty Group represented the buyer in the transaction.

About NAI Realvest:
NAI Realvest, serving all of Central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.NAIRealvest.com.

NAI Realvest signs up the Nemours Foundation with more office space at La Vina Marketplace at Lake Nona

MAITLAND, Fla. --- NAI Realvest recently negotiated a lease expansion agreement with The Nemours Foundation for three suites totaling 6,236 square feet of office at 9161 Narcoossee Rd. (Building B) at La Vina Marketplace in Lake Nona in southeast Orlando.

Senior Associate Mary Frances West, CCIM negotiated the transaction representing the landlord, Orlando-based Ripley’s International LLC.

The tenant already occupies 24,460 square feet at La Vina Marketplace in Building A, which is 9141 S. Narcoossee Rd.

The lease expansion brings its total leased space to 30,696 square feet at the La Vina Marketplace.

Mickey Hage of Mickey Hage, Inc. represented The Nemours Foundation in the transaction.

About NAI Realvest
NAI Realvest, serving all of central Florida, is a fully integrated commercial real estate operating company specializing in brokerage, development, investment, leasing and management, consulting and research services in the U.S. and worldwide. NAI Global is an international commercial real estate network with over 350 offices spanning the globe. Since 1978, clients have built businesses on the power of NAI Global’s expanding network. Extensive services include multi-site acquisitions and dispositions, sublease, tenant representation, lease administration and audit, investment services, due diligence and related consulting and advisory services. To learn more, visit www.nairealvest.com