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Michalek named COO of CBRE|Buffalo

CB Richard Ellis|Buffalo has appointed Gregory Michalek as its chief operating officer. CBRE|Buffalo is one of WNY's largest, third party, full service commercial real estate service firms. Michalek will oversee all facets of the company's operations including its brokerage services, consulting, project management and facilities management business. CB Richard Ellis is the global leader in providing commercial real estate services. Jeffrey LiPuma, the company's CEO and managing partner said "Mr. Michalek joined us a little over a year ago. In that time Greg has demonstrated his belief in our core principles of providing quality service and building relationships. Greg understands our business and the commercial real estate industry. I am confident that Greg is the appropriate leader to allow for continued growth of our company." Robert Roller and Steve Blake, partners with the company said, "We don't know of any other commercial real estate firm in WNY that is as committed to providing quality services and building relationships as CBRE|Buffalo. Greg's appointment demonstrates the company's commitment to this philosophy." Michalek is a life-long Buffalo native and a graduate of Canisius College. CBRE|Buffalo is a CBRE affiliate office serving WNY. The firm assists real estate owners, investors and occupiers by offering strategic advice and execution for property leasing and sales; property, facilities and project management; corporate services; debt and equity financing; investment management; valuation and appraisal; research and investment strategy; and consulting.
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