Ralph Giordano Joins Okada & Company as New EVP and Head of Brokerage
Okada & Company has officially announced the appointment of Ralph Giordano as the Executive Vice President and Head of Brokerage. This new role signifies a significant step for Okada as it seeks to enhance its brokerage operations.
Background of Ralph Giordano
Giordano brings extensive experience to Okada, having previously served as the Managing Director at Alvarium Tiedemann, a global wealth and asset management firm. His career includes a long tenure at CBRE, where he held multiple leadership roles: as Vice President from 2000 to 2007 and then as Senior Vice President from 2015 until earlier this year. His comprehensive understanding of the brokerage landscape positions him as a valuable asset for Okada.
Key Responsibilities
In his new role, Giordano will be tasked with overseeing brokerage operations, strategizing portfolio planning, and managing high-level asset assignments. These responsibilities are aimed at delivering optimal value for Okada’s clients, thereby reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovative real estate solutions.
Leadership Insights
Christopher Okada, CEO of Okada & Company, expressed confidence in Giordano’s capabilities, stating, “Ralph’s deep experience, strategic vision and leadership will be instrumental in strengthening Okada & Company’s brokerage division. His ability to structure transformative transactions aligns perfectly with our firm’s mission to deliver innovative solutions and maximize value for our clients.”
A Track Record of Success
Throughout his career, Giordano has successfully completed several major transactions, including a significant 330,000-square-foot lease in New York City for a major publishing firm’s headquarters and a vast 535,000-square-foot industrial lease in Columbus, Ohio, for a global consumer products company.
Career Journey
Giordano’s professional journey began in 2000 at CBRE, and after leaving in 2007, he joined Cassidy Turley (now known as DTZ) as Senior Managing Director. He returned to CBRE in 2015, where he remained until this year’s transition to Alvarium Tiedemann, culminating in his latest appointment at Okada.
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