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Max Sander

Max Sander

San Francisco

Summary

Accomplished Commercial Real Estate Broker with nearly 10 years of experience in commercial property sales, leasing and development. Proven track record in managing multimillion-dollar transactions and developing robust client networks. Expert in property valuation, market analysis, and negotiation strategies to maximize client investments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

First Vice President

Kidder Mathews
07.2021 - Current
  • Grew our Bay Area Retail team and spearheaded a group of junior brokers, providing mentorship and enhancing team producitivty resulting in stronger sale volumes.
  • Managed the strategy development, site selection, capital markets, entitlement process for several large retail and hospitality developers specializing in commercial development.
  • Oversaw several corporate real estate portfolios specializing in commercial development, retail and hospitality.

Vice President

Kidder Mathews
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Appointed Vice President and led the San Francisco Bay Area Retail & Hospitality team.
  • Successfully negotiated over $150 million in commercial property sales, facilitating high-value transactions across a portfolio for major corporate clients such as Fortune 500 companies.
  • Developed comprehensive market analysis reports and directed marketing initiatives using software and digital platforms, resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates and stronger client investment returns.

Associate Vice President

Kidder Mathews
07.2018 - 07.2019
  • Managed and leased a private real estate portfolio for a large REIT with total properties exceeding $1M square feet.
  • Negotiated the sale or lease of 50 properties, ranging in size from 2,000 to 50,000 square feet.
  • Implemented innovative leasing strategies that improved occupancy rates from 50% to 90% within 18 months.

Senior Associate

Kidder Mathews
07.2017 - Current
  • Cultivated and grew client portfolio through networking and referrals, contributing to team exceeding quarterly sales targets by 25% through consistent performance.
  • Formed a dynamic real estate team focusing on commercial properties and mixed-use retail/hospitality developments.
  • Liaised with clients, prepared and presented sales pitches, conducted property viewings and negotiated contracts.
  • Spearheaded a client retention program, introduced a digital marketing strategy and generated property sales far exceeding the team and firm's target projections.

Associate

Kidder Mathews
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Managed a diverse client portfolio of retail tenants, Bay Area landlords and CRE developers in the commercial property market.
  • Created development proformas, financial analysis reports and coordinated marketing materials; began to draft and edit formal business contracts, LOIs, purchase agreements, amendments, etc.
  • Assisted in the underwriting potential acquisition and development opportunities, including cash flow modeling, property valuations, and investment analyses.

Junior Associate

Kidder Mathews
07.2015 - Current
  • Acquired CA Real Estate license; assisted the firm’s senior broker on establishing our West Coast retail team with a focus on retail leasing and investment sales.
  • Served clients from various industries in the acquisition, sale and leasing of commercial properties. Prepared documentation, conducted market research, and coordinate property inspections.
  • Honored by my firm with the Rookie of the Year award for my strong sales volumes, successful closing of several high-value transactions, and for my ability to leverage emerging market trends to maximize client success.

Property Manager

Hayes St. Management
08.2012 - Current
  • Oversee and manage both commercial & residential properties in San Francisco with a proven track record of successful tenant retention and property maintenance.
  • Effectively manage several commercial spaces and residential units ensuring timely and accurate rent collection, conducting regular property inspections and managing all maintenance and repair issues.
  • Negotiated leases and contracts with tenants, vendors and contractors.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to ensure accurate financial and operational records.

Education

Commercial Real Estate Investment

Northern California CCIM
San Francisco, CA
07-2019

Real Estate Principles

City College of San Francisco
12.2014

B.A. - Anthropology (Major), Political Science (Minor)

University of California, Los Angeles
06.2012

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Negotiation & Contract Law
  • Commercial Property Valuation
  • Investment & Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)
  • Portfolio, Property, & Asset Management
  • Market Research & Digital Marketing
  • Financial Modeling & Strategic Planning
  • CRE Software & RE Analysis Tools: CoStar, LoopNet, MLS, Argus Enterprise, Microsoft Excel

Timeline

First Vice President

Kidder Mathews
07.2021 - Current

Vice President

Kidder Mathews
07.2019 - 07.2021

Associate Vice President

Kidder Mathews
07.2018 - 07.2019

Senior Associate

Kidder Mathews
07.2017 - Current

Associate

Kidder Mathews
07.2016 - 07.2017

Junior Associate

Kidder Mathews
07.2015 - Current

Property Manager

Hayes St. Management
08.2012 - Current

Commercial Real Estate Investment

Northern California CCIM

Real Estate Principles

City College of San Francisco

B.A. - Anthropology (Major), Political Science (Minor)

University of California, Los Angeles
Max Sander