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Samantha Kaye, MCR

Tampa,FL

Summary

Dynamic real estate professional with 5+ years at Cushman & Wakefield, specializing in global portfolio strategy, B2B negotiations, and business development. Proven track record of fostering client relationships and delivering measurable results through strategic planning and data-driven decision making. Known for a collaborative, client-first approach that drives seamless execution of complex projects in fast-paced environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Associate

Cushman & Wakefield
02.2023 - Current
  • Deliver best-in-class advisory services to guide real estate strategy, portfolio management, site selection, transaction negotiation, and deal execution for office and industrial occupiers globally.
  • Proactively engage C-suite decision-makers through targeted outreach, fostering new business opportunities.
  • Build and maintain long-term client relationships by providing tailored service and driving business growth.
  • Conduct strategic portfolio reviews to identify opportunities for optimization and cost reduction across portfolios ranging from 50 to 350 locations, globally.

Associate

Cushman & Wakefield
05.2021 - 01.2023
  • Negotiated transactions involving leased and owned assets—including acquisitions, renewals, and dispositions—and presented business case analyses to executives and cross-functional stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
  • Initiated and nurtured executive-level connections through strategic outreach, driving new business development.
  • Strengthened existing tenant partnerships by delivering customized solutions and consistently expanding engagement.

Brokerage Coordinator

Cushman & Wakefield
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Identified strategic real estate opportunities and cost-saving initiatives across multiple markets by developing Market Opportunity Consolidation Placements for 300 locations within a 3.6M SF office portfolio.
  • Produced high-impact client-facing materials showcasing the team's achievements in real estate strategy, portfolio optimization, and year-over-year cost savings.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow and increased productivity within the team.

Intern

Cushman & Wakefield
06.2019 - 11.2020
  • Leveraged CRM platforms (ReThink, VTS, CoStar, Crexi, LoopNet) to track site visits, client interactions, property tours, and due diligence activities across the team's pipeline.
  • Contributed to tenant and landlord representation strategies by preparing site requirement surveys, attending property tours, and initiating outreach to prospective tenants.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Tampa
Tampa, FL
05.2020

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Effective contract negotiations and portfolio analysis
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Prospect outreach
  • Sales and service-oriented

ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP

  • CoreNet Global – Tampa Chapter: Board Member & Membership Chair; Young Leaders Co-Chair (June 2019 – November 2024)
  • University of Tampa Board of Counselors: Board Member (August 2025 - Present)
  • Cushman & Wakefield ERGs: Future Leaders (2024-2025 Chair); Tenant Advisory Group (Committee Member); Industrial NextGen (Member); Women's Integrated Network (Member)
  • Toastmasters International – Tampa Chapter: Member (October 2021 – December 2022)
  • NCAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee: Board Member (August 2018 – May 2020)

Certification

  • CoreNet Global MCR Designation (Master of Corporate Real Estate)
  • Florida Real Estate Sales Associate
  • Cushman & Wakefield 2024 Headliner of the Year

Timeline

Senior Associate

Cushman & Wakefield
02.2023 - Current

Associate

Cushman & Wakefield
05.2021 - 01.2023

Brokerage Coordinator

Cushman & Wakefield
12.2020 - 04.2021

Intern

Cushman & Wakefield
06.2019 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Tampa

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