Seattle-based / U.S. West Coast
Office, R&D, life science, industrial, hospitality with M&A and JV advisory
Seattle as a Global Entry Market
Seattle operates as a global business market shaped by technology, life science, and cross-border capital. Its West Coast position and direct connectivity to Asia make it a practical entry point for companies establishing or expanding U.S. operations.
In this environment, real estate decisions are tied directly to business strategy—workforce access, operational scale, and capital deployment. Leasing and acquisition are not isolated transactions, but commitments that affect long-term flexibility and cost structure.
For cross-border investors, differences in market practices, lease structures, and transaction norms introduce additional complexity. These factors must be evaluated prior to commitment to avoid structural inefficiencies and long-term constraints.
Real estate decisions here are most effective when evaluated before capital is committed.
Who This Is For
This advisory is structured for companies and investors making real estate decisions in connection with U.S. market entry, expansion, or capital deployment.
Engagements typically involve cross-border clients evaluating location, structure, and timing prior to leasing, acquisition, or investment.
The focus is on corporate and investment-level decisions, where real estate is part of broader operational and financial strategy. With CCIM and CM&AA credentials, advisory can extend to acquisition strategy, joint ventures, and related transaction structuring.
Smaller owner-operated transactions and general brokerage assignments are typically outside the scope of engagement.
What We Do
Market Entry & Location
Advisory on where and how to establish or expand operations, including submarket selection, positioning, and timing.
Deal Structuring
Guidance on lease and acquisition structure, including flexibility, risk allocation, and alignment with operational objectives.
Valuation & Deal Economics
Evaluation of pricing, financial implications, and decision viability prior to capital commitment.
How We Work
Engagements are typically initiated prior to leasing, acquisition, or capital commitment, where real estate decisions intersect with broader business and investment strategy.
Advisory is structured to provide independent perspective on location, deal structure, and financial implications before terms are finalized.
Work is selective and focused on situations where informed evaluation can materially influence decision outcomes.
Related Advisory Capabilities
Cross-Border FDI Advisory
Guidance for companies and investors entering or expanding within the U.S. market, with consideration of structure, timing, and execution
Investment & Transaction Structuring
Advisory on acquisitions, joint ventures, and transaction frameworks, supported by CCIM and CM&AA credentials.
Valuation & Financial Analysis
Independent evaluation of pricing, deal economics, and financial implications to support informed decision-making.
Purchase Price Allocation (PPA)
Advisory related to transaction accounting, asset allocation, and financial reporting considerations.
Entering the U.S. Market
Companies and investors entering the U.S. market often encounter differences in market structure, lease terms, and transaction practices that are not immediately visible.
Real estate decisions involve not only location, but also structure, timing, and financial implications within a different regulatory and business environment.
Early evaluation of these factors is essential to avoid inefficiencies and unintended constraints after commitment.
미국 시장에서는 부동산 의사결정이 단순한 입지 선택을 넘어, 구조, 타이밍, 그리고 재무적 영향까지 함께 고려되어야 합니다.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Our advisory is supported by extensive experience in valuation, transaction advisory, and real estate analysis across complex industrial assets and investment structures.
Professional Background
- Over four decades of experience in real estate valuation, business valuation, and advisory
- Experience spanning industrial, logistics, and income-producing assets
- Background integrating valuation, transaction insight, and investment analysis
Valuation & Advisory Expertise
- Enterprise and ownership-level valuation
- Purchase Price Allocation (ASC 805 / IFRS 3)
- Fair value measurement (ASC 820)
Industrial & Logistics Focus
- Analysis of large-format distribution and logistics facilities
- Lease structure evaluation and effective occupancy cost analysis
- Market positioning within supply, demand, and vacancy conditions
Cross-Border Perspective
- Experience supporting international investors and cross-border assignments
- Understanding of differences in U.S. market structure, lease practices, and negotiation dynamics
- Ability to provide independent interpretation of U.S. industrial market conditions
Engineering & Technical Foundations
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering Technology
San Jose State University
This foundation supports practical understanding of:
- electrical and mechanical systems within industrial and logistics facilities
- power distribution and infrastructure configuration
- system functionality in relation to building design and operational use
This technical perspective is directly applied in the evaluation of distribution facilities and logistics assets, where operational systems influence performance, efficiency, and long-term value.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Graduate-level education bridging technical systems and capital decision-making, with emphasis on finance, strategy, and enterprise economics.
Professional Designations
- Certified General Appraiser
- Licensed Real Estate Broker - Washington, California, Georgia, Texas
- CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member)
- ASA (Accredited Senior Appraiser)
- CVA (Certified Valuation Analyst)
- CM&AA (Certified M&A Advisor))
The objective is to provide clarity and confidence in situations involving cross-border investment, logistics operations, and long-term capital commitments.
