BRASELTON, GA – Lee & Associates is pleased to announce the completion of a 222,618-square-foot industrial lease at 984 Broadway Ave. in Braselton, Georgia. Seojin Global has secured the full 222,618 SF Building 3 at 85 Braselton Logistics Center for a new distribution operation serving the greater Atlanta region. The company manufactures aluminum cases and cabinet systems used across telecom, server, automotive, and energy storage applications. Seojin Global operates as the U.S. subsidiary of South…
Matthew Reynolds Becomes Youngest Partner at Lee & Associates
Atlanta Business Chronicle’s | People On The Move Feature Matthew Reynolds has been promoted to Executive VP/Principal at Lee & Associates – Atlanta. Matthew is the youngest Executive Vice President/Principal in Atlanta and one of the youngest EVPs/Principals across Lee & Associates’ nationwide network of offices. Matthew has recently been recognized as the firm’s “Top Director” in 2024 and the youngest Principal in 2024. He continues to rapidly produce within the firm, specializing in warehousing,…
Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard | Episode 5
Building the Next Generation at Lee Atlanta, with a Holiday Twist In this special holiday episode of Straight Up, Big Ideas with Dave Howard, Dave is joined by four Associates who each came up through Lee & Associates’ Junior Associate Program. Together, they reflect on their journeys, lessons learned, and how the program shaped their approach to business and growth. The conversation dives into career development, goal-setting for 2026, and what it takes to build…
David Howard Drives Record Growth at Lee Atlanta
Atlanta Business Chronicle’s | People On The Move Feature Under the leadership of President & CEO David E. Howard, Lee & Associates has experienced transformative growth since 2020. With a focus on culture, talent, and strategic expansion, Howard has elevated the caliber of the brokerage team and led Lee Atlanta to its highest gross revenues since his arrival. A U.S. Coast Guard veteran with decades of industry experience, Howard continues to drive the firm’s vision…
Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard | Episode 4
A Veterans Day Special | A Green Beret’s Perspective In this powerful episode of Straight Up, Big Ideas, Dave sits down with members of the U.S. Army Special Operations, including Green Berets, to reflect on service, challenges, leadership, and life beyond the military. From combat missions to high-pressure decision-making, they share powerful stories and offer actionable advice our brokers can carry into the conference room and beyond. A sincere thank you to CW2 James Awbrey,…
Honoring Our Veterans | Coleton Awbrey
Atlanta Business Chronicle’s | People On The Move Feature Coleton Awbrey, who joined Lee & Associates in April 2025, is now an Associate after successfully completing the firm’s Junior Associate Program. A U.S. Army veteran, Coleton served as an Infantryman with the elite 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment at Ft. Benning, GA, and then deployed to Kunduz Province, Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. The discipline, leadership, and resilience forged through his military service, combined with…
Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard | Episode 3
Urban Vision, Brokerage Precision In this episode of Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard, we sit down with Ted Boyd, President of Lee & Associates Raleigh-Durham-Wilmington, to talk about his unconventional path into commercial real estate, lessons learned throughout his career, and what leadership looks like in today’s brokerage world. From early career pivots to building a thriving office, Ted shares insights on success, management style, and the importance of staying grounded—all with plenty…
Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard | Episode 2
Beyond the Bio: A Sit Down With John Nida In this episode of Straight Up, Big Ideas, David Howard sits down with John Nida, Sr. Regional Director at Sealy & Company, for a candid conversation about his path into commercial real estate—from early career influences and unexpected pivots to the values that have shaped his leadership style. John shares personal insights on navigating career transitions, what ultimately led him to Sealy & Company, and how his experiences have helped…
Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard | Episode 1
A Full Circle Moment: Passing the Baton The first episode of Straight Up, Big Ideas with David Howard is now live! You do not want to miss this episode. David sits down with Willie Candler to discuss what it truly takes to build a successful career in brokerage and how his journey has evolved along the way. It’s a candid, insightful conversation filled with valuable takeaways for anyone in (or entering) the world of commercial real estate.