ABOUT

At Lee & Associates – Houston, our National Retail, Fuel, and Automotive Services Group specializes in helping clients acquire, lease, and dispose of real estate across the retail fuel and automotive sectors. From convenience stores, gas stations, and truck stops to EV charging infrastructure, car washes, and related land assets, our team provides nationwide expertise with a proven local presence.

Core Services

SECTORS WE SERVE

C - Stores

Powering growth through strategic site selection and portfolio insight.

Gas stations

Maximizing value and visibility in every fuel retail transaction.

Truck Stops

Driving profitability with expert guidance on high-traffic travel centers.

EV Charging

Positioning EV networks for maximum exposure and future readiness.

Car Washes

Delivering smart real estate strategies for scalable, efficient operations.

Land assets

Transforming land opportunities into high-performing investments.

TEAM

Brandi Dees

A nationwide leader in Commercial Retail Real Estate with 20+ years of experience driving global and national expansion. I specialize in site selection, market analysis, and property disposition, guiding clients through every phase of their real estate transactions. From strategic planning and market rollouts to portfolio optimization, I deliver tailored solutions that help clients maximize opportunities and achieve long-term success.

Accolades

• 2025 Women Who Mean Business Awards, Houston Business Journal
• 2025 Globe Street Women of Influence Winner
• 2022, 2023 Outstanding Operational Excellence, USA, Shell
• 2020,2022 Excellence in Commercial Partnership, Shell
• 2018 - 2023 Best Practice for New to Industry Site Selection in North America, Shell
• 2017, 2020 National Contractor of the Year Award in HSSE, Shell

Background

• 23 years at CBRE specializing in Commercial Real Estate transactions in Land, Retail, & Fuel services
• 20 years as Senior Director of Shell Oil Company’s Retail Group for North America
• Successfully delivered market entries & expansions across Texas, U.S., Canada, & Mexico
• Specializing in complex lease negotiations, acquisitions, & dispositions of land and retail assets
• Expert in high-traffic retail site identification & competitive market positioning

McKaily Carpenter

McKaily Carpenter

McKaily Carpenter is a Research Analyst with Lee & Associates – Houston, supporting Brandi Dees in the National retail, fuel & automotive services division. She holds a Bachelor of Arts & Sciences degree with a minor in Business from Texas Tech University.

McKaily focuses on research analytics, market analysis, and land acquisitions, helping retail clients align site selection and growth strategies with their business objectives. By combining data-driven insights with a strong marketing perspective, she contributes to strategic decision-making and strengthens client positioning in competitive markets.

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