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Wilmington, NC \u2013 February 26, 2025 \u2013 <\/strong>Lee & Associates Raleigh-Durham-Wilmington is thrilled to announce the\u00a0addition of David Divine, SIOR<\/a>, as Senior Director in its new Wilmington office. A highly respected figure in North Carolina’s commercial real estate industry, Divine brings nearly 30 years of\u00a0experience and a proven track record of success in investment sales and land brokerage.<\/p>\n

Divine has successfully facilitated nearly $1 billion in total transaction volume throughout his career, earning recognition as a top producer in multiple organizations. His distinguished career includes<\/p>\n

leadership roles at APG Advisors, Colliers International, and York Properties and operating his own brokerage firm. In 2021, he was awarded the prestigious SIOR designation, recognizing his\u00a0expertise and performance in the commercial real estate sector.<\/p>\n

“We are excited to welcome David to the Lee & Associates family,” said Moss Withers, CEO at Lee & Associates Raleigh-Durham-Wilmington. “His deep knowledge of the North Carolina market, strong client relationships, and dedication to excellence align perfectly with our firm’s values and vision for growth in Wilmington.\u201d\u00a0In his new role, Divine will leverage his market intelligence and investment expertise to guide\u00a0clients in Wilmington and surrounding coastal markets, providing strategic advisory services for landowners, developers, and investors.<\/p>\n

A University of North Carolina graduate at Chapel Hill, Divine actively participates in community initiatives, including past leadership positions with Raleigh Rescue Mission, Raleigh’s Young Life, and the City of Raleigh’s Youth Sports Leagues.<\/span><\/p>\n

About Lee & Associates<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Lee & Associates offers an array of real estate services tailored to meet the needs of the company\u2019s clients, including commercial real estate brokerage, integrated services, and construction services. Established in 1979, Lee & Associates is now an international firm with offices throughout North\u00a0America. Our professionals regularly collaborate to make sure they are providing their clients with the most advanced, up-to-date market technology and information. For the latest news from Lee & Associates, visit lee-associates.com<\/a> or follow us on Facebook<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, Twitter<\/a> and Link<\/a>, our\u00a0company blog.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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