GARY CAPETTA
MANAGING PARTNER
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PROFILE
With a real estate career spanning nearly four decades, Gary Capetta stands as one of the most respected and accomplished commercial real estate advisors in the NJ/NY region. His track record reflects a rare blend of deep market knowledge, client dedication, and consistent execution. Gary is known for his professionalism, integrity, and market insight. He brings a personal touch to each assignment, taking pride in understanding his clients’ needs and delivering results. His ability to listen, communicate, and execute has earned him repeat business from loyal clients across decades.
CAREER SUMMARY
Prior to joining Lee & Associates, Gary served as a Principal at Pantheon Properties from 2006 onward, where he led the firm's brokerage division and was a partner in select Pantheon-owned properties. His role extended beyond brokerage, contributing to sourcing new opportunities and managing diverse aspects of the firm’s property portfolio.
Gary began his career in 1987 at Sholom & Zuckerbrot / SBWE, then moving to CBRE, where he worked from 2001 to 2006, establishing himself as a top advisor in one of the world's leading real estate firms.
Over his 39-year tenure, Gary has successfully represented dozens of national and regional companies, executing hundreds of transactions across millions of square feet throughout the NJ/NY metro area and nationwide. His client-centric approach has made him a go-to advisor for both private businesses and Fortune 500 companies. In addition, one of Gary’s specialties is in the food industry sector and has advised many companies with the acquisition and disposition of these unique properties across the country.
Notable Recent Transactions Include:
- 621,000 SF, Meadowlands, NJ – Tenant Assignment (multiple)
- 488,000 SF, Meadowlands, NJ – Landlord Assignment
- 200,000 SF, Dade County, FL – Tenant Assignment
- 153,000 SF, Middlesex County, NJ – Landlord Assignment
- 135,000 SF, Bergen County, NJ – Landlord Assignment
- 120,000 SF, Bronx County, NY – Landlord Assignment
- 107,000 SF, Union County, NJ – Landlord Assignment
- 100,000 SF, Burlington County, NJ – Tenant Assignment
- 100,000 SF, Hudson County, NJ – Tenant Assignment
- 72,000 SF, Solano County, CA – Tenant Assignment
- 20 Acre Development Site, Hudson County, NJ – Landlord Assignment
EXPERIENCE
- 2025 - Present: Managing Partner, Lee & Associates - WBE, LLC
- 2006 - 2025: Principal, Pantheon Properties
- 2001 - 2006: First Vice President, CBRE
- 1987 - 2001: Senior Vice President, SBWE Inc.
EDUCATION
- Ramapo College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Science / Finance
Licensed Broker/Salesperson - NJ
Licensed Salesperson - NY
PARTIAL CLIENT LIST
▶ Chefs' Warehouse
▶ Samsung C&T
▶ FW Webb
▶ Allied Beverage
▶ Junior's Cheesecake
▶ Imperial Bag & Paper
▶ Whole Foods Market
▶ Colavita USA
▶ Summit Import
▶ Dynamic Worldwide
▶ Principal
▶ AEW Capital
▶ MRP Realty
▶ CenterPoint
▶ Brookfield
▶ Ares Management
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