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Contact	Title	Cell	Email
Bridget Richards, CCIM	Broker/Principal	(702) 290-8838	bridget@newgrowthrealestate.com
Jason Lesley, CCIM	Partner/President	(702) 499-4661	jason@newgrowthrealestate.com
Nieya Anjomi	Vice President	(702) 373-4022	nieya@newgrowthrealestate.com
Salina Ramirez	Vice President – REO Specialist	(702) 205-3951	salina@newgrowthrealestate.com
Ron C. Horsley	Vice President – Commercial Brokerage	(702) 381-1345	ron@newgrowthrealestate.com
Linda Gonzales	Vice President	(702) 501-3007	linda@newgrowthrealestate.com
John Mendoza	Commercial Agent	(702) 271-2600	john@newgrowthrealestate.com
Chris Meranto	Vice President	(702) 332-8046	chris@newgrowthrealestate.com
Jared Bergquist	Vice President	(702) 521-9953	jared@newgrowthrealestate.com
Bill Walsh	Industrial Specialist	(702) 655-4111	bill@newgrowthrealestate.com

Bridget Richards, CCIM

Bridget Richards, CCIM
Broker/Principal
(702) 290-8838 | cellbridget@newgrowthrealestate.com

Specialization
Buyer & Tenant Representation, Sales & Acquisitions
Owner User Properties & Investments

Bridget Richards, CCIM, founder of New Growth Commercial Real Estate Company, pioneered the development of a progressive, innovative, marketing forward commercial real estate brokerage which embraces sustainable business practices. Her experience in the commercial condominium market and unique understanding of the buyer/tenant mindset makes her a natural at buyer/tenanttransactions for a variety of property types including medical, professional office, and flex properties.
ExperienceMs. Richards holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. Involved in the Las Vegas commercial real estate industry since 2002, she began closing owner/user transactions at a frenetic pace when office/industrial condo development became popularized in the Las Vegas/Henderson area by Shea Commercial. During her tenure with Shea, Bridget participated in the placement of over 300,000 square feet of professional and medical office properties. Most of these transactions were complex, multi-owner deals within one and two 2-story medical professional buildings with airspace style legal descriptions. Ms. Richards has successfully closed over $80,000,000 in transaction volume as a result of her dedication to the client’s acquisition or disposition strategy, overall transaction management, and attention to contract details. Her clients include local and regional developers of office and industrial projects, medical practitioners, attorneys, industrial users and professionals.

Professional Affiliations

CCIM Institute (Designee)
CREW-SN (Member)
NAIOP (Member)
SIOR (Candidate)

Responsibilities

Ms. Richards responsibilities include client goal management, transaction and brokerage management, as well as marketing oversight of the company’s listed properties and the development of new business clientele. Ms. Richards engages in complex negotiations, property opinions, market analysis and coordinating the best deal possible for her exclusive clientele.

Bridget Richards closes on more prospects because of her tenacity and knowledge of qualifying the buyer or tenant before executing contracts. Our first impression of Bridget resulted in gaining improved marketability of buildings for sale before construction was completed. Small building buyers are the most difficult customers to obtain commitments and the most difficult to qualify. Bridget has been excellent in both categories. In 34 years of real estate development, she ranks as the best all around broker we have hired.”

Kenneth L. Hansen
Principal
Hedley Construction & Development
National Industrial Property Developer

High energy and passion are the attributes that Bridget Richards brings to the real estate table. When confronting the rigors of real estate transactions, you want someone on your side of the transaction that is zealously committed to your needs. Success can be readily observed with Bridget, because she is still standing in a market that many others have left. Not only is she still standing, she is on the upward ladder.

Leland Eugene Backus, Esq.
BACKUS CARRANZA
Attorneys and Counselors at Law
3050 South Durango Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89117

(702) 872-5555
(702) 604-5638 [cell]
(702) 872-5545 [fax]

Jason Lesley, CCIM

	Jason Lesley, CCIM Partner/President (702) 499-4661 \| celljason@newgrowthrealestate.com
	Jason Lesley, CCIM, joined New Growth Commercial Real Estate in 2007 as Partner and President of Investment Services. He focuses on commercial property investment sales of retail, office, industrial, and multi-family properties for institutional and private investors. Jason is also well versed in other aspects of commercial real estate from leasing, development, raising equity, and owner/user properties.
ExperiencePrior to joining New Growth Commercial Real Estate, Jason was engaged in various aspects of the commercial real estate industry for several prominent companies in the Las Vegas valley. He was recruited into the CB Richard Ellis Wheel Program in 2004, considered the commercial real estate industry’s best training program. He was exposed to several lines of business including investment sales, office/industrial/retail leasing, owner/user sales, and land acquisition during this intensive training. As an Associate for the CB Richard Ellis Private Client Group Las Vegas (PCGLV) from 2004 to 2006, Jason was disciplined exclusively in the specialty of commercial investment property sales. He was directly responsible for new business development, market research, property assessment, client/buyer/broker contact, market strategy development, and database management. In 2006, Jason was recruited by Grubb & Ellis\|Las Vegas to start the Private Capital Group in Las Vegas before joining Bridget Richards with New Growth Commercial Real Estate in 2007. Over the past four years, he has been involved in transactions totaling over $300 million and more than 1,100,000 square feet. Previously, Jason was the Regional Sales Manager for Homestore, Inc., a leading supplier of real estate marketing, advertising, and technology solutions, for six years. He was responsible for facilitating real estate marketing solutions for the top homebuilders on the West Coast. Jason focused on the development of team goals and skills, implementation of sales strategies, and financial accountability for revenue. Jason’s commercial investment sales experience brings significant value to New Growth Commercial Real Estate for client services. Jason takes a consultative approach with buyers and sellers in order to enhance property values in preparation for the marketing process. His professionalism and industry knowledge have been consistently demonstrated through the quality of service that he provides to clients, resulting in many of the largest real estate transactions in Southern Nevada. Professional Affiliations CCIM Institute (Designee) NAIOP (Member) Nevada Real Estate Salesperson (Licensee)

Salina Ramirez

	Salina Ramirez Vice President – REO Specialist (702) 205-3951 \| cellsalina@newgrowthrealestate.com
	Experience Salina Ramirez began her real estate career with seven years in the residential market. In 2005, Salina joined Shea Commercial, an office condo developer. During her time at Shea, Salina gained valuable experience in development as well as owner/user sales and investment properties.
Salina specializes in the sale and leasing of office and retail spaces. She consults with her clients regarding their real estate needs with a focus on providing professional detail-oriented service to each client. Salina stays on top of what is happening in the Las Vegas commercial real estate market by reviewing market trends, observing the competition, and by obtaining up to date information on demographic research in the Las Vegas area.Salina also has experience with REO properties, short sales, and selling and listing with banks and lenders with distressed properties in the Las Vegas area. Professional Affiliations Southern Nevada Monthly Magazine – 2008 Emerging Leaders Award (Nominee) ICSC (Member) Henderson Development Authority (Member) Nevada Real Estate Salesperson (Licensee) Bank Owned Commercial Property Specialist Testimonial I wish to thank Salina Ramirez for the excellent and diligent effort she exhibited for the marketing of my commercial building. She was able to negotiate and obtain three new tenants for my building in a very difficult economic environment. She has a calm and pleasant demeanor and always kept a positive attitude. Salina recommended new marketing strategies and followed through on all sales leads. She kept current on market conditions, lease rates, and the competition and was able to answer technical or specific questions when I would call. I recommend Salina for all your commercial real estate needs. Signed: Jim Rothermel, Silverleaf Business Park, Owner

Ron C. Horsley

	Ron C. Horsley Vice President ron@newgrowthrealestate.com
	Currnet Responsibilities Ron joined New Growth Commercial in 2010 as Vice President and is actively representing Buyers, Tenants, Investors and Owners in all facets of commercial real estate brokerage, pursuing his client’s best possible outcome.
Experience Prior to joining New Growth Commercial Ron joined Grubb & Ellis Las Vegas in January 2006 as a retail Advisor. His responsibilities included sales and leasing of retail property through tenant and landlord representation. Before joining Grubb & Ellis Las Vegas, Ron was a Property Manager for The Ribeiro Company in Las Vegas, where he was responsible for 500,000 square feet of office, light industrial and retail properties. Prior to this he served as Claims Analyst for the County of Los Angeles, where he was responsible for managing the business travel operations and budget.
A former running back for Southern Calif., Ron began his working career at Pricewaterhouse Coopers in Los Angeles, where he supported the State Tax Consulting Group by helping clients comply with newly regulated unclaimed property laws in California and New York.Ron has represented local developers including the Thomas & Mack Company, Platinum Realty and Blackstone Capital Group. Tenant representation assignments have included 7-Eleven, Avenue A Pizza, Circle K, Community Cuts, Equity Investments, Game Crazy, Gelatissimo, J & T Retail Investments, Mail It Today, My Wireless AT&T, Panda Inn and The Liquor Outlet. Education Bachelor of Arts in Communication – University of Southern California Professional Affiliations International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)

Linda Gonzales

	Linda Gonzales Vice President linda@newgrowthrealestate.com
	Experience Linda Gonzales is a Vice President with New Growth Commercial Real Estate, where she specializes in industrial and office properties. Prior to joining New Growth, Ms. Gonzales worked as a Senior Associate with Commerce Real Estate Solutions. With a career spanning over ten years in commercial and residential real estate, Ms. Gonzales has also had a successful career in new home sales and development. Consequently, her experience in new home sales has proven valuable in negotiating contracts, touring properties and reviewing the construction progress with clients and developers.
Linda specializes in the sale and leasing of industrial and office properties where she represents sellers, buyers, landlords, tenants and developers. Being a Las Vegas native, Linda has an extensive knowledge of the city’s history and a valuable understanding of the market. Ms. Gonzales was recently rewarded a scholarship by the Lied Institute of Real Estate Studies at UNLV and the Las Vegas Commercial Marketing Group. She also recently completed the inaugural class of NAIOP’s Developing Leaders Institute, a program designed to develop the skills of tomorrow’s commercial real estate leaders. Ms. Gonzales competes in and organizes teams for many charitable events such as; The Make a Wish Foundation, Nevada Child Seekers, Season for a Cure and the Nevada Cancer Foundation to name a few. She loves to give back to the community, even if she has to run her heart out at these charitable events. AFFILIATIONS & RECOGNITIONS: Member of the Commercial Marketing Group (CMG) Member of the Nevada Restaurant Association Events Committee Member – Nevada Restaurant Association 2011-Present Member of the ACF Chapter Member of the Las Vegas Track Club Member of the Women’s Club of Summerlin NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association NAIOP Developing Leaders Institute (DLI) 2008 NAIOP Developing Leaders Institute (DLI) Alumni Committee, Social Chair Recipient of the 2009 UNLV Lied Institute/CMG Scholarship Award In Business Las Vegas magazine, “Who’s Who in Real Estate 2009” Nominated for Southern Nevada Real Estate Monthly Magazine’s 2008 Emerging Leaders Award Spotlight Member for the Las Vegas Track Club – March 2011 Spotlight Member for the Nevada Restaurant Association – June 2011 NOTABLE CLIENTS The Koll Company Harsch Investment Properties Magna Properties ?“Working with Linda is an absolute pleasure. She is very professional and proactive in her dealings.” - Magna Properties

Chris Meranto

Chris Meranto (702) 332-8046 \| cell chris@newgrowthrealestate.com
Experience Chris Meranto is a 16 year veteran of commercial real estate in Las Vegas with experience in all aspects of commercial sales and acquisitions. He has extensive expertise with all of the following disciplines: land, industrial buildings, commercial and retail leasing, corporate relocation, investment services, commercial development, land assemblage, and property entitlement and zoning.
Prior to joining New Growth Commercial Real Estate Company in 2009, Chris was a principal with one of Nevada’s most prolific commercial property acquisition/disposition firms, Landcor Properties. He remained one of their top commercial agents throughout his tenure. Chris was instrumental in over $500 million in acquisition and disposition transactions at Landcor. He also has an extensive knowledge of real estate development for which he and his partner designed and developed diverse commercial projects around the Las Vegas area.A native New Yorker and a resident of Nevada for 20 years, Chris has compiled a vast rolodex of connections in real estate, development, entertainment and gaming, foreign and domestic investors, and investment firms. Professional Affiliations Modena Development, LLC (Owner/President) Nevada Development Authority (Trustee Member) Night Club Bar & Restaurant Association (Member) Nevada Real Estate Salesperson (Licensee)

John Mendoza

	John Mendoza (702) 271-2600 \| celljohn@newgrowthrealestate.com
	ExperiencePrior to joining New Growth Commercial Real Estate in 2009, John spent nearly a decade having closed transactions in virtually every segment of the commercial real estate market. As an Associate with Lee & Associates, John leased and sold single-tenant and multi-tenant office properties.
At The Industrial Property Group, John closed transactions on hundreds of acres of industrial land, warehouse properties, and investment properties.John’s closed transactions include the sale and leasing of single and multi-tenant properties, retail, office, and industrial properties, vacant land, casino/taverns, and investment properties. He has closed on over 350 acres of industrial land with total transactions in excess of $250 million. Prior to working as a commercial real estate professional, John worked in the entertainment industry at The Walt Disney Company and Paramount Studios. He is an active member of the Directors Guild of America and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Professional Affiliations Nevada Real Estate Salesperson (Licensee)

Jared Bergquist

	Jared Bergquist jared@newgrowthrealestate.com
	Experience Before joining New Growth Commercial Real Estate in 2009, Jared Bergquist began his commercial real estate career in 2006 with MDL Group’s mentorship program. MDL Group, a full service brokerage and asset management company in Las Vegas, allowed Jared to attain valuable perspective on the many levels of commercial real estate. He handled leasing and sales on in-house developments while working closely with asset managers to create a cohesive team approach to managing, leasing, and disposing of commercial real estate with a focus on professionalism and innovation.
Prior to engaging in commercial real estate brokerage, Jared enjoyed a successful career in the mortgage industry with Watermark Financial Partners for eight years in Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Denver. He acquired an exceptional ability to manage high stress situations in an effective manner. He worked closely with banks and mortgage companies on all types of real estate loans and directly assisted homeowners in over $300 million in loans.Jared believes that success in commercial real estate begins with a simple relationship between real estate professional and client. It is within those valued relationships that Jared focuses his energy. Professional Affiliations CCIM Institute (Designee) ICSC (Next Generation Nevada State Chair) Nevada Real Estate Salesperson (Licensee) Dental Property Specialist

Bill Walsh

Bill Walsh
Industrial Specialist
New Growth Commercial
Real Estate Company

Bill Walsh is an Industrial Property Specialist and key team member at New Growth Commercial Real Estate. His experience, knowledge and expertise in the sales and leasing of industrial facilities and land make him an invaluable asset to the team.

Bill demonstrates the follow-through, enthusiasm and meticulous attention to detail that is vital in today’s ever-changing commercial real estate market. His 15 years of experience working on all types of industrial transactions, including industrial land acquisitions and industrial investment properties gives his clients the confidence they
need to make their real estate decisions.

Bill is reliable and trustworthy. He is a careful listener which helps him understand the client’s needs, and to act in their best interest. He creates strong, lasting relationships. Bill has an unwavering belief that the key to his success is building these relationships of trust with every client for whom he works. Bill has the ability to get the job done and the experience needed to adapt to the fast pace of today’s industry.

Bill’s dedication to his profession and his commitment to his clients ensure them that they will be receiving the best possible service as they work towards reaching their real estate goals. From simple lease transactions to major land assemblages, Bill’s extensive knowledge and background make him well equipped to handle the most
demanding needs of a wide variety of clientele. His abilities and knowledge of the market have given him the opportunity to work with such clients as Mitsubishi, Nevada ReadyMix, Magnum Opes Corp., Draeger Construction, Arsenal Inc., Neway Packaging,
Peninsula Floors Inc., Unit Chemical Corp., Iron Mountain Record Management, Jason’s Deli, Helena Chemical, LKQ/Keystone and Amazon.com.

Prior to joining New Growth Commercial Bill spent nine years with The Industrial Property Group and 5 years with Cushman and Wakefield/Commerce CRG as an industrial sales and lease specialist. Years working in construction sales and management contribute to Bill’s success in commercial real estate brokerage. Bill received his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology which gives him unique insights into understanding his clients industrial business models, supply chain and logistics.

Nieya Anjomi

	Nieya Anjomi Vice President (702) 373-4022 \| cellnieya@newgrowthrealestate.com
	Nieya Anjomi joined New Growth Commercial Real Estate in 2007 after working with a successful private investment company specializing in land investment and development for residential and commercial builders.
Experience A vital member of New Growth Commercial Real Estate, Nieya’s specialties include land investment, acquisition, and development analysis while maintaining versatility across general commercial real estate. Nieya has strong interests in sustainable development and stays informed on prices, market conditions, and major projects in Clark County.Previous to New Growth, Nieya enjoyed a very successful career as a Senior Security Software Engineer in Silicon Valley while investing in Las Vegas real estate. Professional Affiliations NAIOP (Member) Education NAIOP Developing Leaders Program (2008) LIED/GLVAR Commercial Real Estate Certification (2008) Scott Scheel Development Mastery (2007) Scott Scheel Commercial Real Estate Academy (2006) Cal State Hayward M.S. in Computer Science – Magna Cum Laude (1999) Cal State Hayward B.S. in Computer Science – Minor in Math (1998)

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