MAINE COMMERCIAL REALTY - Key Persons

Bev Uhlenhake came to Maine Commercial Realty with over 19 years of commercial real estate experience, having served as a commercial broker at another local commercial real estate firm for over 18 years and as Chief Development Officer for Sky Villa Properties for over a year, a position which includes property analysis, lease management, and maximization. Uhlenhake is well-known for presenting the Bangor Area Market Overview at the Maine Real Estate and Development Association's (MEREDA) Annual Forecasting Conference, dishing out data, trends, and predictions most years for over a decade. She has served on the organization's board since 2012 and was named Volunteer of the Year in 2018. She earned her CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) in 2008, and in 2019, Uhlenhake was named Maine's Commercial REALTOR of the Year. In addition to her work in the commercial real estate arena, Uhlenhake has been involved in public service. She previously served on Brewer City Council, including two terms as Mayor, and on the Brewer High School Board of Trustees. At the statewide level, she was appointed as a public member to the 15-member Maine Apportionment Commission, which was responsible for redistricting the state after the 2020 census. She presently serves on the boards of directors for the Northeast Workforce Development Board and OHI and was President of the Rotary Club of Bangor when it celebrated its centennial year.

John Bonadio, a well-known figure in Bangor's commercial real estate market, has built an impressive reputation over four decades as the founder, owner, and president of Maine Commercial Realty. His expertise spans all aspects of the industry. John has represented hundreds of clients in the purchase and sale of commercial and investment real estate. His extensive expertise in commercial leasing has enabled him to represent both landlords and tenants in securing lease spaces across various sectors, including retail, office, medical, dental, and industrial. He takes pride in having played a significant role in attracting many new businesses to the area, including notable brands such as Walgreens, Tractor Supply, Family Dollar, Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons, Taco Bell, KFC, Subway, T-Mobile, US Cellular, and many others. Local and regional business owners, national developers, and broker representatives have relied on John's clear understanding of the market. He guides them in securing the most advantageous business locations and achieving optimal investment value for their future. His deep understanding of market dynamics and trends enables him to provide advice tailored to his clients' business goals and investment strategies. John attributes much of his success to repeat business and positive referrals from past clients and customers. He finds it heartwarming when a customer becomes a long-term client, indicating a deep level of trust, satisfaction, and the genuine relationships he strives to develop. Above all, this reflects his joy in working with people and his genuine commitment to building long-lasting friendships in both the real estate industry and his local community