MOGHAREBI - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Adam Gatto is Senior Vice President with The Mogharebi Group specializing in multifamily and hotel properties throughout the Intermountain West of the United States. Based in Salt Lake City, Gatto and his team are committed to the disposition, development, acquisition, and recapitalization of multifamily and hotel assets. As an active Investment Banking Advisor with 20 years of experience and over $1.0 billion in multifamily and hotel sales transactions, Gatto takes pride in being able to expand the market share of opportunities for our clients in the Mountain West region of the country.
Adam Gatto is a licensed real estate Broker who also holds Securities Licenses Series 7, 63, 65. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Finance, and a Master of Real Estate Development from the University of Utah, as well as a Certification in Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management from Cornell University.
Job Titles:
- Graphic Designer
- Graphic Designer With
Albert Martinez serves as a Graphic Designer with The Mogharebi Group where his duties include marketing strategy, development, print, distribution, social media, and design. He has over four years of experience in the field of design, and prior to working at TMG, he worked as a Graphic Designer for several design agencies specializing in branding, social media, and UX/UI design. Albert has also worked overseas in Hong Kong as a UX/UI and product designer. He graduated with high honors from California State University of Long Beach with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design.
Founded by Alex Mogharebi, one of the industry's most successful producers and the preeminent thought leader in the multifamily space.
The Mogharebi Group expands upon his track record of success. Alex Mogharebi brings decades of market knowledge, expertise, and success to help investors create and grow wealth as well as promoting the firm's growth into one of the nation's top brokerage firms. He has consistently ranked as one of the top brokers nationwide with over 75,000 units sold and over $8 billion in total sales. Since its founding in 2015, The Mogharebi Group has expanded its operations and presence in the Western United States, growing its advisory network to include numerous major markets. The firm has received numerous accolades from industry publications including Costar and GreenStreet, solidifying its status as one of the region's and nation's top brokerage firms.
Job Titles:
- Vice President
- Vice President With
Bill Ketcham is a Vice President with The Mogharebi Group and has been a real estate broker for over 20 years with a diverse background in many facets of real estate. Prior to joining TMG, he was an asset manager for a private investment company managing over 4,300 units of multifamily assets on the West Coast for over 15 years. He has also owned his own real estate brokerage firm and worked in residential real estate as well as serving as CFO for a real estate investment and development company. Bill graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Finance.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Brian Nakamura is a Senior Vice President level Investment Advisor at the Mogharebi Group. Prior to transitioning to Investment Advisory, Brian started with TMG in 2015 as the Marketing/Operations Manager. Over his tenure, he has been an integral part of closing over $2 billion in multifamily investments, in excess of 15,000 units, including Market Rate, Affordable Housing (LIHTC/Project Based HAP), Student, Senior, and Ground Leases. He has extensive connections in the investment community and knowledge in handling complex transactions. Prior to joining TMG, Brian began his career working for an affordable housing development firm and has since transitioned into sales, marketing, and operations on both the debt and equity sides. Brian graduated with degree in Business Finance from California State University, Fullerton.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Bryan LaBar is a Senior Vice President with The Mogharebi Group. Prior to joining TMG, Bryan worked as a Senior Biopharmaceutical Sales Representative where he consistently ranked among the top 10% nationally and won multiple awards from Amgen. With more than a decade of successful sales experience in multiple industries, Bryan brings the same diligence and perseverance to clients in the sale of multifamily assets. Bryan studied Economics and Psychology and received his Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University.
Carson Ketel is an Associate Advisor at The Mogharebi Group, where he specializes in assisting clients with the acquisition and disposition of multifamily assets in Southern California, specifically in the Inland Empire and San Gabriel Valley regions. With an impressive network of high net-worth individuals, developers, and exchange buyers, Carson leverages his exceptional relationship-building skills to strategically enhance his clients' investment portfolios. Carson is known for his unwavering work ethic and commitment to putting his clients' needs first, going above and beyond to deliver exceptional service and exceed their expectations. Prior to joining The Mogharebi Group, Carson worked as an intern at Trinity Property Consultants and Redwood Construction while attending Saddleback College.
Christopher Pai is an Investment Analyst at The Mogharebi Group, where he is responsible for working in tandem with the investment analyst team to provide valuation analysis, due diligence, build structured financial models, and forecast/map market data through in-depth property research. Prior to this role, he worked as a Research Investment Analyst at TMG, helping put together weekly Market Reports as well as managing the internal CRM system. Prior to working at TMG, he worked as a brand ambassador (Guayaki Cebador) at Guayaki, helping market and expand their presence in Orange County. Christopher graduated from Chapman University where he completed his degrees in Business Administration and Economics.
Job Titles:
- Operations Project Manager
Collin Castillo is the Operations Project Manager at The Mogharebi Group. Collin is directly responsible for ensuring The Mogharebi Group's active deal pipeline flows smoothly. He manages this responsibility by maintaining and facilitating strong communications not only between the various departments in TMG but also between those departments and The Mogharebi Group's ever-growing National Database. Additionally, Collin is the main point of contact for TMG's marketing and research departments, overseeing the staff and the collateral they produce. Prior to joining The Mogharebi Group, he worked as a digital product quality specialist at Mazda USA's primary advertising agency, Garage Teams, based out of Costa Mesa, CA. While attending The University of Alabama, Collin worked as a conceptual artist and advertising coordinator for a luxury cell phone accessory company based in NY, on contract with Marvel Comics and MLB. In 2019, Collin graduated from The University of Alabama where he studied Advertising and Geology.
Edmund Cheung is a Research Analyst at The Mogharebi Group where he is primarily responsible for researching recent transactions and maintaining TMG's proprietary multifamily database. Edmund began his real estate path working as a property management assistant where he managed both single- and multi-family properties. He was responsible for screening prospective tenants, taking inbound maintenance requests, overseeing capital improvements, and reconciling monthly collection reports. Edmund graduated from the University of California, Irvine where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychological Science.
Job Titles:
- Senior Paralegal
- Senior Real Estate Paralegal
Jeannie Nguyen is a seasoned Senior Real Estate Paralegal with an impressive background. She holds a Juris Doctor Degree from Pacific Coast University School of Law and boasts more than two decades of experience across the legal, finance, and real estate domains. In her role, Jeannie assumes responsibility for drafting and reviewing a multitude of real estate documents, including contracts, offers, counteroffers, purchase agreements, listing agreements, and their corresponding amendments. Additionally, she expertly assesses preliminary title reports and other title-related materials, collaborating closely with title officers and involved parties to resolve any title issues or objections that may arise. Furthermore, Jeannie diligently scrutinizes and condenses ground leases, low-income housing restrictions, regulatory agreements, as well as assignments and assumptions of trust deeds and loan agreements, among other recordable documents, ensuring a seamless and error-free transfer process. Beyond her document-centric duties, Jeannie collaborates closely with the management team and advisors to tackle various transactional challenges, conducting extensive legal research and analyzing relevant state statutes, regulations, contract law, and real estate legislation. Her support extends to a wide spectrum of multi-family transactions and projects. Outside of her professional pursuits, Jeannie dedicates her spare time to reading, cultivating a collection of fine wines, and indulging in the preparation of culturally diverse cuisines.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Jim Giblin is a Senior Vice President with The Mogharebi Group. Prior to joining TMG, Jim has specialized in multifamily investment sales for the past 25 years, with nearly a Billion in total sales volume representing over 6,000 units. Based in Portland, Oregon, Jim brokered transactions both locally and nationally. Jim has been a consistent top producer for both national and local real estate investment companies specializing in multifamily investments. Diverse in his experience and knowledge, Jim has participated in land development, commercial property leasing and management, as well as multifamily investment sales. These skill sets have benefited his clients in complicated transactions and building value in their portfolios. Jim is regarded in the real estate investment community as an investment advisor that "knows his market" and "pays attention to details". Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from Brigham Young University.
Job Titles:
- Junior Investment Analyst
- Junior Underwriting Analyst
John Getts is a Junior Underwriting Analyst at The Mogharebi Group where he is primarily responsible for researching the local real estate market, trends, and capital markets for TMG. Additionally, he works with the marketing department, updating, maintaining, and developing the customer relationship management (CRM) database. Prior to joining TMG, John worked as an Advisor at SVN, where he specialized in multifamily and retail investments throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Prior to SVN, John worked at a finance and consulting firm in Barcelona, Spain, where he assisted local startups in early-stage funding campaigns. John graduated from The University of Redlands where he completed his degrees in Economics and Business Administration.
Jordan Pakzad is a Senior Associate Advisor specializing in the sale of multifamily and mixed-use assets in San Diego County and the Inland Empire. As one of the driving forces for The Mogharebi Group's expansion into the San Diego County market, Jordan has built himself a reputation for in-depth market knowledge and a tireless work ethic. He is a Southern California native who came to The Mogharebi Group after graduating from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey where he studied Entrepreneurship and Communications. While completing his academic career, Jordan was a four-year letter winner of the Rutgers University NCAA Division I Men's Lacrosse Team, a valued member of the Rutgers Real Estate Club, and participated in UC Irvine's Executive Education Program for Real Estate Finance and Investment Analysis. Jordan grew up in the real estate industry as his family was one of the most prominent custom home builders in Orange County.
Kevin Amezquita is a Marketing Coordinator at The Mogharebi Group, where he is responsible for developing and broadcasting a wide array of diverse marketing collateral. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to achieving the best yield, Kevin works closely with investment advisors to create and implement targeted marketing strategies. Before joining The Mogharebi Group, Kevin served in the US Army as a Financial Management Technician after graduating from the US Army School of Finance. After three years into his service, he was appointed to the Public Affairs and Social Media Management positions within his unit, further refining his skills in communications and marketing. With a well-rounded skillset, Kevin is a valuable asset to The Mogharebi Group and a dedicated professional with a passion for excellence.
Job Titles:
- Executive Assistant to EVP
Job Titles:
- Senior Transaction Manager
Mario Jimenez serves as a Junior Research Analyst at The Mogharebi Group, analyzing real estate market trends on a national scale and collecting market data to maintain and grow the firm's internal propriety database. Mario collaborates closely with TMG's underwriting and marketing departments to provide the research and data support needed to ensure accurate transactional information and materials. Prior to joining TMG, Mario participated in an internship at Coastal Real Estate as an assistant property manager and was also an insurance broker representing and facilitating products for companies such as Mercury and Progressive Insurance. During this time, Mario gained valuable experience in analyzing and underwriting deals, he developed an understanding of the strict legal guidelines required in contracts.
Melissa Ramirez is the Senior Staff Accountant at The Mogharebi Group, where she upholds financial integrity and ensures compliance with industry standards. Her responsibilities include meticulous maintenance of financial records and serving as the Payroll Administrator. Melissa excels in managing payroll processes with efficiency and accuracy. With over 10 years of experience in accounting and payroll management, she brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of excellence to the team.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Job Titles:
- Vice President
- Vice President With
Nazli Santana is a Vice President with The Mogharebi Group. Nazli launched her career in real estate in Orange County over 20 years ago, which led to a stunning career in media marketing and advertising where she worked with high-profile clients in publishing. Nazli specializes in applying her expertise in marketing to multifamily properties to exceed the goals of her clients. As a trusted advisor, she offers her clients the valuable resources of TMG's research team, combined with unparalleled technology and a powerful broad-based marketing program for the sale of multifamily assets. Her relationships are founded on trust and strong commitment to excellence.
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- Associate
- Associate Advisor With
Nick Earl is an Associate Advisor with The Mogharebi Group, providing specialized service for the Southern California multifamily market. With a strong entrepreneurial background, Nick is an invaluable asset to both sellers and buyers. Prior to joining The Mogharebi Group, he founded a successful ecommerce platform, proving his experience in business management. Breaking into the commercial real estate market has always been an interest for Nick Earl, fostered by his father Michael Earl, a proven industry leader. Nick holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Real Estate from Chapman University.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Robert Gallegos is a Senior Vice President with The Mogharebi Group. Prior to joining TMG, Robert was the Chief Investment Officer for Alliance International Investments where he helped build the investment portfolio for two R.E.I.T Funds. He was also the Broker of Record for Marcus & Millichap as well as the Managing Broker for a boutique commercial real estate firm in New Mexico and the southwest U.S. During his 25-year career in investment real estate, Robert has completed transactions in multiple states and countries, totaling over $100 million in sales. He takes great pride in learning and developing each client's individual needs and providing an unparalleled level of customer service to each of his clients, most of whom have become repeat clients and friends who expect a high level of representation and results in every transaction.
Robert Parmar has been an active multifamily Broker in the Pacific Northwest for over 26 years. He spent his first six years with Marcus & Millichap, the next 20 years successfully running his own firm, Summerfield Commercial, and recently made the decision to join The Mogharebi Group based on his belief that aligning with people like Alex, Otto, and their unique highly successful system would greatly enhance his brokerage opportunities. Over the course of his career, Robert has successfully closed almost $1.0 billion in sales throughout Washington and Oregon and is committed to building long-term relationships with clients to achieve and exceed their objectives. A native of Vancouver, BC, Canada, Robert graduated from the University of British Columbia Suma Cum Laude from the Sauder School of Business with a major in urban land economics and a minor in finance.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President
- Senior Vice President With
Ryan Kidwell is a Senior Vice President with The Mogharebi Group specializing in larger multifamily assets throughout the Pacific Northwest. Based in the Seattle area, Ryan has been focused on helping owners navigate the complexities of acquisitions and dispositions for multifamily properties since 2004. He has successfully brokered hundreds of transactions with sales totaling over $1 Billion across Washington and Oregon. His attention to detail, emphasis on collaboration with clients, and relentless pursuit of their investment objectives are some of the cornerstones of Ryan's success in building long-term partnerships with his clients. Aside from real estate, Ryan also enjoys rock climbing, hunting, fishing, and pickleball.
Job Titles:
- Project Manager
- Project Manager at TMG
Sharon David is the Project Manager at TMG. She is the central point of contact for all projects by overseeing the workflow of internal departments including Underwriting, Marketing, Research, and Transaction Management to meet deadlines and provide deliverables for active projects totaling more than $3B in value. On a day-to-day basis, she is in direct communication with all TMG Advisors both at headquarters and in satellite offices to assess their clients' needs and ensure timely deliverables. Her previous experience as a portfolio manager and as a Transaction Manager, with roughly 3,000 units closed at +$300M in sales, positions her to implement best practices when working with top investment banking advisors, their clients, and their complex deals. Sharon is certified through the California Association of Realtors and holds her MA from Grand Canyon University. She continues to further her real estate education today.
Job Titles:
- Office Manager
- Mobile Office Manager