RESTAURANT REALTY - Key Persons
If you are going to be buying a restaurant, bar or club with Restaurant Realty then you will be communicating with Andrea. Andrea has been with Restaurant Realty for over 6 years and is a major asset of our team. Andrea deep experience includes interaction with all of our buyers; from screening and setting up appointments to providing additional information when necessary. She is also involved with various administrative functions of the corporate office. Needless to say, she is highly valued!
Andrea's vast real estate practice includes over 15 years as a licensed real estate agent selling residential real estate with Keller Williams, doing government loans as an agent of the County of Sonoma, and being a property manager listing, marketing and selling homes, condominiums and land parcels.
Prior to get into real estate, Andrea worked in the financial industry in annuities. Her past experience also includes extensive administrative, sales and sales management positions. Andrea speaks Spanish and holds a California State Real Estate License (Lic. ID #01466526).
Job Titles:
- Member of the Northern California Team
- Listing Transaction Agent, Greater San Francisco Bay Area
Andy Mirabell has over 20 years of restaurant and bar operations and ownership experience. He has managed bars and restaurants from Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose to Auckland, New Zealand. Andy has been in charge and overseen six restaurant openings. He has been a part of many lease negotiations and restaurant sales. He was the Regional Operations Director of Blowfish Sushi to Die For, a San Francisco staple, for almost a decade. With this company he opened and managed locations in San Francisco, San Jose, West Hollywood and Auckland. His skill set and experience boasts amazing staff retention and education, while keeping locations profitable during poor and strong economies alike. In 2010 he created his own brand and restaurant concept called Skool. This inventive approach to seafood now has two locations. {READ MORE}
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, Orange County
Angelo has a diverse background as a former restaurant, bar and club owner for over 35 years including building many restaurants from scratch throughout California. He has also worked as a restaurant consultant opening several restaurants for others in addition to his years of experience in restaurant sales and leasing. Angelo's past operating experience coupled with his years of restaurant sales experience is very helpful in assisting new and experienced restaurant owners find the right location. Angelo started in his family's restaurant as a young boy and is familiar with all the operational functions of the business. Angelo holds a California State Agents License (CalBRE#00661895).
Job Titles:
- Executive
- Listing Transaction Agent, Northern California
- Strategic Advisor
Bruce MacDiarmid is a highly experienced executive with multiple successful leadership roles as CEO, COO, and Board Chairman. He currently provides strategic advisory services to franchise organizations, independent operators and chain organizations in multiple segments of the restaurant industry.
His interest in Real Estate developed early on when he earned a California Real Estate Salesman License while working as a General Manager for Continental Restaurant Systems in Ventura, Thousand Oaks and later San Diego.
Most recently, Bruce was CEO, President and Chairman of the $170 million privately held regional family casual dining restaurant group, Shari's Café & Pie, with over 100 locations throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Bruce also served as President and COO for Black Angus Steakhouses, a $220 million premier regional steakhouse chain with 82 restaurants across the Western region.
In addition, Bruce served as Chief Marketing Officer for Chevys Fresh Mex(R) through the period of the company's exponential growth. The Bay Area founded restaurant group became nationally recognized as the segment's premier Mexican restaurant brand.
Bruce currently serves Northern California as a Restaurant Realty Company Listing Transaction Agent. He knows first-hand the joys and challenges created within the restaurant industry. He earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a Marketing Concentration from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and has attended the Graduate School of Business at San Diego State University. CA DRE# 00521454
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, San Francisco Bay Area
Job Titles:
- Broker Associate, Orange County & San Francisco / Bay Area
Fera Hashemi has over 19 years of restaurant operations and ownership experience. She currently owns a fine dining Steakhouse in the bay area. Her experience is both in casual and fine dining restaurants. She has opened 5 concepts from scratch taking it from construction to opening. She also has not only managed these locations but she also understands the social marketing aspect of the business first hand. Her love for hospitality shows in every aspect of her work. Her understanding of the menu and kitchen dynamics are a plus being married to a chef for over 20 years, she has adapted a great love of back of the house operations. Her understanding of hospitality and the love for restaurants makes her the best fit for both sellers and buyers, having worked in the industry she understand what is needed of both buyers & sellers. In addition to her hospitality experience, Fera also holds a California Real Estate Brokers License. She Practiced real estate for over 5 years with Coldwell Banker and Bella Homes & Estates. She excelled to receive the Pinnacle award 2 years in a row for the highest sales volume. Helping both Buyers & Sellers achieve their dream of selling or and purchasing their dream home. Her experience in both Real Estate combined with Restaurants gives her the advantage and ability to work with buyers and sellers in all types of transactions. Fera also will be servicing the southern portion of the San Francisco/Bay Area where she resides part time.
Job Titles:
- Project Manager & Listing Transaction Agent
Gail is generally the first point of contact for all prospective sellers and landlords looking to sell or lease with Restaurant Realty. She matches prospective clients with the appropriate broker or agent. Additionally, Gail works with local sellers on valuations of their business, listing them for sale and oversees each of her listings through the sales process.
Gail's working career has revolved around managing challenging projects, tackling them head on while looking out for her client's best interests. Many of the skills learned from her days in project management of Retail Store Development and Construction has given her the opportunity to build on that momentum of overcoming challenges in the field of Business Brokerage.
Early in her career she managed a Coffeehouse/Café for several years and has been able to utilize that experience in the food service industry. She understands what it takes to run a food service business and has compassion that she applies in her current position at Restaurant Realty. She also works on special marketing & research projects for the company.
Gail studied Interior Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York followed by studies in Architectural Design at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. Gail holds a California Real Estate License (Lic. ID#01943281).
Job Titles:
- Member of the Northern California Team
- Listing Transaction Agent, Greater San Francisco Bay Area & Central Valley
Giancarlo DiTullio is a high energy, motivated agent who has a passion for people and a love for the hospitality industry. Giancarlo's hands-on experience, and understanding of the sacrifice and a sense of pride around operating a restaurant prepared Giancarlo to assist his buyer and seller clients. Hospitality is about people and building relationships is important to Giancarlo.
Born and raised in San Francisco, Giancarlo spent most of his formative years being mentored by his father, Richard DiTullio, a commercial real estate agent and hospitality industry veteran. From hands on management in numerous restaurants to accompanying him on listing appointments, it's only natural that Giancarlo would follow in his footsteps.
After graduating from San Jose State University's Hospitality Management program, Giancarlo was part of the opening team of Michael Mina's Bourbon Steak & Pub at 49ers Football Levi's Stadium - an 18,000-square-foot property catering to 1500 guests on home game days while also maintaining steakhouse, pub and private event operations daily. Throughout his two years with Michelin Star Chef Michael Mina, he developed a true understanding of fine dining having worked alongside celebrity chefs as Jose Andres, David Kinch, Curtis Stone and Ayesha Curry. Giancarlo has been part of multiple large operation openings; Casino M8trix in San Jose, True Food Kitchen in Palo Alto and Michael Mina Bourbon Steak & Pub at Levi's Stadium.
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, Los Angeles
- Member of the Nationally Renowned Firm
Hoyle Kang is a professionally licensed Business Sales Broker. He Has more than two decades of experience as a Business Broker. His major market areas include Mid-Wilshire, Downtown LA, Korea Town, China Town, Japan Town, Burbank, Glendale, La Canada, La Crescenta, West LA, Beverly Hills and Las Vegas. Hoyle has experience selling client businesses fast and in private.
Hoyle is well connected with international customers from China, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, and the Middle East, including getting them E-2 Visa and EB5 Visa to live in the US.
He is also an elected member of Wilshire Center-Koreatown Neighborhood Council in the planning & land use management committee. He was also running the Kid playground restaurant, Kid Concepts in Torrance. Along with business operations for many years, he has also known the pros and cons of restaurant owners. Sales and Marketing is an area of expertise that Hoyle is very familiar with. He immigrated from S Korea in 1988 and obtained an undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri Saint Louis (UMSL) majored in Anthropology, attended UCLA Near Eastern Archaeology Department as RA, and went to Cal State Long Beach majoring in Archaeology. After that, he began his 30-year commercial real estate career.
Most of his business comes from referrals because Hoyle ‘Listens' to his clients, gains their trust and confidence, and establishes a reputation of going above and beyond for his clients.
Hoyle is a member of the nationally renowned firm, Restaurant Realty Company, and is an active member of the California Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors. Hoyle also is a licensed Notary Public and Certified Paralegal.
Hoyle can be reached via his cell 213-505-0195.
Job Titles:
- Creative / Marketing Director
Jeremy Broekman has been with Restaurant Realty Company since October 2016. Jeremy launched our 20th anniversary campaign and relaunched our new website and listing platform, including an incredible search engine optimization effort. He's an invaluable part of our team delivering real estate marketing, advertising social media, sales and PR services to all our agents and our brand.
As an expert in marketing, branding, advertising, social media, graphic design and website development, Jeremy trains corporate, entertainment industry, real estate, and start-up C-suite and V-suite executives. Jeremy leads professional teams to launch successful marketing/advertising campaigns, {re}branding campaigns, effective publicity/promotions and PR strategies. He coaches and consults individuals and teams in the areas of business development, brand strategy and social media. Jeremy is a Spartan racer, charismatic connector and master networker. Drawing on his extensive entertainment publicity, corporate marketing and real estate publicity experience, his presentations are highly motivational and energizing, showing senior leadership teams how to collaborate cohesively, overcome obstacles and develop a shared vision/mission.
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, Northern California
Jim Pate is a certified restaurant broker who focuses on helping buyers and sellers in Northern California. He brings to his clients a wealth of experience in the foodservice industry including firsthand knowledge of the ins and outs of the restaurant industry. Jim has over 30 years of experience as a chef at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Oregon State University. As well, he has 10 years of experience as an owner/ operator of a successful restaurant, which he sold in 2016. Lastly, Jim has 15 years of experience working as a consultative foodservice salesman for leading national companies.
Jim Pate is a certified restaurant broker who focuses on helping buyers and sellers in Northern California. He brings to his clients a wealth of experience in the foodservice industry including firsthand knowledge of the ins and outs of the restaurant industry. Jim has over 30 years of experience as a chef, including such properties as Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Oregon State University. As well, he has 10 years of experience as an owner/ operator of a successful restaurant, which he sold in 2016. Lastly, Jim has 15 years of experience working as a consultative foodservice salesman for leading national companies.
Jim Pate's passion and understanding of the business as a whole enables him to assist both buyers and sellers throughout the transaction process. He has been recognized for his extraordinary commitment to excellence by helping restaurant owners solve problems and increase their profits and growth. He truly has "walked a mile" in his clients' shoes and works tirelessly on their behalf to get the deal done.
With his decades of business knowledge and experience, Jim finds it rewarding to help individuals realize their dreams of owning a restaurant. He listens carefully to find out what his clients really want so he can help them achieve their goals. People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.
Jim is a Certified Business Broker and member of the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB) and International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and holds a California Real Estate License.
Job Titles:
- Broker Associate, San Diego, Riverside and San Bernardino
Jonathan's grew up in a restaurant family in Pasadena getting exposure to to the restaurant business at an early age. After obtaining an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a Master's degree from UCLA he began his 30 year commercial real estate career. He started with Grubb & Ellis in San Diego where he specialized in the sale of investment property before moving on to a real estate development company in Pasadena where he was responsible for leasing the company's retail and office properties throughout Southern California. Jonathan then joined up with CB Richard Ellis and was named "Regional Rookie of the Year" and received the "Distinguished Achievement Award" for exceptional service to clients as a high rise office leasing specialist. After seven years as a successful broker at CBRE, Jonathan became Senior Vice President and Principal with Lee & Associates. where he specialized in the sale of bank owned "REO" commercial properties throughout Southern California. After moving to San Diego in 2002, Jonathan became one of the founding Principals of Lee & Associates, San Diego where he specialized in the sale and lease of commercial property until 2013. Over the years Jonathan has completed dozens of restaurant lease transactions. Jonathan has been licensed as a California Real Estate Broker (#00705613) and General Building Contractor (#B570608) for over 20 years.
Judy has been with Restaurant Realty Company since 1999. Judy is an experienced agent and oversees the financial functions of the company. Prior to this she worked as a Buyer Coordinator and liquor license transfer specialist for restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Judy also oversees marketing, advertising, and day to day operations of the business. Prior to joining Restaurant Realty Company, Judy was the President/Owner of Bay Marketing Company, which sold millions of dollars of merchandise to large retailers throughout the west coast. Judy also previously worked with Macy's as a Buyer and Sales Manager.
Judy attended Cornell University and holds a B.A. from University of San Francisco. Judy holds a California State Real Estate License.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Northern California Team
- Listing Transaction Agent, Los Angeles
- Listing Transaction Agent, Los Angeles and Sacramento & Surrounding Areas
- Listing Transaction Agent, Sacramento and Surrounding Areas
Keith has 48 years of restaurant, bar and catering experience, 20 of those years as an owner/operator. After graduating from the London College of Hotel and Catering, Keith gained initial experience as a Chef in many of London's renowned restaurants. In the ‘80's he became the Managing Director of a large catering company taking on the responsibilities for prestigious events for the British Royal family, British Government and their dignitaries & many commercial events for a period of 10 years. Since moving to the USA in 1996 Keith has owned three successful restaurants and a catering company in Northern California. In 2013 he was chosen from stiff competition to host an 8-episode series for the Food Network channel called ‘Buy This Restaurant.' Using his vast knowledge and experience in the UK and in the USA Keith has mentored and consulted for numerous restaurant owners as a Restaurant Tutor. (therestauranttutor.com) is Keith's way of helping restaurant owners reach their maximum profitability by fixing their problems and increasing the value for their restaurant business before, during and after a successful sale. Keith has been selling restaurants, bars and clubs for the past 15 years and holds a California State Real Estate License.
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, San Diego County
Kevin Mathews is a results-oriented hospitality and service professional with over 15 years of experience managing daily operations of successful high-volume restaurants, bars and large-scale hotel event operations. Kevin has deep experience overseeing all areas of operations including talent acquisitions and management, vendor coordination, food and beverage procurement, sales and marketing, menu engineering, generating and optimizing profitability, controlling labor, maintaining employee morale and ensuring that the guest experience is unique and memorable.
After bartending and barbacking, earning his place, Kevin was promoted as General Manager of a high volume Bar & Grill in Chicago at the age of 23 where he eventually oversaw a seven figure renovation and expansion. Kevin's experience includes high profile properties managed by Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants where he served as Assistant Director of Food and Beverage at the largest property in the portfolio and eventually relocated to California after being promoted to Director of Food and Beverage with a Kimpton property in Santa Barbara. Additionally, Kevin worked for Hyatt Hotels as Senior Food & Beverage Manager overseeing the launch of 5 unique restaurant concepts within 2 new luxury hotels. Most recently, he has managed full cycle recruiting for a high end, prominent resort in Newport Beach. Kevin has experience owning and operating several investment properties giving further insight to further strengthen his ability to assist sellers.
Kevin has certifications from Michigan State University in the business of hospitality operations, management and leadership. Kevin currently resides in the San Diego area with his wife Kelly and their two dogs.
Job Titles:
- Internet Coordinator
- NEW Restaurant Realty Internet Coordinator
Laura Graber is our NEW Restaurant Realty Internet Coordinator responsible for managing all restaurant, bar and nightclub listings on RRC's website spanning across Northern and Southern California. As well, she oversees updating 10+ listing engine websites and agent collaboration. Lastly, she oversees our weekly e-newsletters that highlight our active, price reduced, new and featured listings. Laura has held a California Broker's License since 2007 and has helped hundreds of homeowners meet their real estate goals in Sonoma County, where she grew up. Laura currently lives in Santa Rosa where she is raising her son and enjoys all that Sonoma County has to offer. From the beautiful beaches that line the coast, to the world class restaurants and wineries in big cities and quaint towns, to the comfortable year round climate... Northern California really does have it all.
Job Titles:
- Broker Associate, Southern California
Martin has been involved with leasing and managing restaurants throughout his 25+ year real estate career. His work in the restaurant industry preceded his real estate career when he worked in restaurants during college in the Southern California area as well. He has worked in various areas of the commercial real estate industry throughout his career, and now focuses on restaurant sales and purchases with Restaurant Realty. Martin is passionate about strategizing, supporting, and guiding his sellers and buyers so that they make the best possible decision for themselves and maximize the return on their investment.
His expertise spans leasing numerous restaurant spaces, to property and asset management of restaurant properties for landlords throughout Southern California. {READ MORE}
Martin has been involved with leasing and managing restaurants throughout his 25+ year real estate career. His work in the restaurant industry preceded his real estate career when he worked in restaurants during college in the Southern California area as well. He has worked in various areas of the commercial real estate industry throughout his career, and now focuses on restaurant sales and purchases with Restaurant Realty. Martin is passionate about strategizing, supporting, and guiding his sellers and buyers so that they make the best possible decision for themselves and maximize the return on their investment.
His expertise spans leasing numerous restaurant spaces, to property and asset management of restaurant properties for landlords throughout Southern California. As a commercial real estate broker, he has worked extensively with landlords in both leasing, sales and management of the commercial properties and is very knowledgeable at completing complex transactions for his clients. To date, he has been involved with managing over 5,500,000 square feet of commercial properties and has completed over 2,100,000 square feet of lease/sale transactions for high net worth individuals and institutional real estate owners.
Martin has owned and operated businesses for over 15+ years during his career and most recently sold a Sears Home Services national franchise operation in San Diego County. While at Sears, he successfully increased revenues over 650% in less than 4 years and sold the business for a profit exceeding 190% after 6 years of owning the franchise operation. He is well versed in franchise operations and ownership, which allows him to be a strong resource for his clients that are selling or buying either an independent or franchised restaurant business.
Martin holds the following licenses and certifications:
• CCIM Designation (Certified Commercial Investment Member through the CCIM Institute)
• CPM Designation (Certified Property Manager through the Institute of Real Estate Management)
• State of California Real Estate Brokers License
Job Titles:
- Member of the Northern California Team
- Listing Transaction Agent, Sacramento and Surrounding Areas
Nancy has been in the restaurant business for over 20 years. She worked at El Caballo, Hungry Hunter & Scott's Seafood in Oakland, was the district manager for 5 "Muffins Muffins" units in San Francisco, and was the manager of Fat City Restaurant in Sacramento, one of the most well-known restaurants in the area. Most recently, she owned an Italian restaurant in Sacramento for several years. Nancy has owned and managed many successful businesses over the last 22 years, during which she developed an interest and passion for real estate and property management. Nancy's diversified restaurant operations and ownership experience contributes to her ability to work with buyers and sellers. Nancy holds a California State Real Estate License.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Northern California Team
- Listing Transaction Agent, San Francisco Bay Area
Since joining RRC in 2018, Patrick has facilitated the sale of many restaurants, bars, and multi-unit chains in the San Francisco Bay Area and throughout California. Restaurant transactions are complex and multi-faceted, and Patrick is a master of the many elements involved in getting a deal done. Patrick understands that buyers, sellers, and landlords bring different needs and concerns to a transaction, and he is extremely adept at taking everyone's needs into account, and coming up with solutions that make sense for all parties. Patrick's clear and consistent communication practices enable him to navigate the inevitable challenges that arise throughout the transaction process, and successfully get deals done. Every deal is unique, and Patrick works in a way that is tailored to each client's specific needs.
Patrick's history in the restaurant industry began long before he joined RRC. In high school he worked for family-run delicatessens, and later he was a manager, training store specialist, and area manager for Starbucks and Jamba Juice. He owned two successful restaurant/cafes in San Francisco for ten years. He is passionate about good food, has a great appreciation for what it takes to run a successful restaurant, and is dedicated to supporting all players in the restaurant industry. When he isn't working, Patrick loves watching Bay Area sports, cooking and searching for the perfect burger, and hanging out with his West Highland White Terrier. Catch up with Patrick's blogging at FoodisMyReligion.com.
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, Orange County & Los Angeles
- Member of the Nationally Renowned Firm
Rafael Garcia is a professionally licensed Business Sales Broker. He brings more than two decades of experience in Sales, Marketing and Management to his current role as a Business broker. His experience in the Hospitality Industry in major markets, such as Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, Chicago and Las Vegas, allows all Buyer/Sellers the perfect consultation needed in making these important decisions.
Rafael is well connected in Los Angeles and Orange County, having run and owned several reputable businesses both domestically and internationally, he knows many potential clients in and around these business communities. He is also a member of several Chambers of Commerce chapters, along with networking groups as well. Sales and Marketing experience is an area of expertise that Rafael is very familiar with.
Along with business operations for many years, he has also been at the helm of leading teams in Business Sales and Marketing. His knowledge base is rooted in sales and marketing and innovatively reaching new and existing audiences. Other areas of expertise include Public Relations, Business Development, Commercial Lease and Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations.
Most of his business comes from referrals because Rafael ‘Listens' to his clients, gains their trust and confidence, and establishes a reputation of going above and beyond for his clients.
Rafael is a member of the nationally renowned firm, Restaurant Realty Company, and is an active member of the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB).
Job Titles:
- Broker Associate, Central Valley
Richard has 25+ years experience in brokerage, 20 years experience in the Hospitality Business, and has personally owned 2 successful pizza restaurants (Prima Pizza on the West Coast and Giorgio's Pizzeria on the East Coast). This hands-on experience gives him a unique understanding of the sacrifices and work involved when owning your own business; thus enabling Richard to address the needs of sellers and buyers. His brokerage experience includes Business, Commercial and Residential Leasing and Property Management. He has leased over 1,000,000 square feet of retail space in malls, strip centers and free standing buildings. In addition Richard has leased over 1,000 residential units consisting of apartments, single family homes and condos. As a Property manager he routinely acted as an intermediary between landlord and tenant and brings this skill set in negotiating lease terms when a business changes hands. He also guides new business owners through the process of state and local regulatory compliance with regard to health, fire and building codes. Richard holds a California State Real Estate Brokers License.
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, Los Angeles & Orange County
Licensed by the California Bureau of Real Estate since 2005, Shevaun has concentrated on serving clients in Northern California. Her lengthy background of representing buyers and sellers in residential properties established her reputation of integrity. Shevaun also brings years of practical experience from the hospitality industry, including high-end hotels, to the specialized market of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Shevaun continues to provide her clients with focused attention and a collaborative approach to the transaction.
Prior to joining Restaurant Realty Company, Shevaun was a Realtor for Christopherson Properties, a sister company to luxury home developers. Her contribution was paramount to their start-up business of rebuilding homes compromised by the 2017 Tubbs Fire in Sonoma County. Shevaun is happily married to a wonderful man and proud mother of two marvelous daughters. {READ MORE}
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Founder, Principal Broker and Chief Executive Officer
- Member of Vistage
Steve is the Founder, Principal Broker and Chief Executive Officer of Restaurant Realty Company. Steve has personally sold/leased over 1,000 restaurant, bar or club businesses, sold many commercial buildings, collaborated with over 2,000 clients, and completed over 3,000 restaurant valuations since 1996. Steve's experience includes sales, acquisitions, management and ownership of numerous properties throughout California including restaurants, hotels, apartment buildings, single family houses, an office building and a multi-use retail building. Steve is the author of Restaurant Dealmaker - An Insider's Trade Secrets for Buying a Restaurant, Bar or Club available on Amazon. Prior to starting Restaurant Realty, Steve had over 20 years of restaurant experience and was President and CEO of Zim's Restaurants - one of the largest privately owned restaurant chains in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Steve is the Founder, Principal Broker and Chief Executive Officer of Restaurant Realty Company. Steve has personally sold/leased over 1,400 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses and over 60 related commercial buildings totaling 2.8+ million square feet of commercial space, collaborated with over 2,800 clients and completed over 4,500 valuations since 1996.
Steve is a member of Vistage, a CEO coaching group, the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB), the Golden Gate Restaurant Association, California Restaurant Association, Cornell University Hotel Society, Cornell University Real Estate Council, the International Association of Business Brokers (IBBA) and Mergers & Acquisitions Source (M & A Source).
At HFLA, a non-profit lending institution, Steve currently holds the following positions: Immediate Past President, Chairman of the Nominating and Loan Committees and member of the Board of Directors and Executive, Business Loan and Audit Committees.
Steve's non-profit work has included participation on the Board of Directors of the following organizations: California Association of Business Brokers (CABB), Golden Gate Restaurant Association, JCF of San Francisco, Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties, MJCC and Northern California Cornell Alumni Association. Steve has prepared and served meals at the Marin Homeless Coalition Lunch Program for over 15 years.
Steve has extensive experience as an expert witness and has worked regularly for years with many attorneys and the courts regarding valuations, leases and acquisition and disposition matters.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Northern California Team
- Listing Transaction Agent, Sacramento and Surrounding Areas
Tamas was born and raised in Budapest, Hungary. Growing up in a family where home cooking and good food essentially made him chose the hospitality industry as his profession. Having arrived in the USA, he worked as a personal chef managing large catering events while attending college.
After finishing his studies in restaurant and hotel management, majoring in culinary arts, Tamas moved to California.
Throughout his 30-year restaurant career, he was involved in over 7 restaurants openings, as a general managing partner and managed restaurants throughout the bay area and Sacramento regions.
Tamas has operated his own fine dining restaurant for 13 years achieving many awards for food and wine service.
With his knowledge of the restaurant industry, Tamas has enjoyed working as a restaurant consultant for many bars and restaurants throughout the Sacramento area.
Tamas holds a State of California Real Estate Agents License.
Job Titles:
- Listing Transaction Agent, Los Angeles
Since relocating to Los Angeles from his native Long Island, New York, Todd has been active in the real estate business. Todd has held his California real estate license since 2004 and has been involved in the listing, marketing and selling of residential and commercial real estate, including hotels, restaurants, car washes, and many other types of businesses. Todd has many years of teaching experience teaching several different subjects to students in the K-12 level. Todd is the founder/CEO of the popular business, Rent A Grandma, which has been featured on ABC's Shark Tank. Todd holds a California Real Estate Agents License (CalBRE#01720850), teaching credential and Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Jacksonville University.
Job Titles:
- Broker Associate, Los Angeles
Viken Vic Kharadjian brings a wide range of experience to RRC. Since 2006, he has listed and sold many Food and Beverage Businesses in LA. In addition to owning and managing several hospitality industry businesses. Vic has extensive experience and knowledge in Commercial Real Estate and Property Management which his clients greatly benefit from during lease negotiation with landlords. Vic is highly experienced in complex transactions. Vic also has served as Director for the Commercial Division of a large real estate firm.
Vic is a licensed California Real Estate Broker and has also received Certification in Commercial Brokerage and Business Brokerage. Vic is a member of the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB) and International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and has earned his Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation in 2008.