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Stirling Properties Appoints Bill McFadden to Regional Manager of North Louisiana

Bill McFadden SHREVEPORT/BOSSIER CITY, Louisiana —- (May 19, 2011) Stirling Properties is proud to announce that Bill McFadden will assume the role of Regional Manager for North Louisiana.

This appointment follows the recent listing contract for the sale and lease of the Villaggio Development and the hire of Property Manager Melinda Brazzel. While McFadden will continue to conduct brokerage activities in the Shreveport/Bossier City area, in his new role as Regional Manager, he will also oversee and coordinate all property management and brokerage activities associated with multiple property types including retail, office, and industrial properties located across North Louisiana.

“Bill has always been active throughout North Louisiana demonstrating a caliber of leadership that is unmatched in our industry,” said Donna Taylor, Senior Vice President of Asset Management and New Business Development for Stirling Properties.  “His dedication to success enhances the capability of the services Stirling Properties provides and we support him in this new role as Regional Manager.”

McFadden joined Stirling Properties in 1992 bringing with him an extensive amount of knowledge and experience in asset and property management from previous employments with The Sealy Companies, General Growth Properties and Simon Management Company.

He is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and holds designations as Senior Certified Shopping Center Manager and Senior Certified Marketing Director.  Professionally, McFadden serves on the Bossier Economic Development Foundation and the Northwest Louisiana Association of Realtors Commercial Investment Division Boards of Directors and served 8 years on the Board of Directors for the Bossier Chamber of Commerce.

Stirling Properties Awarded Exclusive Listing Contract for The Villaggio Development

Villaggio at Bossier City, Louisiana

BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA (MAY 2, 2011)–On May 1st, 2011, Stirling Properties was awarded the exclusive listing contract for the sale and lease of existing retail shop space and vacant land at Villaggio in Bossier City.  As the Broker, Stirling Properties will market approximately 55,000 square feet of main street retail space and up to six outparcel pad sites while the ownership and operation of the multi-family and office space will be retained by Villaggio Bossier, LLC. 

“Stirling Properties is already working to maintain the owner’s vision of incorporating traditional and specialty retail stores that fit the unique needs of a growing city like Bossier,” said Stirling Properties’ Bill McFadden, Regional Manager of Property Management and Brokerage in North Louisiana.  “Our experience with retailers both on the national and local level reflects Stirling’s ability to deliver the best results for high profile projects such as Villaggio.” 

Villaggio is a 64-acre lifestyle development that offers a unique blend of specialty retail, dining, office and single and multi-family residential living opportunities.  Developed by The Good Companies, headquartered in Texarkana, Texas; Villaggio is located between Interstate 20 and Highway 80 in North Bossier City, Louisiana.  A rich tradition of Italian living is incorporated into the development’s architecture, streetscapes, sidewalk cafes, residences and shopping.  The site includes an authentic Italian promenade featuring a 45 ft. clock tower, a 6-acre lake and recreational paths that connect the entire development. 

“We knew the owners were looking for a company that understood the dynamics of a major multi-use development and the fact that Stirling Properties was selected is a testament to the credibility and types of services our company and agents are able to provide our clients,” stated Donna Taylor, Stirling Properties’ Senior Vice President of Asset Management and New Development.  

For retail sales and leasing opportunities available at Villaggio, contact:

Bill McFadden; bmcfadden@stirlingproperties.com

2646 Beene Blvd., Bossier City, LA 71111

(318) 797-4393

Stirling Properties Welcomes Melinda Brazzel to Their Property Management Team

Melinda BrazzelSHREVPORT/BOSSIER CITY, Louisiana—- (APRIL 13, 2011) Stirling Properties announces the addition of Melinda Brazzel to their Property Management Team in the Stirling Shreveport/Bossier office located at Stirling Bossier Shopping Center in Bossier City, Louisiana.

“Melinda’s extensive experience in commercial retail management and knowledge of the Shreveport/Bossier City market enables Stirling to continue to provide the level of service our clients and tenants expect as we continue to grow our presence in that Market,” said Donna Taylor, Senior Vice President of Asset Management and New Business Development for Stirling Properties.

Mrs. Brazzel joins Stirling Properties after working with the Vintage Realty Company in Shreveport, Louisiana having managed their lifestyle property, Shoppes at Bellemeade, as well as other retail and office properties.  Prior to that, Mrs. Brazzel worked for two Texas-based companies, TriYar Cannon Group and Inland Real Estate Group, where she managed the Mall of the Mainland in Texas City, Texas and oversaw a 1,000,000 SF portfolio consisting of eight retail centers spanning four states.

Mrs. Brazzel obtained a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Merchandising with a Management minor from Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana where she graduated Cum Laude.

Stirling Properties Recognizes Top Commercial Agents for Outstanding 2010 Production

2010 Commercial Production Awards

(L-R) Rhonda Sharkawy, Ryan Pecot, Chris Abadie, Charles Cornay, Will Barrois, Gaines Seaman, Joe Kramer, Beezie Landry, Bradley McCoy, Seth Citron, Dottie Tarleton, Rick Skelding, Lee de le Houssaye, and Gretchen Dauterive

COVINGTON, LOUISIANA (January 31, 2011)

On Wednesday, January 26th, during an Annual Meeting and Recognition Luncheon, Stirling Properties  recognized top commercial agents from the Commercial Brokerage Division.  Hosted at the Pan American Life Center in New Orleans, award recipients received recognition for Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, & Emerald production levels based on individual Adjusted Gross Commission numbers (AGC) for 2010.  

Included in the awards were special recognitions given to Rhonda Sharkawy, Retail Leasing and Development Executive in the New Orleans office, for the Most Transactions and for Top Agent.  Also recognized were Seth Citron, Sales Associate in the Lafayette office, and Bradley McCoy, Broker Associate in the New Orleans office, for having the highest production level improvement over the previous year.

 Emerald Level

Rhonda Sharkawy – New Orleans Office

Platinum Level

Ryan Pecot – Lafayette Office

Chris Abadie – New Orleans Office

Gold Level

Charles Cornay – Lafayette Office

Will Barrois – Covington Office

Gaines Seaman – Metairie Office

Silver Level

Joe Kramer – Covington Office

Beezie Landry – Covington Office

Bradley McCoy – New Orleans Office

Seth Citron – Lafayette Office

Dottie Tarleton – Baton Rouge Office

Bronze Level

Rick Skelding – New Orleans Office

Lee de la Houssaye – Covington Office

Gretchen Dauterive – Baton Rouge Office 

The Commercial Brokerage Division at Stirling Properties specializes in commercial sales and leasing of all property types throughout the Gulf South. Our Brokerage Team has developed a comprehensive knowledge of the marketplace and the geographic region and has assisted individual clients, seasoned real estate investors, and Fortune 500 companies with specialized leasing and brokerage services for over 35 years.

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