Responsibilities for these transactions included creating and implementing strategies to reduce occupancy costs; analyzing various financial alternatives; implementing marketing strategies for the disposition of sublease space or excess property; acquiring commercial property; negotiating lease, sublease or purchase and sale contracts; and assisting clients with the selection and negotiations of third party vendors; architects, builders, movers, & attorneys.
His most recent project has been the conversion of 1100 Alakea Street. Purchased by Alexander & Baldwin, the 176,000 square foot 1100 Alakea Street office building was converted to a commerical comdominium with 53 Units. The project offered investor units and owner- occupant units in finished and loft conditions. James and his team assisted A&B Properties, Inc. with the entire process and had successfully marketed and sold out within 18 months of issuance of the Final Public Report.
