Evan Knudson
First Vice President
Lic. 01846995
Professional Experience
Associated Office
Evan's areas of expertise include market trend analysis, financial analysis, strategic execution, negotiation, and extension option and arbitration consulting. Clients consistently value his attention to detail, responsiveness, and relentless focus on executing the most advantageous terms on their behalf, ensuring outcomes that meet or exceed expectations. Evan began his career at CBRE in Seattle, Washington as a Tenant Rep Research Analyst, an experience that proved to be an invaluable foundation, giving him a uniquely grounded understanding of tenant needs within a real estate transaction. This tenant-centric perspective enhances his ability to serve both tenants and landlords, delivering solutions that maximize value and drive successful outcomes for his clients. That analytical foundation, combined with two decades of market knowledge and relationship building, has positioned Evan as a preeminent broker in the San Diego market.
Throughout his career, Evan has earned numerous regional and national awards and accolades, including multiple Client Outcome and Innovation Awards in 2018, 2020, and 2022, recognition for closing the largest tenant rep office transactions in San Diego County in 2017, and the CBRE Rookie of the Year honor in 2010.
Outside of the office, Evan is deeply devoted to his family and community. He and his wife Whitney, married since 2014, are the proud parents of three elementary school-aged children. Evan can regularly be found on the sidelines coaching his kids' football, soccer, and baseball teams, and gives back further through volunteer work at school and with local community nonprofits.
Education
- Graduate of the University of Washington, Bachelor of Arts; Psychology
Professional Affiliations / Accreditations
- CBRE San Diego Occupier Division Chairman, 2018 – 2021
- California Licensed Real Estate Agent
- Member, National Association of Industrial & Office Properties (NAIOP)
Achievements
- Lease of The Year, CoStar Impact Award (2025)
- Top Industrial Lease, CoStar Impact Award (2025)
- Client Outcome Award, Advisory Service, San Diego Region (2018, 2022)
- Innovation Award, San Diego Region (2020)
- Largest Tenant Rep Office Lease in San Diego County (2017)
- Top 5 Largest Tenant Rep Office Lease in San Diego County (2014, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023)
- Top 10 Largest Tenant Rep Industrial Lease in San Diego County (2012, 2014, 2016)
- CBRE Rookie of the Year (2010)
Clients (Tenant Represented)
- Feeding San Diego
- W.P. Carey
- Fortune 200 Defense Contractor
- KLA Corporation
- Fortune 500 Financial Services Company
- Confidential Tech Search Engine
- University of Southern California
- Fate Therapeutics
- CEVA Logistics
- Seaworld
- Mettler Toledo
- Lennar
- LG
- Publicis Groupe
- Ametek
- Huntington Ingalls
- Cox Communications
Clients (Landlord Represented)
- Drawbridge Realty
- Lincoln Property Company
- Dansk Investment Group
- LaSalle
- Murphy Development Company
- Manchester Financial Group
Team Overview
Comprehensive office, R&D, and industrial real estate advisory for occupiers, landlords and investors in San Diego.
Tom Martinez, Evan Knudson, Cole Martinez, and Olivia Kozlowski specialize in office, R&D and industrial real estate across San Diego, representing occupiers, landlords, and investors on transactions of all sizes and complexity. With over six decades of combined experience, the team is fueled by creativity and a commitment to a deeper understanding of the markets, brings vast financial analysis capabilities and deep market expertise, and long-standing client relationships, to every assignment.
Their backgrounds span institutional ownership, construction, and workplace strategy, offering a full deal-cycle perspective that goes beyond the transaction. The team has advised Fortune 500 corporations, regional businesses, and growing companies across a range of industries including manufacturing, defense, financial services, legal, and technology. This breadth of client experience allows the team to bring relevant, real-world context to every assignment regardless of industry or transaction type.
Clients benefit from a team that understands real estate as a business decision with lasting operational and financial implications, and that is committed to delivering favorable outcomes in every transaction. Whether navigating a lease decision, maximizing asset performance, or evaluating a long-term real estate strategy, Tom, Evan, Cole, and Olivia have the experience, relationships, and market knowledge to deliver consistent, high-touch service.
