Project_Development_Board

The ED-Link.net Project Development Board is a renowned group of Professionals that are leading experts in their respective industries.  Each industry represented serves companies that are expanding or relocating.  The Board is continually developing better ways of identifying, connecting and assisting projects with active expansion or relocation plans.  Our Project Development Board Members have been brought together based on their ability to serve companies that have expansion or relocation plans and their level of expertise in the areas they serve.  Our Board Members can offer expert advice and service in the a variety of areas that includes brokering commercial projects, aquiring land, moving equipment, constructing your facility, negotiating incentives, and moving your executives.

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SITE SELECTION CONSULTANTS/ADVISORS

King_White

 

 

SiteSelectionGroupLogoSite Selection Group
King R. White
President

FOCUS: Global Location Strategies

Summary

King R. White is founder and president of Site Selection Group. Leveraging nearly 15 years of experience in the location advisory and real estate industries, White founded Site Selection Group to provide comprehensive global location strategies to corporations and communities. Under his direction, Site Selection Group has successfully increased revenue and profitability each year while personally managing the completion of over 50 projects per year.

Sample Clients
Alltel Communications, Amazon.com, Becton Dickinson, Harley-Davidson, The Home Depot, Medtronic, Nationwide Insurance and ThyssenKrupp.

 

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CONSULTANTS/BROKERS

George_Maragos

 

 

CBRE_LogoCB Richard Ellis
George G. Maragos, SIOR
Global Corporate Services

FOCUS: Global Real Estate

Summary

CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) is the world's premier, full-service real estate services company.  Operating globally, the firm holds a leadership position in virtually all of the world's key business centres. Whether it's a local, regional, national or global assignment, CBRE applies insight, experience, intelligence and resources to help clients make informed real estate decisions.

CBRE combines to empower our people, and our clients, with the information they need to anticipate market opportunities, seize competitive advantages and execute the best possible real estate strategies. CBRE strives to create market knowledge that allows us to seize opportunities, speed the business process and create the most thorough, precisely accurate picture of global commercial real estate conditions and trends.

Specialties
CBRE provides skilled professionals through commercial real estate, asset services, brokerage services, capital markets, consulting, development and investments, global corporate services, and project management.  CBRE’s has a fully integrated, global service platform who are ready to meet every aspect of their clients’ commercial real estate needs.


BradStruck

 

 

TranswesternLogoTranswestern
Brad Struck
Executive Managing Director

FOCUS: Commercial Real Estate

Summary
Transwestern is one of the largest privately-held commercial real estate firms in the United States. A diversified operating company, Transwestern is active in the real estate service, development and investment management businesses. Transwestern creates value for clients through innovation, penetrating market intelligence and legendary service delivered by teams of local market experts. The firm has product specialties including office, industrial, retail, multifamily and healthcare, as well as a wholly-owned research affiliate, Delta Associates. Transwestern leads the industry in sustainability and has received multiple ENERGY STAR® awards from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Specialties
Agency leasing, property & facility management, investment services, tenant advisory, development and research.


Chris_Schupp

 

 

NAILogo1NAI Robert Lynn GLobal
Chris Schup
Executive Managing Director

FOCUS: Commercial Real Estate

Summary
A worldwide leader in the corporate real estate consulting and advisory arena, NAI Global and NAI Robert Lynn have provided strategic advisory services to thousands of companies around the world to help maximize the value of a client’s real estate assets. We begin every new corporate relationship by collaborating with you to fully understand your company’s overall facility portfolio, business goals, competitive strategy, financial objectives and workplace environment goals. What makes us different is how we bring together the people, talents and resources we have around the world to deliver uncompromising results for our clients.

Specialties
Commercial real estate consulting, corporate real estate strategic planning, in-depth market research and analysis, logistics planning, construction bid analysis, project management, contract negotiation, real estate portfolio administration and management, workplace design, lease administration, IWMS consulting and lease audit services.


Bob_Grigsby

 

 

NewmarkKnightLogoNewmark Knight Frank
Bob Grigsby
Senior Managing Director

FOCUS: Commercial Real Estate

Summary
Newmark Knight Frank is one of the largest independent real estate service firms in the world. We provide comprehensive real estate solutions to many of the most prominent corporations, property owners, investors and developers across the globe.

In January of 2006, Newmark formed a partnership with London-based Knight Frank, forming Newmark Knight Frank, a global real estate consultancy with extensive worldwide capabilities and coverage throughout North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. The Newmark Knight Frank partnership now operates more than 220 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents. With a staff of 7,300 employees, we have created an effective global platform from which to serve the property needs of our growing list of clients.

Specialties
Commercial real estate consulting, corporate real estate strategic planning, in-depth market research and analysis, logistics planning, construction bid analysis, project management, contract negotiation, real estate portfolio administration and management, workplace design, lease administration, IWMS consulting and lease audit services.


CONSTRUCTION and SERVICE PROVIDERS

Mark_Gillewski

 

 

iMarkLogoiMark Development, Inc.
Mark Gilewski
CEO/President

FOCUS: Custom Building & Construction

Summary
i mark Development, Inc has been providing quality commercial construction services from the beginning as a small business. We have grown into a multi-million dollar company that has not forgotten what it takes for a project to be successful. It begins with hard work, perseverance, attention to detail and ends with quality constructed projects built on time and within budget.

For over 20 years, i mark Development, Inc has built industrial & commercial facilities and many impressive, custom interior office build outs.

Specialties
Facility Design, Equipment layout, Warehousing, Material Handling systems, and Utilities.  Other service specialties include the installation of Foundations, Electrical Lighting and Distribution Systems, HVAC and Air Handling Systems, Chilled Water Systems and Cooling Towers, Compressed Air Systems,Material Conveying Systems, Plant Relocation


John_Schook  

HaskellLogoHaskell
John Schook
Director

FOCUS: Custom Building & Construction

Summary
Corporate and institutional clients, developers and public agencies repeatedly select Haskell on the basis of its consistent record of performance excellence.  Founded over forty years ago, the company ranks among the foremost design-build organizations in the U.S. Serving clients throughout the Western Hemisphere, Haskell provides complete planning, architectural, engineering, construction, program management, real estate, financing and facility management services on a single-responsibility basis.  The company’s expertise spans industrial, commercial, institutional, public and civil infrastructure projects.

Specialties
Industrial, commercial, institutional, public and civil infrastructure projects with individual areas of expertise within each category.


Andrea_Valasquez

 

 

EPSTEIN_LogoEpstein
Andrea Velasquez
Business Development

FOCUS: Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Graphics

Summary

Epstein is one of the largest and oldest architecture, interiors, engineering and construction firms in the world. Since 1921, we have delivered value-added design solutions for clients throughout the world. We celebrate our rich history while we focus on the future: creating a sustainable world.


The firm currently has over 30 projects in design or construction that are pursuing LEED Certification, and nearly 30% of Epstein’s domestic design and engineering staff are LEED Accredited Professionals.  We have a diverse portfolio of work in the commercial, industrial and institutional markets and the firm’s reputation is continually linked to high-profile projects. Epstein has proven its ability to assemble and manage large, multi-faceted teams of specialists and to bring large, complicated projects to a successful conclusion.  Epstein is an employee-owned firm with over 250 employees worldwide. We are headquartered in Chicago with regional domestic offices in Los Angeles and New York, and international locations in Warsaw, Poland and Bucharest, Romania.

Specialties

Epstein provides clients design services including architecture, planning, interior design and graphics; full-service engineering including civil, MEP and structural; and construction. Our designers and engineers also provide specialized consulting in sustainability including LEED program management and LEED feasibility assessments.


Marty_Harrison

 

 

Rooflifters
Mason Harris

Vice President of Operations

FOCUS: Roof Lifting

Summary

Formed to specifically to meet the increased demands for clear height across North America, ROOFLIFTERS is now the driving force behind continued innovation and methods of cost efficient roof lifting solutions.

By providing the combined services of a design build company, general contractor and roof lifting contractor, ROOFLIFTERS is able to maximize cost savings for its clients as the complete source for roof lifting. ROOFLIFTERS was formed to take advantage of one of the most unique cost saving construction processes in the industry.

Specialties

By using a team of experts from conception to completion of the project of lifting the roof of your business for expansion and cost effective purposes.


Serge

 

UBI_France_LogoFOREIGN INVESMENT ADVISORS

French Trade Department/UBIFRANCE
Serge Hanoca
Director-Industries

FOCUS: French Companies exporting or investing in the US

Summary
UBIFRANCE, the French agency for international business development, comes under the aegis of France's
Ministry for the Economy, Industry & Employment. UBIFRANCE lies at the heart of France's public-sector export support framework. With 64 Trade Commissions in 44 countries, UBIFRANCE offers a comprehensive range of products and services aimed at accompanying French-based companies in their development on export markets. This agency helps with knowledge-based products and services, from business information to consultancy and monitoring services, in order to help companies elaborate a strategy for international expansion. The French agency focuses on promotional operations in order to foster partnerships with companies outside France.

The French Embassy’s Department of Economic Affairs is responsible for monitoring and analyzing, on behalf of the French authorities, the situation and policies relating to economic, industrial, financial, commercial and agricultural issues in the United States. The Department also acts, as needed, as a liaison office on the same issues between the US authorities and their French counterparts.

The Department of Economic Affairs is part of the international network of the Treasury of the Ministry of Economy, Industry and Employment. It works closely with other departments in the embassy and with the Agency for International Development of French Companies (UBIFRANCE) and with IFA (Invest in France Agency) which promotes foreign investment in France.

Specialties

The French Trade Office is the main gate for French companies willing to exporting or investing in the US.  UBIFRANCE offers a comprehensive range of products and services aimed at accompanying French-based companies in their development on export markets.


Claus_Habermeirer

 

 

German_Trade_and_Invest_LogoGermany Trade & Invest
Claus Habermeier
Director

FOCUS: Foreign Trade and Investment

Summary

Germany Trade and Invest is the economic development agency of the Federal Republic of Germany. The organization promotes Germany as a business and technology location and supports companies based in Germany with global market information.
Furthermore Germany Trade & Invest informs and advises international companies setting up business in Germany and promotes the economic development of Germany's new federal states including Berlin.

Germany Trade & Invest provides up-to-the-minute foreign trade information to German-based businesses seeking to expand in international markets. A team of industry analysts spread across the globe compiles constantly updated country reports.

Specialties
Germany Trade and Invest can help investors that are based in Europe, Asia, or North America, our experts are on-site to help match their specific business goals to the German investment landscape. We also work to promote Germany as an economic and technological center, and we are the primary source for information on FDI in Germany.


PhotComingsOON

 

 

KOTRA_LogoKotra
Tammi Kim
Marketing Consultant

FOCUS: Korea Trade and Investment

Summary

KOTRA’s efforts to support partnerships and cooperation between Korean and overseas firms will continue unabated into the future. Going forward, the agency plans to increase its support activities toward global cooperation in promising business fields including knowledge services, the medical, biotech and green industries, and government procurement. KOTRA is also striving to stimulate international exchange in skilled human resources through Contact Korea, a division newly established in 2008.
Furthermore, KOTRA provides comprehensive support for inbound and outbound direct investment, and stands behind efforts to expand both exports and imports. Acknowledging the importance of emerging markets in China and Africa, KOTRA will open 12 new Korea Business Centers in the areas, providing direct support for Korean companies to enter unexplored markets.

Specialties
Kotra provides a comprehensive service to meet the foreign investors' every need as a one-stop window, Invest KOREA is staffed with experts from various ministries and relevant organizations. Kotra also serves as a bridge between Korean Exporters and Overseas buyers, to help foreign buyers get quality products at the most competitive prices.


CAPITAL AND FUNDING ADVISORS

Chris_Michalek

 

 

US_Capital_CorporationUS Capital Corporation
Chris Michalek
Vice President, New Business Development

FOCUS: Financing Solutions

Summary

US Capital was founded in 1989 with the purpose of providing the highest quality financing and leasing solutions to business entities across the United States. Today, they are a full service financial intermediary dedicated to providing progressive financing options internationally for today's sophisticated business environment with the skills to finance transactions for the commercial, municipal and federal markets. US Capital Corporation works with many financial partners, they are able to provide financing and leasing solutions to most companies regardless of the type of equipment requested or financial profile.

In the 22 years US Capital has been in the financing industry, US Capital Corporation has expanded their scope of financing from within the United States to any country in which the US government permits.

In addition to their capacity for international financing, US Capital Corporation also has a large product offering: equipment, acquisition and inventory financing are just a few.

Specialties

US Capital Corporation will help you realize your company's potential through their financing assistance.  Their professional staff stands ready to deliver the aggressive financing programs you need to compete in today's demanding business climate.


RETAIL DEVELOPMENT ADVISORS

Jason_Claunch

 

 

Catalyst_LogoCatalyst Commercial
Jason Claunch
President

FOCUS: Retail Consulting/Brokerage Firm

Summary

We are experts at identifying your retail and real estate customers by researching and understanding your consumers. Catalyst is a Texas based retail consulting, market research and brokerage firm that combines strategy, technology and retail analytics to deliver high-impact retailer recruitment and development strategies to local governments, private developers, retailers and economic development organizations.

Catalyst has completed over 2 Million SF of retail leases and closed over 190 raw land transactions including retail, office, hospitality and restaurant uses. Catalyst has consulted, developed and procured business for Target, Albertsons, Wachovia, Panera Bread, Panda Express, Starbucks, Chili's, Ashland Oil, CVS, Walgreens, Kroger and numerous other retailers.

Specialties

We develop a unique solution for each project. This may include marketing analysis, aerials, traffic counts, property analysis, customer segmentation, economic impact analysis, merchandising, marketing collateral through implementation. Catalyst uses a blend of both art and science. We realize that each market is unique but we also have defined fundamental approaches using technology, research, and data to optimize the process.


INCENTIVE NEGOTIATIONS ADVISORS

Bob_Hess

 

 

NewmarkKnightLogoNewmark Knight Frank
Robert Hess
Partner, Strategic Consulting

FOCUS: Incentive Negotiations

Summary
Newmark Knight Frank is one of the largest independent real estate service firms in the world. We provide comprehensive real estate solutions to many of the most prominent corporations, property owners, investors and developers across the globe.

In January of 2006, Newmark formed a partnership with London-based Knight Frank, forming Newmark Knight Frank, a global real estate consultancy with extensive worldwide capabilities and coverage throughout North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. The Newmark Knight Frank partnership now operates more than 220 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents. With a staff of 7,300 employees, we have created an effective global platform from which to serve the property needs of our growing list of clients.

Specialties
Commercial real estate consulting, corporate real estate strategic planning, in-depth market research and analysis, logistics planning, construction bid analysis, project management, contract negotiation, real estate portfolio administration and management, workplace design, lease administration, IWMS consulting and lease audit services.


SUSTAINABLE AND RENEWABLE ENERGY ADVISORS

Ryno_Stinchfield

 

 

GreenWorld_Partners_LogoGreenWorld Partners
Rhyno Stinchfield
President

FOCUS: Sustainable/Renewable Energy

Summary
GreenWorld Partners mission is to facilitate the advancement of innovative ideas and technologies through collaboration and imagination.  Their goal is to turn these ideas into reality.

GreenWorld Partners envisions a world of sustainable communities connected in their common commitment to the health and well being of their citizens.  The culture of these communities will be one of wise use of their natural resources and nurturing of innovative ideas.

On September 3, 2010 GreenWorld Partners broke ground on a State-of-the-Art Vertical Axis Wind Turbine at COT.  This project will support education and employment in the renewable energy field.  The turbine will be used by the MSU Billings College of Technology who will enroll in the new Sustainable Energy Technology Program.

Specialties
GreenWorld Partners offers consulting services in the Renewable Energy sector.  They are located in Billings, Montana.

 

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