Austin, TX – CBRE has announced that Nate Stricklen has achieved the honorary title of Vice Chairman, CBRE’s highest title for a producer within the organization. He serves on CBRE’sOccupier Services team in Austin, Texas, where he specializes in office tenant representation.

“This incredible accomplishment is a testament to Nate’s years of dedication, unwavering focus, and his commitment to the highest standards of integrity and client service. We could not be prouder of his success,” said Scott Senese, Senior Managing Director with CBRE in Austin.

Since joining CBRE in 2005, Mr. Stricklen has become one of Austin’s top office brokers, executing more than 4.5 million square feet of transactions over his CBRE career. Throughout his multiple decade career, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive results and foster strong client relationshipswith some of the world’s largest firms. His strategic mindset and dedication to delivering excellent service has earned him numerous accolades within the commercial real estate industry and has brought him to this great milestone of becoming a Vice Chairman. With his promotion, Mr. Stricklen becomes only the fourth professional within CBRE’s Austin office to earn the distinct title of Vice Chairman.

“It is an honor to gain the title of Vice Chairman,” said Mr. Stricklen. “None of my success would have been possible without the incredible clients I’ve worked with throughout the years and CBRE’s world-class platform that has allowed me to support them.”

As owner and managing principal of Tramonte Design Studio, and Incoming District Council Chair for the Urban Land Institute of Houston, Jason Tramonte exhibits a culmination of over 25 years of experience and the ceaseless pursuit of facing new challenges. Jason excels in master-planning, ground-up build-to-suits, overseeing client relationships, and project success while flawlessly executing his well-known holistic approach to design. His active involvement with ULI and the University of Houston highlights his philanthropic nature, commitment to education, and affection for the community. A leader in both professional and civic arenas, he balances his roles with grace, enhancing projects and enriching communities. His energetic personality combined with his knowledgeable wealth of high-quality solutions are a key asset to both clients and colleagues.

Stephanie Hopkins, a known leader in hospitality interior design, is thrilled to join B2 Architecture + Design as Strategic Growth Director. With over 20 years of experience designing unique hospitality experiences, she understands the importance of collaborating with hospitality brands, developers, and interior design firms. In addition to design, Stephanie will lead the strategic marketing and business development efforts to drive B2’s future expansion.

Mohr Partners is proud to recognize the 2023 accomplishments of Marty Shelton, SIOR, CCIM, a Managing Director in its Austin office.
Shelton posted a banner year in 2023, tallying over $100 million worth of transactions as a Tenant-Representative Broker, which consisted of 15 total deals, including five client assignments in Canada and three in Mexico.
“Congratulations to Marty Shelton for his exceptional performance in 2023,” Mohr Partners Chairman & CEO Robert Shibuya said. “Achieving $100 million in transactions is a testament to his dedication, expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence.”
Shelton joined Mohr Partners in April 2015 and works closely with the firm’s Global Corporate Services team and brokerage teams to oversee corporate real estate transactions for national portfolio clients.
Shelton has had his CCIM designation since 2010 and has been an SIOR member since 2021. He graduated with honors from both the University of Texas and Texas A&M University-Commerce.

Dunaway is pleased to announce Cristina Criado, PE, as the newest addition to our Dallas team. Cristina joins Dunaway as a Vice President and Principal, bringing with her over three decades of engineering experience as the owner of CRIADO and Associates. As a Principal and Vice President at Dunaway, Cristina will lead strategic initiatives and business development efforts in North Texas to identify opportunities that align with our regional growth plans, in addition to coaching and mentoring.

Range Realty Advisors is pleased to introduce Daniel Batey as their newest Partner, specializing in land brokerage opportunities for single-family, multi-family, industrial, and investment properties in the DFW’s northern market areas. With a strong emphasis on discipline, accountability, and integrity, Daniel not only guides his clients toward their goals but also contributes to the expansion of the DFW market. Over his five-year tenure at Range, Daniel’s exceptional performance has established him as a top producer in the highly competitive North Texas market. Additionally, Daniel demonstrates exceptional leadership qualities and actively seeks opportunities for personal growth and development. It is these qualities that have enabled him to advance into this new role.