James A. Martin Jr. - Associate

Jim has been leasing, selling, and forming buying syndications within Calgary's core for 14 years. His clients include Pembina Pipeline Corporation, Shaw Communications, C-1 Energy, Cavalier Land, GEDCO, IAG & SYMANTEC. His services include lease renegotiation, relocation and all facets of disposition.

Direct: (403) 252-8260
Or (403) 802-6766 ex 228

Brett Isaacs, Ph.D. - Director of Market Research, Associate

Prior to joining Avenue Commercial in September of 2006, Brett taught International Finance, Money and Banking, Industrial Organization and Microeconomic Theory at Simon Fraser University. His primary research focused on the market penetration and expansion strategies of quick-service restaurant chains and the like. Brett performs market research for the company as well as commercial property sales/leasing and business brokerage.

Direct: (403) 802-6766 ex 242
Cell:  (403) 803-5470

Kael Smith - Associate

Kael Smith joined the Avenue Team in May 2007 as a licensed assistant and has now transitioned to sales associate.  During his time at Avenue Commercial, Kael has participated in several business brokerage listings & transactions;  small to medium retail, industrial and office transactions; and investment sales.  Kael has several years experience as a real estate investor, and continues to invest personally in our dynamic market.  Kael draws upon his years of experience as an owner of several successful small businesses and is a seasoned veteran in the sales, marketing and negotiating arena. 

Direct (403) 802-6766 ex 252

Brian Sugden - Sales Assistant

Brian brings a wealth of knowledge to his position as the Sales Assistant for Avenue Commercial... His background includes experience as a Residential/Commercial Realtor, Business Owner, Investment Property Owner and Landlord. Brian works closely with sales team on the marketing of the Industrial, Office, and Retail projects. Through his education and negotiation skills he is able to provide great value to all his clients. Brian is available to help you with all of your Real Estate needs

(403) 802-6766 ext.246
(403) 829-2669 cell

Avenue Commercial - Business Brokers Division

Avenue Commercial's Business Brokers Division specializes in the buying and selling of businesses - the right way. Whether your business is independently owned or part of a national franchise, we can help you get maximum value for your years of hard work. We give the personalized attention needed to understand your business. We have the marketing experience and know-how to attract qualified, capable buyers for your business. By taking advantage of our services you keep your attention focused where it creates the most value - operating and growing your business. If you feel we can be of service to you we would be pleased to hear from you. Rest assured, Avenue's Business Brokers Division operates in the strictest of confidence.
Call us today for a FREE Consultation.

Services available include:

• Free assessments for business owners, including providing the owner with our opinion of how to price the business for sale.

• Business Marketing Services, including analyzing the financial records, creating and packaging the marketing materials, confidentially system implementation and management, advertising and promotion, buyer search activities, buyer interviewing and qualification, management of the Letter Of Intent/Offer To Purchase process, coordination of the due diligence activities, management of the closing and disbursal of the sale proceeds.
  
  
• Assisting entrepreneurs (buyers) who are considering buying a business, to help the buyer know if the asking price is a fair market value.
  
  
• Coordination of the entire acquisition process, including working with the lawyers, accountants, creditors, lenders, and other advisors involved with all the parties.
  
  
• Acquisition search services for buyers, including providing information to buyers on business opportunities available from our present inventory of businesses for sale, and on the many pending listings.
  
  
• Timing. Deciding when to sell your business is very important. We can help you decide if now is the right time to sell and help you determine what should be done to prepare your business for sale, to attracting buyers from throughout the world.
  
  
• Achieving your goals.
  Our primary goal is to manage each sale so that all parties are satisfied, comfortable, and confident that the transaction accomplishes their needs and objectives.

Confidentiality and Non-Circumvention Agreement