Brett Thorne*
SP – Brokerage Sales Rep
Lic. *Sales Representative
Professional Experience
Associated Office
Brett Thorne is an Associate at CBRE’s Toronto West office with a focus on investment grade acquisitions and dispositions in the Greater Toronto Area and in markets across Ontario.
Brett’s journey to real estate began at Michigan Technological University, where he studied finance and played Division 1 hockey. His drive and determination earned him the title of American-Krampade Scholar Athlete and provided him with the honor of being named Captain of the school’s hockey team. Prior to joining CBRE Brett managed over $2 million in assets for his school's pension fund, with a focus on maximizing value. This experience led him to join the TW Capital Market’s Team upon completion of his degree and hockey career.
Brett joined CBRE in 2023 and has quickly transitioned into the role of sales representative on a team with extremely deep market knowledge, vast experience, and a proven track record. Brett’s time at CBRE has allowed him to expand his market knowledge, analyze trends, collaborate with industry professionals, and forge relationships built on trust, transparency, and consistency.
Brett brings a fresh, innovative approach to the industry, treating every deal with the utmost care and dedication. His clients can expect transparent communication and an unwavering commitment to their satisfaction. Brett strives to fully understand how an individual creates value and to increase that value long term. In turn, building long-lasting relationships and exceeding expectations for those seeking success in commercial real estate.
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With over 80 years of combined commercial real estate experience at CBRE, the team of Tim Pacaud, Scott MacKenzie, Jordan Lunan, and Brett Thorne specialize in a variety of asset classes in suburban markets across Ontario. With unique insight and access to private, public and institutional capital sources, our team is well equipped to handle almost any requirement and craft a vision to take advantage of current market conditions.
Since 2018 the Toronto West Capital Markets Team has sold over $2.4 billion in sale transaction volume, representing over 13 million square feet of space. This included high profile sales of the Parkway Place office complex and the Apotex Sale-Leaseback Portfolio.
We Represent Private Capital
With roots dating back to 1985, the TW Capital Markets Team has accumulated a national network of over 1,500 active Private Investors. We have extensive experience dealing with this buyer segment and understand the mindset of today’s Private Investor. The depth of our network enables our team to ensure maximum market exposure and credibility within the Private Capital community.
We Represent Institutional and Public Funds
The TW Capital Markets Team has represented Institutions, Pension Fund/Advisors, and REITS in both the acquisition and disposition of investment grade properties of all types and sizes. Over the years, we have developed a proven marketing process, for on and off-market trades, to reach not only the widest number of prospective buyers but to ensure that we find the right buyer for each opportunity.
We Represent Foreign Investors
We have relationships throughout the CBRE Capital Markets network and have represented foreign buyers and sellers for transactions of scale in a variety of assets classes. Our experience includes dealing with cross border multi-market portfolio offerings and representing foreign private and institutional capital sources on the buy and sale side.
With our robust network of active capital sources, unparalleled investment market knowledge, and a proven marketing and transaction process – the Toronto West Capital Markets Team is well-equipped to manage your investment real estate needs.
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