Northmarq named a 2025 Influencer in Retail by GlobeSt. for fourth time
MINNEAPOLIS (May 6, 2025) — GlobeSt. has once again named Northmarq a 2025 Influencer in Retail, recognizing the firm for the fourth time for its leadership and innovation in the retail real estate sector.
Northmarq’s Commercial Investment Sales division, now in its fourth decade, completed more than $1.15 billion in retail transactions nationwide in 2024. The firm serves a broad range of clients — from institutional developers to private owners — through strategic advisory, tailored solutions and deep market expertise.
In support of our expanding national platform, Northmarq launched the National Shopping Center Group and National Restaurant Group in late 2024. These teams provide clients with proprietary data, detailed analytics and unrivaled industry connections to drive results in a competitive market.
Retail remains a core focus for Northmarq, with capabilities spanning single-asset and portfolio sales, sale-leasebacks and 1031 exchanges across all retail property types, including single-tenant net lease, unanchored strips and power centers.
Northmarq arms investors with insights through our MarketSnapshot reports and The Top 100: Tenant Expansion Trends report, offering data-driven guidance for confident decision-making.
To date, the firm has closed more than 6,200 retail transactions totaling over $25 billion. Notable 2024 deals include:
- $28.56 million sale of four convenience stores across Washington and Arkansas.
- $12.25 million sale of a Jewel-Osco in Oswego, Illinois.
- Sale of Oregon Trail Center, a 192,298-sq.-ft. shopping center positioned for strategic tenant repositioning.
Spotlight: Ryan Butler and team
Also honored in this year’s recognition is the Tulsa-based team led by Ryan Butler, regional managing director. The team includes Brad Moulder, Anne Perrault, David Annett and Brandon Sherrill.
Since 2008, the team has completed over 800 net lease transactions valued at $4.2 billion. Their recent notable deals include a $62.7 million sale of The Strand Shopping Center in Florida and a $31.58 million BJ’s Wholesale Club transaction in the Northeast.
Beyond dealmaking, Ryan’s team mentors students through local outreach and actively supports nonprofits including the Tulsa Food Bank and Tulsa Day Center, reflecting a commitment to both industry and community impact.
Explore more
- Meet our specialty retail teams: National Shopping Center Group and National Restaurant Group.
- Connect with us at ICSC Las Vegas: Request a meeting.
- Access key market insights: Research & Insights page.
Past Northmarq Retail Influencers:
- Daniel Herrold (2024).
- Jason Maier and Northmarq (2023).
- Stan Johnson Company (2021, 2022).
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