Member Press Release

Daniel Fernitz Joins Bradford Allen as Executive Managing Director of Agency Services

Chicago, IL October 2017 – Jeffrey Bernstein and Laurence Elbaum, Co-founders of Bradford Allen are pleased to announce that Daniel Fernitz is joining the firm as Executive Managing Director of Agency Services. Fernitz has 30+ years of experience in the commercial real estate industry will be responsible for overseeing and growing the firms’ Agency Services Division.

Fernitz joins Bradford Allen from Jones Lang LaSalle where he managed the suburban Chicago leasing team for the last 13 years and was directly responsible for growing their office leasing portfolio from 1.5 million to 10 million square feet. Prior to his tenure at JLL, Fernitz was a Principal with 1st United Realty, Director of Leasing at Klaff Realty, L.P., and held a senior management role at The Ross Group/Ross Berger in Chicago. Fernitz earned a B.S. in business administration with a concentration in real estate from the University of Arizona.  

“Dan’s experience, leadership, and established industry relationships will be a tremendous addition to our agency services division,” said Elbaum. “Jeff and I are thrilled that Dan decided to join Bradford Allen. This is a true milestone in the growth and maturity of our firm.”

"I'm excited to be joining Bradford Allen for many reasons,” said Fernitz. “Their platform, culture and entrepreneurial spirit are a wonderful mix that promises to bring positive results to our clients and team."