Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today that Debra Franklin of the company’s Miami office has been promoted to First Vice President Investments, according to Scott Lunine, Regional Manager. Previously, Franklin held the position of Vice President Investments. “Franklin has been an extremely successful investment real estate broker, and she is a born leader in our office,” says Lunine.

Debra Franklin is an investment sales professional, specializing in net leased assets throughout the U.S. with a unique focus in the quick service restaurant space and a passion for the franchise community. “Six years ago I was uncertain what this second career in brokerage could become. I quickly discovered that commitment, discipline, patience, adaptability and finding like-minded partners, you can begin again and sometimes even change the game. I am thankful to Marcus & Millichap for giving this long-term corporate employee an opportunity.” says Franklin.

Franklin is an enthusiastic member of ICSC, has earned the Sales Achievement Award consistently since 2016 and was recognized in 2019 as one of the Top Ten Performers in the Miami office. Prior to joining Marcus & Millichap, Franklin held positions in Asset Management, Real Estate/Development and Finance with Burger King Corporation during a career that expanded more than 25 years, ultimately responsible for maintaining and maximizing the value of their real estate portfolio in the southeast valued at more than $400 Million. Debra has established many meaningful and trustworthy relationships during her extensive career in commercial real estate. Debra’s favorite quote heard at a recent Restaurant Finance & Development Conference “MAKE SURE YOU MATTER TO THOSE WHO MATTER.”

About Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI)

With over 2,000 investment sales and financing professionals located throughout the United States and Canada, Marcus & Millichap is a leading specialist in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services. Founded in 1971, the firm closed 9,726 transactions in 2019 with a value of approximately $50 billion. Marcus & Millichap has perfected a powerful system for marketing properties that combines investment specialization, local market expertise, the industry’s most comprehensive research, state-of-the-art technology, and relationships with the largest pool of qualified investors. To learn more, please visit: www.MarcusMillichap.com.