Blake began his commercial real estate career as a site analyst for a regional retail developer. As a site analyst, Blake’s responsibilities included site identification within strategically identified markets, preparing real estate packets for corporate approval, and once approved, working through the due diligence process. This process included working with site engineers, municipalities, and all governing bodies to ensure the project entitlement timeline was strictly adhered to.

Blake has been able to resource this wealth of experience and leverage it on the brokerage side of commercial real estate. He enjoys working with clients to identify sites for development opportunities and utilizing skill sets throughout the permitting process. Blake prides himself on a client-driven focus, which creates opportunities for both developers and investors. As a native of Moore County, Blake maintains strong ties to the community keeping a steady pulse on the commercial real estate market.

Blake is an active member of the Southern Pines Rotary Club, past Sergeant of Arms for the Sandhills Rotary Club, and a member of the Sandhills Cycling Club. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, riding his bike, working on his farm and relaxing by the beach.