Michael Battey, Recognized by BestAgents.us as a 2024 Top Agent
Michael’s Expertise and Experience Enhance Franklin Street’s Retail Leasing Division
Born into a military family, Michael has led a life filled with diverse experiences, from living in Germany and Korea to graduating high school in Maine in 1998. His journey has now led him to become a licensed real estate broker and retail leasing expert, specializing in landlord and tenant leasing throughout Central Florida.
As the Director of Retail Leasing at Franklin Street in Orlando, Florida, Michael is dedicated to assisting owners of shopping centers and other retail properties in maximizing their investments by securing high-quality tenants. Additionally, he represents retail users in securing commercial space that aligns with their real estate strategy and business goals.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Government from the University of Florida, Michael brings over 15 years of experience in the Central Florida retail market to the Franklin Street team. His career in commercial real estate began with CBRE in 2006, where he worked with major retailers such as Five Guys, Countrywide Home Mortgage, Charles Schwab, and 7-Eleven. He also collaborated with regional and institutional owners and developers, including TIAA CREF, TC Met, and Invesco. Michael has represented numerous financial institutions on both the buyer and seller sides, such as RBC Centura, PNC Bank, Regions/Amsouth Bank, CenterState Bank, BB&T, and TD Bank. His expertise extends to Partial Asset Dispositions (PAD) assignments as well.
After over a decade with CBRE, Michael transitioned to Harbert Realty Services as the Director of Retail Leasing and Sales for Central Florida, where he played a key role in establishing the company’s presence as a full-service commercial office in Orlando.
Since joining Franklin Street in June 2021, Michael has continued to excel in facilitating transactions and exploring opportunities in property development. He attributes his success to the support of his mentor, wife, and parents, all of whom have been instrumental in his professional growth.
Beyond his work in real estate, Michael enjoys cooking, having previously worked as a chef, as well as engaging in painting, drawing, and playing basketball. He values spending quality time with his wife and cherishes the balance between his professional and personal life.
Learn More about Michael Battey:
Through his Best Agent’s profile, https://bestagents.us/profile?agent=2122408 or through Franklin Street, https://franklinst.com/user_profile/michael-battey/
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