Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Automotive Management Services Inc. selects Ft. Myers location for Porsche- AMSI sees potential and expects rapid rebound for the area!

09-11-08

Dealership to open in 2009

Company sees potential in city, expects rapid rebound.

Another luxury European auto dealer is planning to set up shop in Lee County.

Porsche of Fort Myers is expected to open in the Fall 2009 in a 14,700-square-foot showroom to be built off Daniels Parkway, near the entrance to Interstate 75 in south Fort Myers. The closest Porsche dealership is located in Naples.

The new showroom will add to the wave of high-end auto dealers establishing a presence or expanding existing facilities in the Fort Myers area in the past 18 months. Volvo of Fort Myers opened last September in a building off Colonial Boulevard. Mercedes Benz of Fort Myers and BMW of Fort Myers moved to new, adjacent facilities along U.S. 41, south of Gladiolus Drive in south Fort Myers. Mercedes opened in January 2007 and BMW in March.

The Porsche dealership's owner is Automotive Management Services Inc. of West Palm Beach, which currently has Jaguar, Land Rover and Audi dealerships in Lee County. It also owns Porsche of Naples, along with dealerships for seven other luxury European car makers in Collier County.

AMSI recently completed Phase I of a 30,000-square-foot building on U.S. 41 in Naples that will house its Bentley, Rolls Royce, Bugatti, Maserati, Aston Martin, Jaguar and Land Rover lines. The company's Porsche dealership is located next door.

The company's rationale for expanding into Lee County during this time of economic turmoil is multi-faceted.

"The main reason is - one, both Fort Myers and Naples can support most of the major German makes," said John Harris, managing partner of Naples Luxury Imports, the AMSI subsidiary that controls its Collier County operations. "Secondly, although Fort Myers is just 40 miles from Naples, it could be in a different state during the season. And three, in a down market, the price is always right. We actually see Fort Myers, although it went downstream very quickly, we think it's going to to bounce back very quickly too."

Lee County should continue to attract a significant number of year-round residents and retiring baby boomers, further enhancing its attractiveness, he added.

Porsche owner Allan Parvey of Fort Myers is excited that trips to Naples for service may be coming to an end. He said he's been a customer there for about 10 years.

"It'll be just so much more convenient," he said. "They're one of the best Porsche dealerships around. I've had Porsches for years and they've given me the best treatment and service of anyone I've dealt with. They treat you like you're very important to them as a customer and when you go in for service, they help you promptly. They accommodate you in any way they can."

Construction of the Fort Myers facility, which will be east of I-75 near the Cracker Barrel restaurant, should begin in early 2009 and be completed in time for the debut of Porsche's four-door, four-seat Panamera sedan, that Fall, Harris said.

There will be 25 employees at the dealership when it opens, a number that could rise to about 35.

-The News Press

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Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Principal Managing Director

Email:	scunningham@landqwestcommercial.com
Office Phone:	239-275-4922 ext. 225
Fax:	239-275-4699
Mobile Phone:	239-910-4085

Professional Affiliations/Community Activities: MAI Member of The Appraisal Institute, CCIM Designee of the CCIM Institute, Member of the International Council of Shopping Centers, Florida State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser #RZ300, Florida Licensed Broker.

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Cape Coral Executive Golf Course to reopen October 4th

09-11-08

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Renovations bring golf course up to par

Condominiums will not be there, but an extensively renovated Cape Coral Executive Golf Course will reopen to its members Saturday.

Mike Hayes, owner and operator of the nine-hole course at 1006 S.E. Fourth Place, decided not to have condos built after hearing some protest from neighboring residents.

Longtime members also appreciate Audrey Hopps, the longtime course manager.

"She does all the handicaps, she does the pairings, she does the winners list," Leitch said. "It wouldn't be the same place without her."

"The shop manager, Audrey, is a tremendous plus," Colter added. "She is friendly with everyone. She's a fantastic ambassador."

Hayes said he plans to have a grand opening for the public Oct. 4.

"I think we did the right thing," he said. "We kept it a place for people to come, and I think they will. The course is in excellent condition and will be very challenging."

Longtime members also approve of Hayes' work at the golf course since he took it over eight years ago.

-The News Press

Managing Director

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Principal Managing Director

Email:	scunningham@landqwestcommercial.com
Office Phone:	239-275-4922 ext. 225
Fax:	239-275-4699
Mobile Phone:	239-910-4085

· Corporate Office · 12800 University Drive, Suite 150 · Fort Myers, FL 33907 · (239) 275-4922 · Fax: (239) 275-4699

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Herman-Strackbein opening the first Florida "Keg Steakhouse and Bar" at the Galleria in North Naples

08-29-08

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Herman-Strackbein designs first Florida Keg Steakhouse

Naples' Herman-Strackbein Construction Inc. has completed the 11,000-square-foot renovation of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar at The Galleria at Vanderbilt in North Naples. This first Florida location opened Aug. 18. Herman-Strackbein created an outdoor bar and seating area around an outdoor fireplace, interior split dining room with fireplace, wine cellar and kitchen in what had been the Sanibel Steakhouse.

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Email:	scunningham@landqwestcommercial.com
Office Phone:	239-275-4922 ext. 225
Fax:	239-275-4699
Mobile Phone:	239-910-4085

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Creighton Construction breaks Ground in Cape Coral on Plaza new tenants include Famous Daves, Dunkin Donuts, Pizziolas

08-29-08

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Creighton to break ground on Cape shopping center

Fort Myers based Creighton Construction & Management broke ground Friday on a new shopping center in Cape Coral at 1400 S.W. Pine Island Road. The 30,000-square-foot retail facility will feature the Famous Dave's barbecue restaurant, with spaces for 14 other retailers, including Dunkin Donuts and Pizziolas Italian Restaurant. Construction is scheduled to be complete in December.

-The News Press

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Jack Parker Corporation, based in Ft. Myers adds shops to their Mixed Use Development, Pacifico, in Costa Rica

08-29-08

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Real Estate briefs: Jack Parker Costa Rica development welcomes shops

The Jack Parker Corp., a real estate development company with Florida headquarters in Fort Myers, has added an Auto Mercado Center at Pacifico, the developer's 175-acre, mixed-use residential property in Playas del Coco, Guancaste, Costa Rica.
Pacifico residents now have access to the country's premier grocer and other retailers and service providers.

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Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM
LandQwest Commercial

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM: Commercial Real Estate Agent in Fort Myers, FL

Office: (239) 275-4922 x225

Mobile: (239) 910-4085

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM LandQwest Commercial Managing Principal 12800 University Drive, Suite 150 Fort Myers, FL 33907 Office Phone: 239-275-4922 ext. 225 Mobile Phone: 2

LandQwest Commercial

Our Philosophy

LandQwest Commercial is nationally recognized as being on the forefront of commercial real estate brokerage specialization. Our real estate associates offer clients a solid and broad history of experience in the Southwest Florida and Tampa markets, and each highly trained team member contributes a focused area of expertise tailored to each client’s needs, desires and investment portfolio. At LandQwest Commercial, we take great care and pride in perfectly matching clients and projects with precision and care.

Our Clients

LandQwest Commercial is dedicated to providing its clients high quality services while creating an enjoyable and productive working environment. We are sensitive and responsive to our clients’ needs and devoted to their satisfaction. We strive to be fair, honest, courteous and professional in all our dealings. Our qualified team of commercial real estate specialists will work with you to guarantee successful results.

Our Employees/Agents

LandQwest Commercial is committed to hiring and developing the best specialists in our industry. We are dedicated to providing a working environment which allows each and every employee/agent to have job satisfaction, at the same time meeting the desires of the company to produce the best quality service. Our greatest asset is in our staff; known for their character, commitment, and confidence. Our unyielding attention to detail and relentless pursuit of excellence can be witnessed in every aspect of what we do.

Our Industry

LandQwest Commercial is committed to leading the real estate industry through its integrity, innovation, client satisfaction, and financial strength. We are dedicated to raising the overall standards within the industry and are devoted to maintaining an active profile within industry organizations and associations.

Our Communities

LandQwest Commercial acknowledges its responsibility to the communities where it serves. By our leadership and active participation in community affairs, as well as our economic vitality and quality of service, we can greatly contribute to enhancing the communities in which we are a part.

LandQwest Commercial is committed to excellence in every way, in our work ethic, in the services we provide, and in our relationships with our clients, employees, industries and communities. If your business is looking to expand, relocate, develop, or enter the marketplace, consult with a LandQwest Commercial specialist today to provide prime site opportunities.

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Steve has been actively involved in sales, leasing and consulting services of commercial properties and development sites in Southwest and Central Florida since 1976. As Managing Principal, duties include the strategic planning, leadership, operational analysis and organizational structure of LandQwest Commercial, LLC.

Education

University of Illinois/Bachelor of Science Degree-Finance; Additional course work through The Appraisal Institute, CCIM Institute, Florida Gulf Coast University.

Career Highlights

• Over 30 years real estate experience.
• Former Managing Partner of Grubb & Ellis VIP-D'Alessandro's Division of Valuation and Research.
• Qualified as an expert witness for real estate valuation in State and Federal Court.
• Former Member City of Fort Myers Planning Board.
• Special Magistrate-Value Adjustment Board.
• Expertise in all property types with emphasis on investment sales and land development sites.
• Specialty assignments include Highest and Best Use Studies, Comparative Lease Analysis, Lease Versus Own Analysis, Comparing Ownership and Disposition Alternatives, Valuation and Feasibility Studies, Economic Base Analysis, Gap Analysis.
• Assignment Highlight: Represented buyer of a 142 acre parcel in Sebring, Florida. The buyer purchased the property for $2,850,000. The assignment involved annexing the parcel into the City of Sebring, re-zoning the parcel to PUD allowing 1,136 units and 300,000 square feet of commercial and obtaining land use approval from the Department of Community Affairs. This resulted in the client re-selling the parcel for $9,500,000 within 1 year.

Professional Affiliations/Community Activities

MAI Member of The Appraisal Institute, CCIM Designee of the CCIM Institute, Member of the International Council of Shopping Centers, Florida State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser #RZ300, Florida Licensed Broker.

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

Automotive Management Services Inc. selects Ft. Myers location for Porsche- AMSI sees potential and expects rapid rebound for the area!

Dealership to open in 2009

Cape Coral Executive Golf Course to reopen October 4th

Renovations bring golf course up to par

Herman-Strackbein opening the first Florida "Keg Steakhouse and Bar" at the Galleria in North Naples

Creighton Construction breaks Ground in Cape Coral on Plaza new tenants include Famous Daves, Dunkin Donuts, Pizziolas

Jack Parker Corporation, based in Ft. Myers adds shops to their Mixed Use Development, Pacifico, in Costa Rica

Principal Managing Director Email: scunningham@landqwestcommercial.com Office Phone: 239-275-4922 ext. 225 Fax: 239-275-4699 Mobile Phone: 239-910-4085

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIMLandQwest Commercial

LandQwest Commercial

Our Philosophy

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM

University of Illinois/Bachelor of Science Degree-Finance; Additional course work through The Appraisal Institute, CCIM Institute, Florida Gulf Coast University.

MAI Member of The Appraisal Institute, CCIM Designee of the CCIM Institute, Member of the International Council of Shopping Centers, Florida State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser #RZ300, Florida Licensed Broker.

Principal Managing Director

Email: scunningham@landqwestcommercial.com

Office Phone: 239-275-4922 ext. 225

Fax: 239-275-4699

Mobile Phone: 239-910-4085

Stephen A. Cunningham; MAI, CCIM
LandQwest Commercial