Agent Details
- EMAIL: [email protected]
Meet Gene
With over four decades of experience, Gene McKnight is an expert in investment sales and tenant & landlord representation across multiple asset classes, including multifamily, retail, office, industrial, hospitality, and land sales. He has successfully partnered with leading corporations, private firms, and individual investors, providing strategic solutions and closing high-value transactions including single-tenant NNN investment-grade properties throughout the U.S.
Professional Experience
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Grubb & Ellis (Now Newmark) (1985–1992)
Started real estate career focusing on Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. -
Pacifica Commercial Realty (1992–2005)
Vice President and key player in successful regional transactions. -
McKnight Commercial Real Estate & Investments (2005–Present)
Founder, specializing in commercial real estate investments and strategic advisory.
Industry & Civic Leadership
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Board of Directors, Santa Barbara Downtown Organization (Officer & President, 2004–2015)
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City of Santa Barbara Downtown Parking Advisory Committee (12+ years of service)
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Member, International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) (Since 1992)
Education & Recognition
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Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
Graduate and former student-athlete on the tennis team. -
South Coast Business Times
Recognized annually as a Deal Maker in commercial real estate.
