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Boston Science Technology and Emerging Markets (STEM)

A collaborative group of sector experts providing real estate consultancy. Based in the heart of the biotechnology industry, our STEM team stands ready to partner with clients on their research, development, and cGMP requirements. Using a data-driven and research-focused approach combined with deep industry relationships and experience, we deliver tailored solutions that cater to the unique needs of each client. 

The Boston STEM team is a member of Cushman & Wakefield's National Life Sciences Practice Group. This globally diverse network delivers integrated solutions to investors, developers, and occupiers of life sciences real estate. Strategically positioned in major life sciences hub markets across the country, our experienced teams offer comprehensive coverage where innovation thrives. We build global connections, foster a culture of collaboration, and leverage cutting-edge data and research to meet our clients’ ever-evolving needs, wherever they want to be. With expertise in all areas of life sciences real estate, from site selection and lease negotiation to property and project management, we proudly partner with our clients in their mission to make the world a better place.

 

 

 

The ADVISORY TEAM

Duncan Gratton Boston Executive Director
Duncan Gratton

Executive Managing Director
Boston, United States


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Herbert Ted Lyon Boston Executive Managing Director
Ted Lyon

Executive Managing Director
Boston, United States


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Chris Walsh
Christopher Walsh

Executive Director
Boston, United States


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Michael Weiss - Boston
Michael Weiss

Executive Director
Boston, United States


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Joe Pearce

Managing Director
Boston, United States


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David Thomann Senior Associate Boston
David Thomann

Managing Director
Boston, United States


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Steven Pesapane
Steven Pesapane

Director
Boston, United States


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Grey Gettleman
Grey Gettleman

Senior Associate
Boston, United States


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Jet Kollie
Jethro Kollie

Associate
Boston, United States


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MAddie Hamilton
Maddison Hamilton

Associate
Boston, United States


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The PDS Team

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Jason D'Orlando

Executive Managing Director, Project & Development Services
Raleigh, United States


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Ryan Ennis
Ryan Ennis

Sr. Managing Director, Life & Technology Science, Project & Development Services
Raleigh, United States


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Bill Hannula
Bill Hannula

Director, Life Sciences
Boston, United States


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The Capital Markets Team

David Pergola Boston
Dave Pergola

Vice Chairman
Boston, United States


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Brian Doherty Boston
Brian Doherty

Vice Chairman
Boston, United States


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The Total Workplace Team

Kelly Mann
Kelly Mann

Director, Total Workplace
Boston, United States


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The Finance Team

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Jim Duane

Finance Manager
Boston, United States


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The Asset Services Team

Bruce Clifford Senior Managing Director
Bruce Clifford

SMD, Asset Services
Boston, United States


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The Lease Administration Team

Deanne Munger -Boston
Deanne Munger

Managing Director
Boston, United States


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The V&A Team

Rob Maloney
Robert Maloney

Executive Director
Boston, United States


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Recent Tenant Advisory Transactions

Cambridgeside Place
Cambridgeside Place

Property Address: 100 Cambridgeside Place, Cambridge, MA
Size: 170,000 sf
Client: SmartLabs

Kendall
Kendall Street

Property Address: 585 Kendall Street, Cambridge, MA
Size: 600,000 sf
Client: Takeda

Pleasant St
Pleasant Street

Property Address: 64 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA
Size: 50,000 sf
Client: Via Separations

Mission Blvd
Mission Bay

Property Address: 455 Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA
Size: 15,000 sf
Client: CRISPR Tx.

Servier Pharmaceuticals
Sleeper Sreet

Property Address: 51 Sleeper Street, Boston
Size: 20,000 sf
Client: Servier Pharmaceuticals

Wyman Street
Wyman Street

Property Address: 225 Wyman Street, Waltham
Size: 140,000 sf
Client: CSL Seqirus

Recent Landlord & Sublandlord Advisory Transactions

101 South Street
101 South Street

Property Address: 101 South Street, Somerville
Size: 200,000 sf
Client: DLJ/Leggat McCall Properties

640 Memorial Drive
640 Memorial Drive

Property Address: 640 Memorial Drive, Cambridge
Size: 100,000 sf
Client: Sumitomo Pharma America

805 Middlesex
805 Middlesex

Property Address: 805 Middlesex, Billerica
Size: 60,000 sf
Client: CearMotion

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