As Portfolio Solutions East Director, Chad Galayda provides strategic direction for the Portfolio Solutions business while supporting market leaders and tenant rep teams on all corporate occupier initiatives throughout the East Region. Chad works closely with the firm’s professionals to develop customized solutions for occupier clients, both for portfolios and large strategic transactions. Prior to his current role, Chad was the Director of Brokerage Operations in Chicago, responsible for growth, strategic planning, talent acquisition and talent development. Throughout his career, Chad has focused on office and industrial tenant representation, account management and business development across multiple markets. Chad’s experience also includes portfolio strategy, transaction and project management and real estate finance.