Robert Cooper Retail Specialist     rcooper@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

Robert Cooper has based his career as a retail real estate specialist on building relationships. Recognizing that tenants, landlords, developers and investors need not only expertise but the ability to trust and rely on an agent to represent their best interests. Robert has established long-term working relationships with retailers spanning the U.S.

Robert Cooper is meticulous about providing the most timely and accurate market information available to his clientele. He is also proficient in assembling site information, competition analysis, demographic profiles and market penetration studies that are vital in today’s ever-changing retail environment. His ability to use that information to accomplish a client’s goals is equally important. Robert’s network of relationships with decision makers on both a local and national level ensures that tenants have the best representation available.

A flair for focusing on the individual and unique needs of a broad range of clientele has led Robert to specialize in the area of tenant representation. Clients such as Target, IKEA, and Kohl’s have relied upon his abilities to execute complicated assemblages required for their expansions. He has handled site selection and property disposition on an exclusive basis for such well-known names as Target, Fred Meyer, IKEA, Sav-On Drug, Les Schwab Tire, Factory 2 U, Fleming Foods, Rite Aid Drug, Lowe’s, PetsMart, CompUSA, Shepler’s Western Wear, Staples, Office Depot, Linens ‘N Things, Stein Mart, Albertsons, Smiths Food & Drug, McDonalds, Wells Fargo and Home Depot. Robert’s familiarity and knowledge of markets throughout the West have led tenants such as Lowe’s Home Improvement, PetsMart, Rite Aid and Fred Meyer to entrust him with site selection in multiple states.

Robert’s expertise also extends into the specialty of investment property acquisition and sales. From sales to small individual investors up to the disposition of large scale retail portfolios, he is skilled at accomplishing the investment criteria of a diverse clientele.

Consistently ranked as one of the Retail Industries top performers, Robert was honored by the Board of Realtors for the State of Utah with its Salesperson of the Year award.

Taylor DeBry Retail Specialist     tdebry@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

Taylor has based a successful real estate career upon two fundamental elements. One, provide his clients the best service possible, and two, build long-term relationships with those clients whether they are Tenants, Landlords, or Investors. "To provide the best service it’s important to truly listen to your clients, understand their specific requirements, and provide them with the tools they need to accomplish their goals and fulfill their needs. Accurate and timely information is the key to a client’s ability to make the prudent decision," he says. Taylor’s clients have learned not only to trust the information he provides them, but also to rely on his ability to represent their best interests.

A graduate of the University of Utah, Taylor’s degree and background in finance are an added enhancement to his career in real estate. His ability to understand the fiscal capabilities and requirements of his clients has proved invaluable in pinpointing valid real estate options and expediting the decision making process.

Taylor’s financial background has also been a value added component to his clients in the acquisition of investment and development properties. He is able to handle the investment and development criteria of a diverse clientele and properties ranging from small single tenant buildings to large scale regional retail shopping centers.

Since 1994, Taylor has worked and ranked among the industries top performing brokers. Throughout his career Taylor has focused his attention on Tenant Representation, Acquisition and Disposition of properties, and Investment Sales. Taylor has handled site selection and represented national chains such as Blockbuster Video, Tuesday Morning, Dollar Tree, Sonic Restaurants, Payless Shoes, Radio Shack, Schlotzsky’s Deli, Papa John’s Pizza and Village Inn, PetsMart and Wendy’s.

In addition to site acquisition for national retailers, Taylor and his team have handled the disposition of real estate and facilities for Target, Albertson’s, ShopKo, Petsmart, Linens N’ Things, Rite Aid, Wells Fargo, Fred Meyer, Smith’s, and many local Landlords and Developers.

Matt Harlin Retail Specialist     mharlin@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

Brad Butler  Retail Specialist     bbutler@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

Brad Butler joined the team of retail specialists at Professional Brokers after graduating from the University of Utah and a career in health services management. As a business professional and an actively involved student at the "U of U" Brad has utilized his ability to create working relationships with a wide variety of individuals. This ability coupled with a support team of industry leaders has given Brad the capacity to provide excellent service to his clients.

Brad is resolute in his effort to gain the trust of those he works for. His services comprise of tenant and landlord representation and acquisition and disposition of retail properties. His work ethic and ability to provide accurate and timely information are attributes his colleagues and clients have come to depend on.

Kris Brady Retail Specialist     kbrady@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

Before joining the team of Retail Specialists at Professional Brokers Kris Brady accumulated a well rounded background working in Commercial Construction, Mortgage Finance and Property Management. His passion for the industry brought him to Professional Brokers and that passion is evident in the service provided to his clients.

Backed by Professional Brokers comprehensive retail, land and development experience, Kris has built strong relationships with numerous Landlords, Developers, Investors, and tenants across the Intermountain West.

As a student of Economics at the University of Utah, Kris has learned to evaluate statistical trends, understand consumer growth patterns, and forecast business cycles for individual firms. Kris comprehends the resources at his disposal and is able to get accurate information to his clients in a timely manner. Kris believes that hard work, great communication, and a desire to fulfill the client needs will earn lasting relationships.

Christy Cooper Principal Broker    christy@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

Christy Cooper is a skilled residential Real Estate agent who brings a 17-year career in sales and an expertise in customer service to the Salt Lake area Marketplace. Christy has been associated with the Salt Lake Real Estate industry directly and indirectly for the past 16 years.

Christy has spent the last eighteen years residing in Salt Lake City. She is heavily involved in the local community and with youth development programs. Christy is an instrumental leader in a number of non-profit organizations and is a volunteer at her children’s school.

Christy has a special flair for networking and is a skilled communicator specializing in customer relations. Her past and current experiences enable her to provide the best services available. Christy is a graduate of Stringham Real Estate School and continues to educate herself by attending seminars and classes to provide her clients the most up to date information regarding the industry.

Christy draws on her vast experience in customer service to provide her clients a unique and attractive representation. Her proficiency in accessing the residential and investment marketplace while aggressively marketing a client’s interests is unparalleled. Her primary goal is to provide service in an honest and sincere manner, making the transition of buying or selling a property a pleasant experience. Christy’s ability in creating a high comfort level with clients enables her to develop win-win relationships. These are the foundations on which she services her client’s needs and continues to build a successful Residential Real Estate career.

Doug Dautel GIS & Graphic Design     doug@probrokers.com     (801) 266-1333

As the Director of Information Services at Professional Brokers, Doug has focused his talents on servicing the diverse needs of National Retailers.

Doug’s advanced techniques in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Graphic Design have given him the ability to provide a new level of market and site analysis in the Commercial Real Estate industry. Helping clients visualize their competition and demographic trends has made the decision making process easier than ever.