Plasencia Group Announces the Addition of Chris Plasencia, VP
Tampa, FL - October 10, 2014 - Chris Plasencia has joined The Plasencia Group ("TPG") as a Vice President in the company's Tampa, Florida office. Mr. Plasencia's primary focus will be investment sales of full-service and resort properties. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Plasencia practiced law for several years in the commercial real estate practice group of Squire Patton Boggs. There, he gained significant experience in the negotiation and execution of a wide spectrum of commercial real estate transactions across the country, including the sales and financings of a number of hotel and resort properties.
"I am very excited to begin the next chapter of my career working alongside my family and the rest of the team at TPG," said Chris. "I look forward to adding the perspective of a practicing real estate attorney to the diverse set of skills that already exists."
Mr. Plasencia received his law degree from the Fredric G. Levin College of Law at the University of Florida and a Master's degree in real estate, also from the University of Florida. He received a Bachelor's degree in history from Duke University. Mr. Plasencia also brings experience in hotel operations to the firm, having previously worked in the hospitality industry with Marriott International.
"Chris brings a wealth of real estate structuring and hospitality experience to the firm," commented Lou Plasencia, Chairman and CEO. "Coming from one of the largest law firms in the world, he also adds a level of discipline and strategic thinking that will be of great benefit to the company as well as our clients and partners. We are honored that he has joined us."
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