Selected client references (2007-2008) representing a range of real estate sourcing challenges:
“With Mark’s knowledgeable guidance, in a matter of 4 weeks, he had our business in a new home. Mark patiently kept me informed of what needed doing now, tomorrow and before we could close. I’d highly recommend Mark for all your leasing needs, whether it be office or retail, local or international, Mr. Kolke will be the first one we call.” – Todd Bosworth, Petra Exploration Services Ltd.
Solana Resources Limited http://solanaresources.com needed to relocate offices in advance of its lease expiry to meet needs for growth. We called our agent Mark Kolke of MaxComm Realty Advisors Inc. to help us find new premises and, once done, to find someone to take over the great premises he had found us less than two years ago. Mark knew of some space that, as he expected, turned out to be perfect for our taste, budget and image - then he found someone to take on an assignment of our remaining term. In two months, two transactions, two moves, two happy clients. We have now done four transactions with Mark and intend to use him again the next time he have a requirement for office premises. - J. Scott Price, Pres. & CEO, Solana Resources Limited
'When Schlumberger and High Arctic Energy Services Inc. created a joint venture, Optimal Pressure Drilling Services Inc., http://optimalpressure.com , one of my responsiblities was to secure premises for head office and administrative purposes in Calgary. I called on the expertise of Mark Kolke of MaxComm Realty Advisors to bring me up to speed on the market, help us vet suitable locations and negotiate a transaction which would meet our immediate and long term needs. Mark helped us every step of the way, introduced us to resources we needed and left us feeling well served from start to finish. We happily recommend Mark Kolke and would gladly use him again when we have a Calgary commercial property need.' - Simon Batchup, Managing Director, Optimal Pressure Drilling Services Inc.
“We approached Mark Kolke to find our company [ http://www.tokerassociates.com ] some new space, better aligned with our high-end brand. Despite a landlord’s market, Mark found us several viable options. Mark put our interests above others, and negotiated on our behalf. We have recently moved into our new downtown space, and would highly recommend Mark to other tenants.” - Eric Toker, Principal, Toker + Associates Architecture Industrial Design
'While our company http://www.wfscorp.com has operated in Canada for a long time, our first formal office lease presented some problems. We had very tight criteria in terms of location, suite size and time to get the deal done. Mark Kolke helped us navigate these challenges with thoroughness as well as assisting us with lease document negotiations with our head office legal counsel. This was not a large transaction for us, but an important one made easier because our agent focused on each next step and did not drop the ball.' - Gordon Berturelli, Sr. Vice President, World Fuel Services Inc.
'I've used Mark Kolke's services over a long time. Prior to starting Tasman Investments Inc., a property owner and development company, http://tasmaninvestments.com I operated a diverse portfolio of properties. Mark handled several acquisitions, acted for me as a listing agent and, representing tenants, he brought me some extraordinary transactions which we successfully completed. Mark is a consummate professional, a stickler for thorough documentation and hard negotiator. At Trez Capital we are using Mark's services on some projects and, again, are very pleased with his services.' - Barry Brovender, President, Tasman Investments Inc.
'When National Home Warranty http://www.nationalhomewarranty.com and our sister firm J. Folk Assoc. http://www.jfolk.com outgrew our Calgary office space we enlisted the help of Mark Kolke to represent us. Mark found a 'perfect fit' for us in short order. He helped us negotiate the deal and followed up with every piece of paper, which seemed endless, as we completed the transaction and moved. I found his services to be very prompt and professional and would recommend him without hesitation.' - Darcy Bruns, Director of Inspections - Prairie Region, National Home Warranty Programs Ltd.
'Mark Kolke helped us relocate our http://www.commoditycycle.com offices during a time when Calgary market rents were spiking and available offices of the size we required were scarce. A year later the building had changed hands; Mark advised us through the renewal process and ended up negotiating a new longer term deal that better suited our needs. We were extremely pleased with the outcome of Mark’s efforts and look forward to working with him again in the future for our commercial real estate needs.' - Duncan Robertson, Managing Partner, SBM Inc.
“Mark Kolke was a great fit for us as we struggled to find a new office space for our accounting firm in a very tight and pricey market. Mark researched all of the available options and ending up finding something unconventional. Rather than having to relocate to a smaller office suite, Mark found us an office sharing arrangement with another accounting firm, in a newly renovated building. We now have a location, and 'roommates' that we are very happy with. We highly recommend Mark’s services and intend on referring him to our clients. There is no doubt that we will use Mark the next time we have a requirement.” - Steve Rudkowski CA, Hunt - Rudkowski Chartered Accountants
'When True North Mortgage http://truenorthmortgage.ca needed its first bricks-and-mortar location, I engaged the services of MaxComm Realty Advisors to find a location and negotiate the transaction. I found Mark Kolke's services to be thorough, professional and effective. Anyone can find space but Mark believes in 'representation'. Mark has stayed in regular contact. I rely on his reports to keep me up to speed on the Calgary market. When it was time to secure our second location there was no question who I should call. Mark has again met our needs and exceeded our expectations by attending to details and advocating for our interests. He communicates promptly and effectively. We intend to used Mark's services for our next location. I recommend him without hesitation.' -Daniel Eisner, President, True North Mortgage
"Mark Kolke handled our http://servicemanagementart.com office space search and lease negotiation for our current premises. I found him highly responsive and very helpful coaching me as we went through a process that was new for me. I found Mark's services to be timely, responsive and thoroughly professional, plus, we had fun doing it. I recommend him highly." - Peter Lijnse, President, Service Management Art Inc.
"Having an advisor like Mark is something I value. I find him an accessible straight shooter. We http://www.clearviewplumbing.ca had some challenges with an investment property we acquired. Mark Kolke helped us un-maze a maze of leases overdue for renewal and counseled in the selection of a property manager/asset manager. We learned a lot in short order. I found Mark to be thorough, professional and good humoured through a challenging process. " - Kyle Lumsden, Gen. Mgr., Clearview, the Punctual Plumber
"When we went searching for office space we could have done it ourselves because RealtyEdge http://www.realtyedgegroup.ca is a real estate brokerage - but our focus in property management. We needed an office leasing specialist. Mark Kolke helped us see everything available within our budget and location requirements, negotiated the deal and helped us navigate unfamiliar waters. He was superb to deal with, made sure thatwe were sure, and helped us understand the leasing market. We recommend him! " - Elaine Krug, President/Broker, RealtyEdge Group Inc.
Mark Kolke, Realtor™, Associate under contract to MaxWell South Star Realty