Stuart Duffin of NAI Southcoast awarded CLS designation

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Stuart Duffin, a sales associate with NAI Southcoast, was officially recognized by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) as a Certified Leasing Specialist on May 18.

The designation reflects the high standards and expertise that are required on a day-to-day basis to be a successful shopping center professional.

Founded in 1994, the CLS program was designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance and designate those who demonstrate knowledge essential to the practices of shopping center leasing. The CLS certification is designed to set the individual apart from other professionals and establishes them as a leader in their field. CLS designees must have at least four years of experience in shopping center leasing and pass a comprehensive exam.

The CLS designation is in addition to the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation Duffin has previously been awarded.

14,200 SF Office/Warehouse Space Sold in Stuart

NAI Southcoast sold a 14,200-square-foot freestanding building located at 2951 Dominica Terrace in Stuart May 11, 2012. The property, located off U.S. 1 in Stuart’s industrial area, was sold by WGTJ, Inc. to Quorum Marine & Electronics, Inc. for $675,000.

Boyd Bradfield and Stuart Duffin of NAI Southcoast brokered the sale after navigating an extensive short sale process that involved negotiating with two lenders Bank Atlantic and SBA. Daniel Haggerty of Mariner Title was instrumental in his work to complete the sale.

“It was a long process but everyone was very professional in working towards the common goal of getting this closed,” Duffin said.

Quorum Marine & Electronics, Inc. also known as Ocean Breeze, is a 20-year-old, Stuart-based business that manufactures marine-grade industrial and commercial A/C systems. Co-owner Carolyn Baruch said the company plans to buy new equipment and expand its staff in the near future.