A&G Real Estate Partners Promotes Douglas Bennett to Principal

Bennett's Innovative Reporting Systems Have Helped A&G Become Recognized as a Leader In Real Estate Solutions for Retailers

NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A&G Real Estate Partners, a national real estate advisory firm specializing in lease optimization and real estate sales, today announced the promotion of Douglas Bennett to Principal. Since joining A&G during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic five years ago, he has led the Financial Reporting & Property Analysis Group, playing a key role in revolutionizing the company's reporting systems and setting the foundation for success in an unprecedented era for the retail and real estate sectors.

"His ability to build a reporting system and team from the ground up in 2020 allowed us to not only keep pace with the 17,000 leases we negotiated, but to distinguish ourselves as clear leaders in the industry," said Emilio Amendola, Co-President of A&G. "Doug's work ethic, industry knowledge and passion were instrumental in allowing A&G to service all 60 of our clients during the most challenging time in retail history."

During his tenure at A&G, Doug has developed groundbreaking systems for project tracking and reporting which have set A&G apart. His strategic insights regarding portfolio optimization helped deliver over $4 billion in occupancy cost savings for clients. He has also built analytical models for new store growth efforts for a variety of retail sectors, from clothing and home goods, to restaurants and jewelry chains.

"He's garnered the respect of our clients' executive teams while securing their trust. We look forward to his continued success in this new role," said Andy Graiser, Co-President of A&G. "Doug's well-deserved promotion is a testament to his business acumen and dedication to our clients."

Doug previously served as Vice President of Business Analytics and Strategy at Ashley Furniture Industries, where he led analytics initiatives and enhanced operations across the $10 billion vertically integrated business. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in financial economics and mathematics from the University of Rochester and earned an MBA in finance and strategy from Simon Business School.

About A&G Real Estate Partners:
Established in 2012 by founders Emilio Amendola and Andrew Graiser, A&G is a team of relationship builders, strategic negotiators, and brand protectors dedicated to achieving maximum value for all clients. We are proud to manage the entire commercial real estate spectrum, including property assets undergoing acquisition, auction, retail, office, and industrial transactions. Our goal is to exceed client expectations by maximizing their value, minimizing their loss, and protecting their brand heritage. For more information, visit www.agrep.com

SOURCE A&G Real Estate Partners