M. Wade Allen
President | Broker-in-Charge, Lee & Associates | Charleston
Contact
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Phone: 404-316-4114
Email: WAllen@Lee-Associates.com
As President of Lee & Associates Charleston, Wade is responsible for creating and executing the company business strategy in collaboration with the firm’s Principals and shareholders. The President’s leadership oversight includes recruiting high caliber talent, developing associates to their maximum potential, financial oversight, corporate engagement, managing company legal requirements and growing multiple business lines within defined markets.
Wade is a four-decade veteran of the commercial real estate industry with significant experience in brokerage transactions, facility management, as well as the construction and development of multiple asset types. His career has placed him in multiple markets including Dallas, Atlanta, Charlotte, New York, Boston, Charleston and several international cities. His career roles have included both owner/occupier responsibility and real estate service provider relationship management. He was the Director of Real Estate for The Coca-Cola Company, and his other former employers and clients include Siemens, Truist Bank, Trammell Crow Company, CBRE, Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Iron Mountain and Wells Fargo.
Aside from work, Wade’s multiple leadership roles include responsibilities in the local Charleston area, the state and southeast region. He is very involved and committed to community service. He currently serves and has served many organizations through board appointments including Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA), Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Clemson University, Camp Twin Lakes and LifePark Church. Spending time with his large and growing family is a priority. A huge sports enthusiast and musician, he enjoys participating in numerous sports activities, watching a competitive game and being part of a local band.