Newmark Knight Frank Becomes Official Commercial Real Estate Partner Of WNBA
Published on June 15, 2010 under Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) News Release
The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and Newmark Knight Frank announced a new partnership agreement that makes the firm -the largest independent real estate services firm in the world-the first Official Commercial Real Estate partner in league history.
"We are excited to join a leading company such as Newmark Knight Frank in a partnership that allows their brand to connect with our teams and fans," said WNBA President Donna Orender. "As the WNBA continues its momentum into the 2010 season, we look forward to doing great business together nationwide."
Newmark Knight Frank-best known for its comprehensive real estate solutions to many of the most prominent corporations, property owners, investors, and developers across the globe-will serve as the Official Commercial Real Estate Advisor for the WNBA. "We are thrilled to support professional women's sports and partner with the WNBA," said Barry Gosin, CEO of Newmark Knight Frank.
About Newmark Knight Frank Newmark Knight Frank is one of the largest independent real estate service firms in the world. Headquartered in New York, Newmark Knight Frank and London-based partner Knight Frank operate from over 200 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents. Last year, transactions were valued at more than $32 billion with annual revenues of over $811 million. With a combined staff of more than 6,300, this major force in real estate is meeting the local and global needs of owners, tenants, investors and developers worldwide. For further information, visit www.newmarkkf.com.
About WNBA The WNBA is a unique global sports property combining competition, sportsmanship, and entertainment value with its status as an icon for social change, achievement, and diversity. Now in its 14th season, the WNBA features 12 teams and is the most successful women's professional team sports league in the world. Following a 2009 campaign that saw regular season attendance increase for the third consecutive year and increased viewership on ESPN2 for the second straight summer, the 2010 season tipped off with tremendous momentum on May 15.
Through WNBA Cares, the WNBA is deeply committed to creating programs that improve the quality of life for all people, with a special emphasis on programs that promote a healthy lifestyle and positive body image, increase breast and women's health awareness, support youth and family development, and focus on education. For more information on the WNBA, log on to www.wnba.com.
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