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CHICAGO, Sept. 12, 2024 ~ Blueprint, a leading advisory firm specializing in healthcare real estate, has recently announced the hiring of John Smelter as a Senior Managing Director on its Medical Outpatient team. With over 35 years of experience in the industry, Smelter brings unparalleled expertise in healthcare real estate brokerage and is expected to enhance Blueprint's capabilities in this sector.
Ben Firestone, CEO of Blueprint, expressed his excitement for Smelter's addition to the team. He stated, "2024 has been a year of tremendous growth and diversification for our firm. Having known John for almost two decades, I saw an opportunity to strengthen our position as the top advisory firm in healthcare real estate. John's impressive track record speaks for itself and we are confident that he will make an immediate impact. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team."
Smelter is recognized as one of the top agents nationally and a leader on the West Coast. He has completed transactions in 24 states and closed over $5 billion in sales for major hospital systems, healthcare REITs, developers, and institutional and private investors. Prior to joining Blueprint, Smelter served as a Senior Director at Marcus & Millichap for two decades where he consistently ranked in the top 1% to 10% of the firm's 1,600 agents nationwide. He then went on to become Senior Managing Director at a private equity firm focused on acquiring medical outpatient buildings across the country before establishing his own company, Smelter Healthcare Real Estate Group. With his extensive experience and tenure in healthcare real estate investment sales, Smelter has become a prominent figure in the industry.
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Smelter's appointment is expected to further elevate Blueprint's Medical Outpatient practice and increase its influence in this space. When asked about his decision to join Blueprint, Smelter said, "Blueprint is a premier healthcare real estate advisory firm with exceptional talent, resources, culture, and experience. Its unique data-driven platform, with a focus on healthcare real estate, will provide my clients with exceptional value as they navigate and execute their transactions."
Steve Thomes, Executive Managing Director and Head of Business Development at Blueprint, also commented on Smelter's appointment. He said, "John's reputation and track record in Medical Outpatient sales are unmatched. His expertise and perspective will be crucial in the evolution of our platform."
Smelter officially joined Blueprint this week and can be contacted directly for further inquiries. For media inquiries, please contact Eileen Gehring.
Founded in 2013 with a mission to elevate healthcare real estate brokerage through collaboration and data, Chicago-based Blueprint has become the most active advisor in the seniors housing and healthcare space. With a proven track record of 750 transactions valued at $12.6 billion, the company's unique model combines broad market coverage with unrivaled analytics. Blueprint has extensive industry expertise in skilled nursing, seniors housing, medical outpatient, behavioral healthcare, and capital markets.
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For more information about Blueprint Healthcare Real Estate Advisors or to have your company's news featured on PRNewswire.com, please visit their website or contact them directly through their media contact Eileen Gehring.
Ben Firestone, CEO of Blueprint, expressed his excitement for Smelter's addition to the team. He stated, "2024 has been a year of tremendous growth and diversification for our firm. Having known John for almost two decades, I saw an opportunity to strengthen our position as the top advisory firm in healthcare real estate. John's impressive track record speaks for itself and we are confident that he will make an immediate impact. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team."
Smelter is recognized as one of the top agents nationally and a leader on the West Coast. He has completed transactions in 24 states and closed over $5 billion in sales for major hospital systems, healthcare REITs, developers, and institutional and private investors. Prior to joining Blueprint, Smelter served as a Senior Director at Marcus & Millichap for two decades where he consistently ranked in the top 1% to 10% of the firm's 1,600 agents nationwide. He then went on to become Senior Managing Director at a private equity firm focused on acquiring medical outpatient buildings across the country before establishing his own company, Smelter Healthcare Real Estate Group. With his extensive experience and tenure in healthcare real estate investment sales, Smelter has become a prominent figure in the industry.
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Smelter's appointment is expected to further elevate Blueprint's Medical Outpatient practice and increase its influence in this space. When asked about his decision to join Blueprint, Smelter said, "Blueprint is a premier healthcare real estate advisory firm with exceptional talent, resources, culture, and experience. Its unique data-driven platform, with a focus on healthcare real estate, will provide my clients with exceptional value as they navigate and execute their transactions."
Steve Thomes, Executive Managing Director and Head of Business Development at Blueprint, also commented on Smelter's appointment. He said, "John's reputation and track record in Medical Outpatient sales are unmatched. His expertise and perspective will be crucial in the evolution of our platform."
Smelter officially joined Blueprint this week and can be contacted directly for further inquiries. For media inquiries, please contact Eileen Gehring.
Founded in 2013 with a mission to elevate healthcare real estate brokerage through collaboration and data, Chicago-based Blueprint has become the most active advisor in the seniors housing and healthcare space. With a proven track record of 750 transactions valued at $12.6 billion, the company's unique model combines broad market coverage with unrivaled analytics. Blueprint has extensive industry expertise in skilled nursing, seniors housing, medical outpatient, behavioral healthcare, and capital markets.
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For more information about Blueprint Healthcare Real Estate Advisors or to have your company's news featured on PRNewswire.com, please visit their website or contact them directly through their media contact Eileen Gehring.
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