Biography
Brian joined Langholz Wilson Ellis (now Hanna Commercial) in 1996. With over 45 years’ experience in retail real estate, Brian focuses in regional and national tenant representation, site selection and expansion. Utilizing the firm’s leading-edge information systems and support, Brian specializes in creating and executing the market penetration strategy to meet the needs of his clients. Brian actively represents clients in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio.
Brian has assisted many retail and restaurant clients including Costco, Kohl’s, LA Fitness, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, The Fresh Market, American Freight, Lowes, Pet Supplies Plus, Staples, Vitamin Shoppe, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Bonefish Grill, and Playa Bowls.
Prior to joining the firm, Brian was Senior Vice President at The Galbreath Company and for nine years prior to that, he was a principal in The Kerr Group. Brian began his real estate career with The J. J. Gumberg Co. in 1978.
Education & Licensure
Mr. Kerr is a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College.
Professional Affiliations
Brian adds a long relationship with ChainLinks Retail Advisors, Inc. of which he has been a principal member since 1985, served on its Executive Committee and is currently Co-Chairman of the Board of Directors. ChainLinks Retail Advisors, Inc. is the leading nationwide network of retail brokers, specializing in chain store real estate. He is also a 40+ year member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).
Personal
A native of Western Pennsylvania currently resides in Regent Square with his wife, Michele and is a proud father of Kendel and Teague.