Business Details
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner
Bokman Rock Commercial Real Estate is a specialized firm dedicated to creating unique retail and commercial destinations through strategic leasing and placemaking. With over 70 combined years of experience, our team has successfully developed properties like Town & Country Village in Palo Alto and The Pruneyard in Campbell, while representing national tenants including Gap brands and Starbucks Coffee. Our boutique approach focuses on personalized service, limiting client numbers to ensure hands-on expertise and transparency in every transaction.Our dual perspective from roles as tenants, landlords, developers, and brokers allows us to navigate complex negotiations with empathy and innovation. We pride ourselves on connecting clients with trusted professionals in architecture, finance, and construction, offering comprehensive solutions tailored to each project's needs. Founded by industry veterans Brian Bokman and David Rock, our firm brings deep market knowledge and a proven track record in retail, restaurant, and office spaces across North America.
Services
Commercial Real Estate Leasing
Retail Space Solutions
Lease Restructuring
Tenant Representation
Strategic Location Advisory
Highlights and features
- We offer boutique-level personalized service with national transaction capabilities
- Our team has direct experience in all leasing roles: tenant, landlord, developer, and broker
- Specialized expertise in lease restructuring and workout negotiations
- Established track record in both local Bay Area markets and cross-border transactions
- Comprehensive resource network spanning architecture, finance, and construction sectors
Services
Commercial Real Estate Leasing
Specialized leasing solutions for commercial properties including office spaces, industrial facilities, and mixed-use developments. Our team combines market intelligence with negotiation expertise to secure optimal lease terms for tenants and landlords. With national reach and local market knowledge, we deliver tailored solutions that align with business objectives.
Lease Restructuring
Strategic lease modifications for businesses facing financial challenges or space requirements changes. Our advisors specialize in confidential negotiations with landlords to reduce obligations while maintaining operational flexibility. Proven success with tech companies, life science firms, and venture-backed enterprises seeking lease terminations or modified terms.
Retail Space Solutions
Comprehensive retail property services from site selection to lease execution. We create successful retail environments through tenant mix optimization and market-specific strategies. Our expertise spans national chain rollouts, regional expansions, and revitalization of existing shopping centers with proven results for major retailers.
Tenant Representation
Exclusive tenant-focused representation for businesses seeking office, retail, or industrial spaces. We advocate for tenants throughout the leasing process, leveraging market data and negotiation skills to secure favorable terms. Our services include location analysis, financial modeling, and lease document review for companies across multiple industries.
Strategic Location Advisory
Data-driven location strategy services combining demographic insights with business objectives. Our advisory team provides site selection analysis, competitive market assessments, and expansion planning for businesses entering new markets. We deliver actionable recommendations based on 30+ years of transaction experience across North America.
People
Brian Bokman
Co-Founder
30+ years in commercial real estate with expertise in leasing, placemaking, and negotiations. Former restaurant owner and corporate real estate executive with nationwide transaction experience across all property types. Holds California Broker License #01085053.
David Rock
Co-Founder
40+ years in real estate and food services industries. Served as VP of Real Estate for Webvan, leasing 4.5 million square feet nationally. Former health food distributor owner and restaurant chain operator with California Broker License #00928036.