Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Florence, AL
Pounders & Associates has been a trusted leader in commercial real estate since 1997, dedicated to exceeding client expectations through personalized service and industry expertise. Our full-service approach encompasses brokerage, property management, and development, serving clients across the southeastern United States. With decades of combined experience, our team advises on real estate matters as if personally invested, leveraging deep market knowledge to negotiate optimal outcomes. We specialize in retail, office, industrial, multifamily, and land properties, catering to local, regional, and national clients. Our commitment to integrity and dependability, established by founder Gregg Pounders, ensures responsive service while maintaining a strong regional presence.As the only Northwest Alabama firm exclusively focused on commercial real estate, we combine local insight with national transaction capabilities. Our professionals hold prestigious designations like CCIM, reflecting our dedication to excellence in brokerage, leasing, and investment analysis. Through tailored property management solutions and build-to-suit development services, we help clients achieve their real estate objectives efficiently. Our leadership in the Shoals community and active involvement in industry organizations underscore our authority in the market. With licenses in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee, we continue to build on a legacy of successful transactions and client satisfaction.
Services
Brokerage
Property Management
Development
Retail Real Estate
Office Real Estate
Industrial Real Estate
Multi-Family
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of commercial real estate expertise since 1997
- Full-service capabilities covering brokerage, management, and development
- CCIM-certified professionals ensure industry-leading transaction expertise
- Exclusive focus on commercial real estate in Northwest Alabama region
- Tailored property management solutions for institutional and private investors
Associations and certifications
- CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member)
Services
Commercial Brokerage
Our brokerage services specialize in commercial property transactions including sales, leasing, and acquisitions. With expertise in retail, office, industrial, and multifamily properties, we represent both landlords and tenants. Our CCIM-certified professionals leverage market insights to negotiate favorable terms, ensuring clients maximize property value while meeting their business objectives through strategic real estate decisions.
Property Management
We provide comprehensive property management solutions for institutional and private investors. Services include tenant relations, maintenance coordination, financial reporting, and lease administration. Our team tailors management strategies to each property's unique needs, maintaining asset value while optimizing returns through proactive oversight and market-responsive decision-making for commercial real estate portfolios.
Build-To-Suit Development
Our development services offer build-to-suit solutions that provide businesses occupancy benefits without ownership burdens. We manage projects from site selection through construction, handling zoning approvals and contractor coordination. This service enables clients to secure customized facilities while avoiding capital investment, with expertise in creating functional spaces that align with business operations and growth strategies.
Retail Real Estate
Specializing in retail property transactions and management, we represent owners and tenants in leasing, sales, and portfolio strategy. Our services include market analysis, lease negotiations, and tenant representation. With deep understanding of retail dynamics, we help clients optimize property performance through strategic positioning and targeted marketing to secure quality tenants and maximize investment returns.
Industrial Real Estate
We offer industrial property solutions including warehouse leasing, distribution center sales, and manufacturing facility acquisitions. Our team understands logistics requirements and supply chain needs, providing site selection expertise and transaction management. We represent both owners and tenants in securing industrial spaces that meet operational specifications while ensuring competitive terms and compliance with zoning regulations.
People
Justin Bishop
President
CCIM-designated leader with 15+ years in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, and investment analysis. Specializes in tax-deferred exchanges and sale-leasebacks while maintaining active development interests. Serves on local emergency services committees.
Gregg Pounders
Founder
Established the firm in 1997 after earning CCIM designation and MBA. Focuses on strategic development projects while maintaining real estate licensure. Active in local banking and community organizations with expertise in market strategy and site selection.
Katie Faires
Brokerage Associate
Licensed REALTOR with decade of residential experience transitioning to commercial brokerage. Holds GRI designation and former SAAR president. Specializes in sales, leasing, and property marketing with graduate business education.
Shannon Pettus
Executive Assistant
Supports brokerage and property management operations with corporate accounting background. Manages office administration and financial processes while providing essential team support for commercial real estate transactions.
Candice Moody
Marketing Coordinator
Digital marketing specialist with social media and design expertise. Develops creative strategies to enhance brand visibility while contributing to client outreach initiatives through innovative marketing campaigns and property promotions.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage, property management, and build-to-suit development services for retail, office, industrial, multifamily, and land properties across the Southeast.
Which states do you operate in?
We hold active real estate licenses in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee, serving clients throughout the southeastern United States.
How long have you specialized in commercial real estate?
Since 1997, we've focused exclusively on commercial real estate, making us Northwest Alabama's longest-established firm dedicated solely to this sector.
What makes your team qualified?
Our professionals hold CCIM designations and combine decades of local market experience with national transaction expertise across various property types.
Can you help with property management?
Yes, we offer tailored property management services including tenant relations, financial reporting, and maintenance coordination for institutional and private investors.
Do you handle build-to-suit developments?
Yes, we specialize in build-to-suit projects that provide businesses customized facilities without ownership burdens through comprehensive development management services.
