Business Details
20 Years
experience
Lane Partners: Bay Area Commercial Real Estate Development
Lane Partners was established in 2006 with a clear mission: to acquire, develop, and manage institutional-quality real estate across Northern California. Our expertise lies in identifying undervalued assets and transforming them through strategic physical rehabilitation, lease-up, restructuring, and repositioning. Over nearly two decades, we have consistently delivered value-added solutions, specializing in commercial office and mixed-use properties throughout the dynamic Bay Area market. Our approach combines deep local market knowledge with a disciplined focus on cost-effective value creation. We maintain rigorous due diligence processes for acquisitions, ensuring financial, legal, and physical viability before pursuing opportunities. Our comprehensive asset management services include design and construction oversight, vendor coordination, budget management, and monthly financial reporting.Through strategic partnerships and aligned interests, we leverage our ground-level expertise to maximize returns for investors and partners. Our track record speaks to our capabilities: over 15 million square feet of high-performing properties developed, including landmark projects like Peninsula Innovation Point and Uptown Station. We maintain strong relationships with capital partners, institutional investors, and service providers to execute complex transactions efficiently. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience from top-tier firms, holding professional credentials in real estate, construction, and finance. Recognized with multiple Deal of the Year awards, we continue to set industry standards through innovative development strategies and operational excellence.
Services
Property Acquisition
Asset Management
Strategic Alliances
Construction Management
Leasing Services
Entitlement Processing
Equity Financing
Project Design
Redevelopment
Commercial Development
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have developed over 15 million square feet of commercial properties since 2006
- Our team holds professional credentials in real estate, construction, and finance
- We maintain strategic partnerships with top institutional investors and service providers
- Recognized with multiple Deal of the Year awards by industry publications
- Specialize in complex transactions requiring entitlements and repositioning expertise
Services
Property Acquisition
We identify and acquire undervalued commercial properties through rigorous market analysis and due diligence. Our team evaluates financial viability, legal compliance, and physical condition to ensure optimal investment opportunities. This service benefits investors seeking strategic property acquisitions in high-growth markets.
Asset Management
Our comprehensive asset management includes financial reporting, vendor coordination, and construction oversight. We implement strategic budgeting and operational improvements to maximize property performance and investor returns across the Bay Area market.
Construction Management
We oversee all aspects of construction from design through completion. Our team coordinates contractors, manages timelines, and ensures quality control for both new developments and property repositioning projects throughout Northern California.
Entitlement Processing
We navigate complex zoning and permitting requirements to secure necessary approvals for development projects. This service streamlines the regulatory process for commercial real estate transformations in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Strategic Alliances
We create value through strategic partnerships with institutional investors and service providers. This collaborative approach enables successful execution of complex real estate transactions and development opportunities across Northern California.
People
Scott L. Smithers
Founder, Managing Principal
Scott founded Lane Partners in 2006 and oversees strategic direction. With prior experience at Starwood Capital and Divco West, he holds a finance degree, general contractor license, and real estate broker credentials.
Andrew D. Haydel
Principal
Drew joined Lane Partners in 2007 and manages capital transactions. He previously worked at U.S. Trust, holds real estate and finance degrees, and is a LEED Accredited Professional with extensive Bay Area development experience.
Mark J. Murray
Principal
Mark focuses on acquisitions and leasing. He has negotiated over 1 million square feet of leases and holds law and international relations degrees from Harvard and Stanford, with LEED certification.
Marcus J. Gilmour
Principal
Marcus joined in 2011 and handles asset management. With prior experience in equity trading and industrial real estate, he holds business administration and MBA degrees from USC and UNC Chapel Hill.
Nicholas S. Menchel
Principal
Nick joined Lane Partners in 2017 and manages construction projects. He has engineering and management consulting backgrounds, holding a civil engineering degree from Duke and extensive Bay Area development experience.
Questions
What types of properties does Lane Partners specialize in?
We focus on commercial office and mixed-use properties throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
How long has Lane Partners been in business?
Our company was established in 2006 and has operated continuously since then.
Do you offer financing options for property acquisitions?
Yes, we provide equity financing solutions through our institutional capital partnerships.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Our primary focus is the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California markets.
Can you handle complex redevelopment projects?
Yes, we specialize in repositioning underperforming assets through comprehensive redevelopment.
How do you ensure project success?
Through rigorous due diligence, strategic partnerships, and experienced team execution.
