4 — June 2025 — Thriving Under 30 — M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal
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T hriving U nder 30 Q&A with Marcus & Millichap’s associate director investments Meet Colin Reder, the investment sales pro turning ambition and discipline into a standout career
hat is your most no- table project, deal or transaction? One of my most notable transactions involved broker - ing a complex multi-tenant asset in a competitive mar - ket. The asset was a 133,000 square foot center in Allen - town, PA named the Parkway Center. The deal required navigating diverse stakeholder interests and connecting lo - cal and regional buyers to the opportunity—ultimately resulting in an outcome that exceeded client expectations. Who or what has been the W
“The industry rewards those who show up every day ready to learn, solve problems, and add value.”
Colin Reder Associate Director Investments Years with company/firm: 6 Years in field: 6 Years in real estate industry: 6 Real estate organizations/affiliations: The Dougherty Team of Marcus & Millichap
was drawn by the dynamic nature of the industry and the opportunity to blend analytical thinking with relationship- building. Now, as an Associ - ate Director of Investments at Marcus & Millichap, I’m involved in end-to-end deal execution, strategy, and client service—roles I thrive in be - cause of the pace, complexity, and impact of our work. What challenges and or obstacles do you feel you needed to overcome to be - come as successful as you are today? Early in my career, estab - lishing credibility in a field dominated by more experi - enced professionals was a chal - lenge. I overcame this by being hyper-prepared, consistently showing up, and delivering results that spoke for them - selves. What was the most defin - ing moment for you? Closing my first major solo deal was a defining moment. It was a culmination of persis - tence, mentorship, and learn - ing from past near-misses. That deal affirmed my capa - bilities and set the tone for my career trajectory. Who do you feel was most influential in your life when choosing this profession? A college professor who in - troduced me to real estate finance was pivotal. He opened my eyes to the possibilities within commercial real estate and encouraged me to pursue an internship, which led to my first role. What outside activities do you enjoy during you free time? I’m an avid golfer and enjoy staying active with hiking and fishing. I also love trying new restaurants and traveling to new places with my fiancé and family. What inspiring word of advice would you give to a young executive graduat - ing from college? Build your reputation on con - sistency and follow-through. The industry rewards those who show up every day ready to learn, solve problems, and add value—success is a by - product of persistence and integrity. MAREJ
client-first mindset. Tell us how and when you began your career in the profession you are in, about your current posi - tion and why you chose the field/profession you are in today? I began my career in com - mercial real estate during college as a co-op while at - tending Drexel University. I
on my career. Particularly the mentorship as a seasoned agent and leader, has shaped the way I approach this business—with discipline, resilience, and a
strongest influence in your career? The Dougherty Team’s lead - ership, Derrick Dougherty, has been the strongest influence
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