Kathleen is a fourth-generation real estate professional with a previous career as an international arts industry executive. In 2006 she was recruited to create a retail district to anchor the Over the Rhine revitalization. In 2012, she formed Urban Fast Forward, a woman-owned real estate brokerage. Now also sought-after as a consultant-practitioner, she is known for a creative yet practical approach, and a sensitivity to community issues.
kathleen@urbanfastforward.com
513.888.0320
Blake has represented some of the most notable talent in the hospitality industry. His deep understanding of Cincinnati neighborhoods, revitalization strategies, property positioning, and tenant recruitment allows him to help clients envision a dynamic way forward. Blake has led commercial tenant recruitment efforts for over a half billion dollars’ worth of mixed-use infill developments. He is experienced in acquisition and disposition of investment properties and property portfolios, as well as real estate investment and development consulting.
blake@urbanfastforward.com
513.675.6351
For more than 15 years, John has used his planning and zoning expertise to revitalize and enrich city centers and neighborhoods. Skilled in land use code analysis, development plan review, and project implementation, his experience has given him expertise in engaging community members and elected officials. His work has included comprehensive planning, economic development, zoning codes, public speaking, community engagement, and urban forestry.
john@urbanfastforward.com
513.888.0320
Gina’s primary focus is assisting tenants in site selection, with both curiosity and broad knowledge of Cincinnati locations. Joining Urban Fast Forward in 2021, she came to real estate from a long career in environmental science and volunteer work. In that capacity she developed expertise in regulatory compliance and project management, which she now puts at the service of her real estate clients.
gina@urbanfastforward.com
513.814.4074
Huyen comes to real estate from the hospitality business, having worked in a family-owned restaurant for more than a decade. That hands-on experience gives her a unique understanding of the challenges, needs, and opportunities of independent operators. She now represents several well-known local restaurants and is always in the hunt for more.
huyen@urbanfastforward.com
513.509.1825
Pam brings a ton of energy to both landlord and tenant representation. A professional with more than 25 years of experience, she has deep insight into the many facets of turning client vision into reality. She particularly likes to work in restaurant and retail site search, but has also found locations for industrial and office users. Pam is a connector, active in a range of professional organizations, including leadership in CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women).
pam@urbanfastforward.com
513.213.8800
Phil represents himself, quite accurately, as an Excel Jedi whose greatest joy is creating overly complicated spreadsheets, a surprisingly useful skill in keeping the Urban Fast Forward team on track. The genial public face of the company, Phil began his working life in retail and hospitality, holding positions with Gaylord Hotels and a range of food and beverage organizations before moving into real estate.
phil@urbanfastforward.com
513.888.0320