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LeGeyt elected partner of The Dunham Group

Sam LeGeyt

Portland, ME According to The Dunham Group, broker Sam LeGeyt has been elected partner of the firm.

LeGeyt joined the firm in 2018 and specializes in the industrial, office, and investment markets. Known for his analysis, he provides strategic planning, site searches, as well as commercial property valuation and consulting services. LeGeyt is business partners with fellow broker and partner Jim Harnden, a collaboration that dates back to when LeGeyt started his career at Harnden Commercial Real Estate in 2014.

“Sam is very thorough and dedicated to representing his client’s best interest,” said Harnden. “His market knowledge and awareness of current trends allows him to provide valuable information that assists his clients in making prudent business decisions. Sam knows how to get deals done. His insights and level headedness will be a great asset to our partner meetings.”

“Sam’s promotion to partner not only reflects his impressive brokerage achievements but also his leadership and invaluable contributions to our firm,” said designated broker and partner Justin Lamontagne, CCIM, SIOR. “He is highly respected within the business and commercial real estate communities because Sam has built his career doing business the right way. As a high-volume producer, he has consistently earned the trust and respect of clients, our team, our vendors, and even our competitors. I enthusiastically welcome him to our firm’s partnership, recognizing him as a trusted and valued broker and friend.”

Committed to helping Maine businesses thrive, LeGeyt has earned a reputation for being hardworking, smart, and trustworthy. “I’ve always been fascinated by real estate,” said LeGeyt, who was a real estate minor at UNH’s Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics. “I love working with businesses – helping them build relationships and find the right space in Maine. I’m grateful to the team at The Dunham Group – both the partners and the staff – who have given me the opportunity to grow. I’m excited about the next generation of the firm and looking forward to shepherding the growth of other members of our team.” Looking ahead, LeGeyt is dedicated to continuing his accreditation within the commercial real estate industry.

For over 45 years, The Dunham Group has provided in-depth market knowledge and trustworthy representation for its clients. That kind of endurance comes from a strong foundation of values and expertise as well as a collaborative approach for its team of brokers. LeGeyt was motivated to join the firm for the mentorship opportunities. Now as part of the firm’s next generation of partners, LeGeyt will carry the shared knowledge of The Dunham Group forward, setting its clients up for continued success.

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