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Montaquiza joins First Service Williams

FirstService Williams has added a new professional to its office. Robert Montaquiza, who has held top positions for office investment firms, joins FirstService Williams as senior VP in the office leasing division. Montaquiza will report to Cory Gubner. Montaquiza served as VP and director of leasing at Simone Development. Prior to joining Simone, he spent seven years working for office Mack-Cali Realty Corp as a leasing director. A graduate of St. John's University, Montaquiza began his real estate career as a research analyst. "I'm excited to join the FirstService Williams team at a time when experienced professionals can really make a difference in the marketplace," said Montaquiza. "Cory and his extensive team have developed an amazing platform of talent for their numerous clients. I'm looking forward to working with this group."
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