Thomas McVoy
About Thomas
Thomas McVoy is an accomplished real estate professional with over a decade of experience in the industry. Beginning his career in 2015, Thomas spent his first three years specializing in residential property sales, where he developed a strong foundation in client relations and negotiation. Driven by a passion for growth and inspired by the mentorship of successful brokers, Thomas made a strategic transition to commercial real estate sales and leasing. His commitment to expanding his expertise led him to focus on the dynamic Northwest Florida market, where he operates out of Stirling’s Pensacola office. He specializes in industrial and office property sales and leasing transactions, consistently delivering value to clients through his market knowledge and dedication. Thomas is recognized for his leadership and engagement within the real estate community. His involvement in professional organizations, combined with his practical experience in both residential and commercial markets, has positioned him as a respected advisor and advocate for industry’s best practices. Thomas’s professional approach, commitment to excellence, and contribution to community leadership underscore his reputation as a trusted resource for clients and colleagues alike.
- COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP, CERTIFICATIONS, + AWARDS
- CoStar Power Broker Award, Top Industrial Leasing Broker, Pensacola,
- NAIOP (National Association of Industrial and Office Properties) in Northwest Florida, Board Member
- A licensed Real Estate Sales Associate in Florida
- Member of the National Association of REALTORS (NAR)
- Member of the Pensacola Associate of REALTORS (PAR)
- Member Associate, Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS
- Designee for Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
- SELECTED TRANSACTIONS
- Trident Home Loans – Office Headquarters – 22,000 SF
- Honeycomb Company of America – Industrial – 38,000 SF
- All South Subcontractors – Industrial – 14,000 SF
- Interstate Office Plaza-10,000 SF Lease- Office Space
- ABC Supply Build to Suit – Industrial – 35,000 SF
- HCA – Office – Leasing and Sales in NWFL
- FAMILY & HOBBIES
Thomas is dedicated to his family, enjoying quality time with his wife and two children. Outside of his professional and family commitments, he is passionate about outdoor activities, particularly hunting and golfing. Thomas values the opportunities and experiences the outdoors provide. He is guided by the principle, “Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value,” attributed to Albert Einstein.
Jill Meeks
About Jill
Jill Meeks serves as a Senior Advisor and Property Manager with Stirling, working in the company’s Mobile, Alabama, office. The focal point of her work has been in office and retail leasing, commercial sales, and landlord and tenant representation. She is also responsible for overseeing the Property Management of office space in Mobile County.
Before joining Stirling in 2014, Mrs. Meeks served as Vice President of John Toomey & Company for twenty-one years and was instrumental in the company’s development through acquisitions, sales, and leasing.
She began her career in Commercial Real Estate at Roberts Brothers, Inc., where she worked for two years in the Commercial Department before joining Lyon Properties, Inc. to work with Mr. Billy Lyon and Mr. John Toomey. Mrs. Meeks worked there for four years before Mr. Toomey opened his own company and hired her.
Mrs. Meeks is involved with the Mobile Area Association of Realtors and previously served on the board of directors. In addition, she is an active member of the Mobile Commercial Real Estate Exchange group, where she served as the organization’s 2017 President. She has earned numerous awards and recognition for her commercial transactions and sales volume, including Stirling’s Bronze Award in 2017-2019 and Silver Award in 2016 and 2021. She was also the recipient of the 2022 Platinum Broker Award from Crexi, and the 2018 and 2022 Power Broker Award from CoStar.
Foster Murphy
About Foster
Foster Murphy is an Advisor with Stirling, based in the firm’s Covington, Louisiana office. He specializes in the sale of retail, office, industrial, medical, and land assets across Southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, with a leasing focus on office, industrial, and medical properties.
Foster primarily represents landlords and owners, advising on strategies to maximize asset performance, increase value, and position properties competitively within the market. His experience spans leasing, sales, and new development—including medical office projects—allowing him to guide clients through the full lifecycle of an investment, from acquisition and positioning to stabilization and disposition.
With a strong understanding of regional market dynamics and a results-driven approach, Foster partners with property owners to optimize occupancy, structure favorable deal terms, and drive long-term returns.
He also brings a personal passion for architecture and experience in AutoCAD, giving him the ability to visualize opportunities and deliver creative, practical solutions tailored to each asset.
Notable Projects & Clients
Foster has worked with a range of institutional, public, and healthcare-related organizations throughout his career, including the Louisiana Bar Foundation, Louisiana Assessors’ Association, Louisiana State University, Ochsner Health, Affordable Care, and Hospice of Greater Baton Rouge. His work includes leasing, advisory, and development involvement across office, medical, and institutional assets.
Ryan Murphy
About Ryan
Ryan Murphy joined Stirling’s commercial real estate team in October of 2010 and serves as a Senior Advisor working from the company’s Covington, Louisiana, office. He primarily specializes in the office market, representing both landlords and tenants, as well as in vacant land. He also works with sellers and buyers in investment properties. Mr. Murphy obtained his CCIM designation in March of 2021 and is an active member. He is also a member of the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors (NOMAR) Commercial Investment Division (CID).
Prior to joining Stirling, Ryan worked independently since 2002 in commercial real estate, developing and purchasing small office products. He continues to own and manage his own portfolio of office space.
Mr. Murphy served two 4-year terms of elected office as a councilman for the Town of Abita Springs from 2014 thru 2022 and served as the Mayor Pro Tem during his second term.
Mr. Murphy is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, earning a B.S. in Political Science and a B.A. in Economics. He also has earned an MBA from Loyola University New Orleans.
Jay O’Brien
About Jay
Jay O’Brien serves as a commercial real estate Senior Advisor in Stirling’s Mobile, AL office. Jay has extensive experience in land brokerage, site selection, tenant representation, investment sales and property management. With more than 25 years of experience, Jay has been involved in the development, acquisition, and disposition of over 10,000,000 square feet of retail, multifamily, and industrial properties throughout Alabama, Mississippi, and the Florida Panhandle. Jay holds the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, commercial real estate’s global standard for professional achievement.
A lifelong resident of Mobile, Jay is an entrepreneur, local business owner, and the President of his family-owned real estate company, J. L. O’Brien & Associates, Inc. He is a member of the National Association of Realtors, the State Board of Realtors, and the Mobile Board of Realtors. He currently serves as a Trustee for the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation. He is also a former State Board Member and Officer with the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) of Alabama where he is still actively involved.
Jay graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Building Science. He and his wife have two children and are members of St. Ignatius Parish. In his leisure time, he is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys hunting and fishing.
Thomas Parsons
About Thomas
Tommy Parsons is a Senior Advisor with Stirling. He graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Since 2004, he has focused on the Ascension Parish industrial market with a primary concentration in development, brokerage, and construction of Industrial Office/Warehouse space.
Tommy has a working knowledge of the specific challenges associated with land in Ascension Parish including wetlands mitigation, DOTD permits, available utilities, identification of flood zones, and other site related issues. In addition, he has built strong community relationships with developers, real estate professionals, and civic leaders to better inform his clients during the site selection process. Tommy has represented several national tenants including Kellogg, Brown & Root, National Trench Safety, as well as numerous regional and local companies.
One of Tommy’s greatest assets is his ability to fairly and aggressively negotiate on behalf of his clients. He has a thorough knowledge of the market and a unique ability to solve client problems with honesty and creativity.
Prior to joining Stirling, Tommy served as Senior Advisor with SVN | Graham, Langlois & Legendre commercial real estate firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Before his work in real estate brokerage, Tommy was involved in a family business of truck stops and convenience stores with 15 locations in the Baton Rouge MSA. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in retail business and customer service.
