Joe Gardner
About Joe
Joe Gardner is a seasoned commercial real estate broker with a career spanning over a decade, marked by significant achievements and contributions to the industry. He embarked on his journey in 2008 at Stirling, where he honed his skills and established a solid foundation in the dynamic world of commercial real estate. Specializing in retail properties, Joe has become a prominent figure in the field, known for his expertise in landlord representation, particularly in shopping center leasing and development.
With a keen eye for market trends and a deep understanding of client needs, Joe has successfully navigated both local and nationwide tenant representation, earning a reputation as a trusted advisor and advocate for his clients. His dedication to excellence and commitment to delivering results have consistently positioned him as a top performer in the industry.
Joe’s educational background is as impressive as his professional accomplishments. He graduated from Southeast Louisiana University in 2007, laying the groundwork for his future success. In 2015, he further solidified his expertise by obtaining the prestigious CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) designation, a testament to his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Joe Gardner has a proud and honorable military background. He served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Enterprise, where he demonstrated unwavering dedication and courage. His service was recognized with the prestigious National Defense Medal, highlighting his selfless commitment to his country and his fellow servicemen.
Scott Macdonald
About Scott
Scott Macdonald serves as a Senior Advisor with Stirling commercial real estate team, working from the company’s Baton Rouge office. He has more than 24 years of commercial real estate experience and a background that includes the negotiation and successful closing of over $650 million in sales and leasing transactions. His caliber of expertise adds depth to Stirling’s roster and a specialty in office and industrial leasing.
Since joining Stirling in 2011, Scott has been a top producing agent for the company. He is a member of the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors (GBRAR) and served on the Board of Directors for the Commercial Investment Division (CID) of GBRAR from 2016-2019.
Mr. Macdonald previously served as the 2019 Chairperson for the Baton Rouge CID Trends Seminar. He has also served on the Board of Managers for the Louisiana Commercial Database (LACDB) from 2018-2019. In addition, Mr. Macdonald served on the Executive Leadership Team of the American Heart Association 2020 Capital Area Heart Walk.
Before joining Stirling, Mr. Macdonald was Vice President of Cassidy Turley/CPS, a full-service commercial real estate brokerage company in San Jose, California. His primary focus while with Cassidy Turley was office and manufacturing leasing and sales.
Mr. Macdonald is a Louisiana native and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, Louisiana.
Shawn Maxey
About Shawn
Shawn began working in commercial real estate in 2016, when he moved to Pensacola, Florida. Shawn initially worked in leasing, property management, and development for a national multifamily property management and development company. Today, he works with national, local, and regional clients in sales and leasing commercial retail properties.
Over the course of his career, Shawn has developed the knowledge and skills needed to assist his clients in their respected real estate goals. He prides himself on cultivating relationships within the industry and leads every conversation with a focus on trust and transparency. Shawn has also developed an indisputable credibility by exceeding the expectations of service while working with some of the industry’s most active tenants, buyers, sellers, and landlords. All of this and more he brings to the table as one of Stirling’s Senior Advisors.
Business Affiliations
- Licensed Florida Real Estate Sales Associate
- ICSC Member
- Pensacola Young Professional Member
- Tallahassee Young Professional Member
- Former Keep Pensacola Beautiful Board Member
- Rookie of the Year award in 2017, Beck Partners
- CCIM Candidate
Karen McElroy, CCIM
About Karen
Karen McElroy, CCIM began her real estate career in 2003, specializing in the buying, selling, and leasing of commercial property. Based in Shreveport, her areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, Shreveport/Bossier City and surrounding areas on the I-20 corridor. She offers a full range of leasing and brokerage services, including tenant and buyer representation, property listings, site selection, and consulting. She has worked with many local, regional, and national clients with the site selection process and/or in acquisitions and dispositions.
Karen is an active member of ICSC (Innovating Commerce Serving Communities), has earned the designation of Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), and is a member of the Retail Broker’s Network (RBN). She was a recipient of the 40 Under 40 Young Professionals sponsored by the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce and is a graduate of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program and the Dale Carnegie Program. She is past chairman of the Northwest Louisiana Real Estate Trends Conference and a past member of the Louisiana Commercial Database (LACDB) Board of Directors.
Mrs. McElroy is a graduate of the University of Louisiana at Monroe. She is married with five children and is actively involved in numerous school, church, and community nonprofit and service organizations.
Thomas McVoy
About Thomas
Thomas McVoy has been in the Real Estate Industry since 2015. He sold residential property for three years before transitioning to commercial real estate sales and leasing.
Thomas began his real estate career with Levin Rinke Realty, where he excelled in representing buyers and sellers for luxury properties at one of the top residential brokerages in the Pensacola area. His ability to work with clients on all matters to ensure a smooth transaction did not go unnoticed. Thomas worked diligently to ensure every client was represented to the fullest by guiding and advising them at every turn. The switch to commercial real estate came from successful brokers as mentors and a desire to further his skillset in the real estate industry. Thomas is currently a Stirling Advisor.
When he is off the clock, there are three activities Thomas loves to do: spend time with his family, hunting and golfing.
Business Affiliations:
- CoStar Power Broker Award, Top Industrial Leasing Broker, Pensacola, 2019[TM1]
- 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)
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.
