Kelly is a commercial real estate professional specializing in retail, restaurant/hospitality landlord and tenant representation, triple-net leasing, and owner-user and investment property acquisitions.
Having opened 13 restaurants and numerous retail and food-related businesses, Kelly brings a talent to the table that most cannot — years of experience owning and operating businesses. He knows first-hand the challenges, pressures, and typical demands that property and business owners face. This direct knowledge, with his attention to understanding clients’ needs, becomes a strategic service that is at the minimum targeted, relevant, and trusted. Landlords benefit from his understanding of their goals, market assessment, fiscal risks, tenant demographics, and culture. He explores and presents various options that not only meet the financial goals but also align both parties for success and growth. When representing tenants, Kelly ensures that they are fully aware of what they’re pursuing with a sound understanding of business, ownership, financial ability — and therefore, a plan.
Kelly is a natural relationship builder with a diverse spectrum of connections. He is regarded as one of the most passionate, hands-on, hardest-working brokers in the region. He has earned this reputation by investing his time to learn and understand the dynamics that drive the market and the people in it.
Outside of work, Kelly is just that: outside. His propensity and tenacity to learn and overcome difficult objectives have led him to mountaineering. He has successfully summited many of the Cascade peaks including Mount Rainier and most of the Volcanoes. Currently, his sights are set on Mont Blanc and Denali. When he’s not rock climbing, bagging peaks, back-country skiing, teaching at the Seattle Mountaineers, or leisurely paddleboarding down a winding river, he can still be found in local kitchens helping his family of chefs. Kelly’s passion for local food is as infectious as his pursuit to live boldly and honestly. His robust personality has made him a well-known chef/figure and broker in his hometown Seattle.
2018 – 2023 Sr. Vice President, NAI Puget Sound Properties, Bellevue, WA
2017 – 2018 Metropolist Group
2014 – Present Cairn Consulting
Commercial Brokers Association, member
Seattle Restaurant Alliance, member
James Beard Foundation, member
Washington Hospitality Association, member
International Council of Shopping
BOSA DEVELOPMENT Tutta Bella SLU at Ren
ALLEGRA PROPERTIES El Gaucho on Western
MAIN STREET PROPERTY GROUP Ethan Stowell Tavolata Redmond
NITZE STAGEN Tutta Bella USDA Kitchen SoDo
BUILDING PURCHASE El Gaucho Tacoma
PORT ANGELES PURCHASE Yodelin Broth Company USDA Kitchen
"I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Kelly Gaddis and his team on several high-profile mixed-use commercial retail lease-up projects where he acted as both a tenant and landlord rep. Kelly is particularly well connected in the local food and restaurant scene, successfully procuring numerous well qualified and respected restaurateurs to our projects. He is a pleasure to work with and would recommend him and his team to others."
PARKER NICHOLSON
Senior Managing Director
Legacy Partners
"Kelly Gaddis has been a valuable par tner on several of our retail projects, representing both Regency Centers and tenants. His strong local market insight, ties to the community and ability to secure top-tier tenants have played a key role in our revival at Melrose Market. Kelly and his team are professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with - I highly recommend them."
ROB MORRIS
Senior Leasing Agent
Regency Centers
"Kelly has exceptional knowledge and relationships with Tenants and Owners. He has provided significant value to us by providing guidance on space design, input on creative deal terms and ultimately connecting us with tenants that have increased the vibrancy and financial returns for the retail within our projects."
KIM FAUST
Co-President & CDO
Main Street Property Group, LLC
"Kelly has an exceptional understanding of the local commercial real estate market, but more importantly the needs and requirements of hospitality and food and beverage tenants. Kelly consistently knows how to identify the right tenant for the right space and that helps ensure long term, successful relationships."
BORIS CASTELLANOS
Manager
Allegra Properties
"Working with Kelly Gaddis was a game-changer for ESR. As someone who has personally opened and operated restaurants, Kelly brings a rare broker perspective from real world experience. From lease negotiations, space planning to analyzing flow, he evaluates every property with the sharp eye of a seasoned restaurateur. His input was critical in identifying locations that aligned with our vision and operational needs, and he played an instrumental role in our growth. Kelly’s expertise isn’t just helpful— it’s indispensable."
STEVEN HOOPER
CEO
Ethan Stowell Restaurants
"From day one, Kelly was professional, responsive, and always a pleasure to work with. We have done a number of deals between renewals, a move and our wholesale manufacturing facility. Kelly kept me informed every step of the way and explained the process clearly-especially valuable during an important commercial lease as we relocated one of our locations. Thanks to his guidance, the transition was smooth and successful."
JOE FUGERE
Founder & CEO
Tutta Bella
"Our new restaurant project was floundering until Kelly entered the equation. His insight, professionalism and knowledge enabled us to land a prime spot for Valentina's wine bar. Kelly's negotiation skills also secured us a fantastic deal on the property. He's a true professional and someone you want on your side."
GARRY MONTAG
Owner
Stowaway Wine Bar
"We've worked with Kelly and his team for over five years on multiple acquisitions and lease negotiations. Their consistency, integrity, and results-driven approach have made them a trusted partner for all our real estate needs."
Brian Hoang
Founder
Yellow Bee Market
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