SAN DIEGO, CA— Six Matthews™ agents have been recognized as 2026 Commercial Real Estate Leaders of Influence by the San Diego Business Journal. The annual award honors professionals making a significant impact in the region’s commercial real estate industry through leadership, performance, and community influence.
The Commercial Real Estate Leaders of Influence program highlights individuals across San Diego who are shaping the market through deal execution, client service, and industry expertise. Honorees are recognized for their contributions to the growth and evolution of the commercial real estate landscape, as well as their commitment to excellence within their organizations and communities.
The Matthews™ honorees represent a diverse range of specialties across investment sales and leasing:
Jacob Castro, Vice President— Specializes in the strategic investment sales and leasing of California industrial and flex properties. A University of San Diego alumnus and 2025 Chairman’s Club recipient, Castro is recognized for his extensive market knowledge, strong work ethic, and ability to build long-term client relationships.
Jake Linsky, Associate Vice President— Focuses on the nationwide acquisition and disposition of single-tenant net-lease properties. Linsky has surpassed $100 million in career sales volume and is recognized for his fiduciary-first approach and consistent delivery of results for private and institutional investors.
Keegan Mulcahy, Market Leader— Specializes in net-lease retail investment sales and has played a key role in Matthews™ San Diego expansion. Mulcahy is recognized for driving growth across service lines and mentoring agents to elevate performance at the local and regional levels.
Chris Nelson, First Vice President— Focuses on Southern California industrial investment sales and strategic advisory. With more than $600 million in career transactions, Nelson is recognized for delivering institutional-quality results through advanced financial modeling and deep market expertise.
Sam Sukut, First Vice President— Specializes in industrial advisory services across Southern California. Sukut is recognized for leveraging his background in property management and investment syndication to deliver innovative, technology-driven solutions and high-level client service.
Cade Norland, Associate Vice President & Associate Director— Specializes in nationwide retail investment acquisitions and dispositions. Norland has closed nearly $125 million in transaction volume and is recognized for leveraging his background in finance and advertising to provide strategic, portfolio-level advisory for net-lease sector clients.
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