NASHVILLE, TN— Matthews™, a commercial real estate investment services and technology firm, welcomes its largest summer class to date with the onboarding of more than 500 young professionals to the company’s award-winning sales training program, Matthews™ University.

 

The class comprises interns representing more than 180 universities across the country, alongside 250 new agent hires selected from over 15,500 resumes and 2,140 interviews, reflecting a 1.6% acceptance rate. Participation in Matthews™ University increased by nearly 60% since 2025, reflecting the firm’s continued investment in talent development and long-term growth.

 

Since Chairman & CEO Kyle Matthews founded the firm in 2015, the conviction has been simple: long-term growth in commercial real estate depends not only on deal flow, but on developing the talent behind it. Too many aspiring brokers enter the business without real training, real mentorship, or a real foundation to build on. Matthews™ University was built to change that.

 

Beginning June 1, the eight-week training program continues to extend its coast-to-coast reach, offering participants access to 124 specially curated lessons and modules. Led by Matthews™ President David Harrington, executive leadership, top producers, and nationally recognized industry experts, the program covers investment sales, leasing, capital markets, professional development, and career readiness.

 

Harrington says Matthews™ University plays a defining role in shaping the culture, mindset, and discipline required to build a successful brokerage career.

 

“In commercial real estate, lasting success comes from relationships, and we build them by delivering real value to owners through market expertise, sourcing opportunities, and grit,” Harrington said. “Matthews University gives every agent that foundation, along with the mentorship and guidance to turn it into client relationships that last.”

 

Matthews™ University offers year-round training across more than 30 offices nationwide. For more information, please contact a Matthews™ specialized agent or visit www.matthews.com.

 

Matthews™, a commercial real estate investment services and technology firm, holds recognition as an industry leader in investment sales, leasing, and debt and structured finance. Based out of Nashville, TN, and strategically positioned with over 1,000 agents and employees in 30 offices across the United States, Matthews™ continues to focus on expansion into new markets. For more information, please visit www.matthews.com.