Rafael Mendez, CCIM

Meet Rafael Mendez, Senior Associate at Colliers in Orlando. Specialist in industrial and office investment sales, landlord/tenant rep, and commercial advisory.

Specialties & Commercial Focus

• Investment Sales Brokerage: Strategic acquisition and disposition of middle-market commercial assets.

• Landlord Representation: Leasing, asset positioning, and tenant retention for Industrial and Flex properties.

• Tenant Representation: Site selection, lease negotiations, and workplace strategy for Industrial and Flex occupiers.

Primary Property Types

• Industrial Facilities & Distribution Logistics

• Commercial & Suburban Office Complexes

• Flexible Space & Business Parks (Flex Properties)

Core Market Coverage

• Greater Orlando Metropolitan Area & Surrounding Central Florida Markets

Languages Spoken

• English (Native / Professional)

• Spanish (Native / Professional)

Executive Biography Rafael Mendez serves as a Senior Associate with Colliers in Orlando, Florida, specializing in the mid-market acquisition, disposition, and leasing of industrial and office properties throughout Central Florida. Dedicated to delivering institutional-quality advisory services, Rafael guides property owners, institutional investors, and corporate occupiers through complex real estate transactions with a steadfast focus on long-term value creation, risk mitigation, and seamless execution.

Rafael launched his real estate career in 2015, initially working alongside private investors within the residential real estate sector before expanding his focus into commercial brokerage. This comprehensive background equips him with a deep understanding of capital deployment, asset performance metrics, and portfolio optimization. By pairing hyper-local market intelligence with the global resources and distribution platform of Colliers, Rafael provides clients with forward-thinking, data-driven real estate solutions.

Known for his client-first philosophy and disciplined advisory style, Rafael emphasizes transparent communication, set expectations, and strategic planning. Whether assisting a landlord with stabilizing a multi-tenant flex park or helping an occupier negotiate a complex industrial lease, he acts as a trusted partner committed to achieving his clients' broader business goals.

A long-time resident of Altamonte Springs, Florida, Rafael lives with his wife, Andrea, and their three children. Deeply invested in his community, he actively supports philanthropic organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, the Special Olympics, and the United Way.

Notable Corporate & Institutional Clients

• Frank Gay Services

• Regency Disaster Response Team

• CODA Octopus Products Ltd.

• State Farm Insurance

• United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties

Professional Designations & Industry Leadership

• Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM): Elite commercial real estate designation signaling expertise in financial and market analysis.

• CFCAR Leadership: Central Florida Commercial Association of Realtors® — Immediate Past President (2025), President (2024), Secretary & President-Elect (2023).

• Florida CCIM Chapter Board Member: Central District Board Member (2021–2024); Mentorship Chair (2022–2024); State Level Young Professionals Network (2021–2022).

• Active Professional Affiliations: National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP), National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), Florida Association of REALTORS® Commercial Alliance, Commercial Real Estate Development Association (CREDA), and Urban Land Institute (ULI).

Educational Background

• CCIM Institute: Completed CI 101–104 Financial & Market Analysis Curriculum

• Keiser University: Associate of Science (A.S.) in Health Sciences

Colliers began in Australia in 1976 and later grew into a global business with roots that also trace back to earlier Canadian real estate operations. The company now operates through three business lines: commercial real estate, engineering, and investment management. Its commercial real estate work covers transaction advisory, capital markets, valuation, debt finance, property management, loan servicing, and outsourcing solutions. Through Harrison Street Asset Management, the company also provides investment management services tied to alternatives, infrastructure, real estate, and credit.