Meet Midd Cities' Principals
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Howard JacksonHoward Jackson has more than 30 years of experience in project management, construction management and a proven track record of exceeding client requirements. His expertise includes redevelopment and repositioning of industrial and warehouse properties. Jackson’s success in real estate acquisition and property revitalization is driven by focused, cost-effective marketing and leasing strategies and a commitment to excellent tenant relations. |
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Robert LafkasBob Lafkas’ commercial banking experience with Midwest regional banks spans more than three decades. He has worked with start-ups as well as publicly held NYSE and NASDAQ-listed companies. His banking expertise includes cash flow, decreasing leverage and industry trends. Lafkas’ understanding of risk tolerance and financing vehicles allows for proper financing structure and access to capital markets. His professional skills and achievements include increasing company profits, reducing leverage, expending capital and repositioning properties for growth. |
Regional and Professional Affiliations:
- Allied Construction Industries
- Association of General Contractors
- Building Owner & Managers Association
- CincinnatiUSA Regional Chamber of Commerce
- Commercial Real Estate Council of Greater Cincinnati
- Institute of Real Estate Management
- Middletown Chamber of Commerce
- Ohio Chamber of Commerce
- UC Real Estate Roundtable
- Urban Land Institute


