Mr. Bieri earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Western Michigan University and a law degree from the Detroit College of Law. Mr. Bieri has provided a variety of services from business expansion planning to project leasing for some of the world’s most renowned retailers.
He holds the designations of International Council of Shopping Centers Senior Certified Leasing
Specialist and Certified Retail Real Estate Professional (CRRP), and is a member of various professional, educational and
civic organizations including the Urban Land Institute. He has served as Co-Chair of the Detroit Land Institute District
Council and has served on the Board of Directors of the
Detroit Athletic Club. Mr. Bieri also has served as Detroit
Athletic Club Secretary and is a member of the Country
Club of Detroit.
He is a frequent speaker at retail real estate events and is often quoted in various retail and business publications.
Jim Stokas’ career as a retail broker began with Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate, Los Angeles in 1980. Jim was Vice President of the CB Richard Ellis Los Angeles in 1990, where he was transferred to the CB Richard Ellis Southfield, Michigan office to shore up the Michigan retail department, and acted as Senior Vice President of retail and assumed retail mentorship responsibilities. In 1999, he was recruited and joined Trammell Crow’s Detroit Retail Division as Senior Vice President. Jim is a native of City of Detroit.
With the formation of Stokas Realty Advisors in 2001, and being the founder of X Team Retail Advisors, Jim continues to be active in retail real estate, negotiating deals for marquis retailers and developing site strategies for locations in the Detroit Metro MSA and outstate Michigan. He is recognized as a top retail broker nationally by his peers and clients.
Mr. Bieri graduated from Purdue University in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management. Upon graduation from Purdue, Alex lived in Chicago and worked at the printing giant RR Donnelley.
Mr. Bieri is a licensed Real Estate Associate Broker in Michigan. He is a member of the International Council of Shopping Center (ICSC) and is currently the ICSC Michigan Membership Chairman and is a past Michigan State Next Generation Chair. Alex is a member of the Real Estate Answer Forum and X Team Retail Advisors. Alex is a member of the Detroit Athletic Club. He enjoys running, playing golf and handball.
Mr. Zeid saves clients time and money by applying his knowledge of relationship management strategies, negotiation techniques, and property and construction management acumen within all facets of the real estate industry, creating a true comprehensive understanding of the commercial real estate industry.
Mr. Zeid graduated from Western Michigan University in 2011 with a degree in marketing, and double minors in psychology and imaging. He is a member of many local and national groups and is PAC certified through BOMI International. In his spare time, he enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his wife Emily and daughters Hailey and Nora Leigh.
Mr. von Schwarz graduated from the University of Michigan in 1995 with a B.S. in economics and concentration in money and banking. He has been working in real estate finance, development, and management for over 20 years.
Mr. von Schwarz is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and has been involved with the Urban Land Institute. In his spare time he enjoys golfing and tennis. Sean is married to his wife Angela and they have one child Meghan.
Upon graduating cum laude from the University of Toledo College of Law in 1987, Mr. Ames worked at the law firm of Schwartz, Kelm, Warren & Rubenstein. During his five years there, Mr. Ames worked primarily in the real estate division, concentrating on commercial leasing and general business law. A majority of his time was spent negotiating leases for The Limited, Inc., The Art Works, Art Explosion and The Steak Escape, as well as other regional retailers.
Mr. Ames is a licensed Real Estate Broker and a member of the Michigan Bar Association and the International Council of Shopping Centers.
While working she earned an associate’s degree in business management from Macomb Community College in 2000. Mrs. Gogola has a great understanding of the intricate workings of the business. Mrs. Gogola is a licensed Real Estate Agent in the State of Michigan. She is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers. Mrs. Gogola is also a licensed Esthetician in the State of Michigan.
In addition to her position with Stokas Bieri Real Estate, Ms. Byatt is a multidisciplinary artist who exhibits extensively in the Detroit area as well as nationally.
Her enthusiasm extends beyond client interactions—she thrives on managing the behind-the-scenes details that keep transactions running smoothly. Theresa’s interest in real estate began early, inspired by her father’s involvement in the field through his auto parts and gas station businesses, as well as rental properties. This early exposure laid the foundation for her successful real estate journey.