Lee & Associates promoted Tony Russo to executive vice president from senior vice president in the company’s Rosemont, Illinois, office.
With more than 26 years of experience in suburban Chicago commercial real estate, Russo specializes in delivering results across office, medical, and flex properties. Since joining Lee & Associates of Illinois in 2020, he has led the office brokerage team while advising landlords, tenants, buyers, and sellers on acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing strategies.
Russo is particularly known for successfully repositioning and leasing high-vacancy assets, creating value where others see challenges. His ownership experience as a real estate investor gives him a distinct, entrepreneurial edge in negotiations and deal structuring.
Russo has successfully completed 3+ million square feet of lease and sale transactions with $500+ million in total transaction value. Russo’s strategic mindset, deep market knowledge, and relentless work ethic make him a trusted advisor for clients seeking measurable results.
Russo is a licensed Illinois Managing Broker and a member of the Northern Illinois Commercial Association of Realtors (NICAR).
