Don McBirney
Senior Associate, Colliers
Oakland, CA 94612
Active in the Oakland Metro office market in leasing and sales
Phone (510) 433-5847
Mobile (510) 289-1698
Active in the Oakland Metro office market in leasing and sales
Specialties
Investment Sales Broker, Landlord Rep (Office), Landlord Rep (Retail), Tenant Rep (Office), Tenant Rep (Retail)
Property Types
Office, Retail, Flex
Markets
East Bay/Oakland
Languages
English
Bio
Don, an office broker specializing in the East Bay region, particularly the Oakland Metro area, Emeryville, Berkeley, and Alameda, represents both office landlords and tenants. Recognizing the significance of real estate decisions for his tenant clients, he delves deep into understanding their requirements, translating them into a comprehensive list of top-tier options. For his landlord clients, Don’s focus on excellent service revolves around aggressively optimizing property returns.
Before joining Colliers, Don spent 25 years as a financial investment advisor at esteemed firms such as Lehman Brothers, Smith Barney, Oppenheimer, and Sterne Agee. This extensive background provided him with a comprehensive understanding of business operations, serving clientele similar to those in his current real estate portfolio—an experience that proves immensely valuable in connecting clients with optimal real estate solutions.
Don finds immense satisfaction in contributing to his clients’ financial well-being through successful negotiations. His fierce determination shines through as he strives to secure the sharpest deals possible for his tenant clients across various domains.
During his leisure time, Don’s interests revolve mainly around sports, travel, and music. He enjoys activities like tennis, softball, and running, showing enthusiastic support for local teams and following their performances with great zeal.
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