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Matthew E. Drane has joined Caton Commercial Real Estate as vice president of broker development

Caton Commercial Names VP of Broker Development

Caton Commercial Real Estate Group, based in Naperville, IL, has appointed Matthew E. Drane as the new VP of broker development. Drane will oversee production, recruiting, and the training and development of Caton’s commercial real estate brokerage across multiple office locations. 

Throughout his career, Drane has collaborated with hundreds of investment sales agents and loan originators nationwide. He has transacted more than $400 million in sales and has brokered or acquired (directly or indirectly) more than 50 commercial assets.  

As an investor, he is actively acquiring and improving existing real estate, both commercial and residential, and is also purchasing mortgage notes and developing land, both urban and rural. 

“We are beyond thrilled to add Matthew to the Caton team,” said Amy J. Hall, COO of Caton Commercial Real Estate Group. “His success in recruiting and team development brings tremendous value to our platform.” 

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