CAREER SUMMARY

Rick Stoes has excelled in commercial construction and real estate since the age of 21. He first earned a commercial contractor license and then transitioned into brokerage, founding the Venture Real Estate & Development Corporation. During the past 16 years, Rick has become an accomplished broker, serving communities throughout Southern New Mexico and the City of El Paso.

Rick’s specialties range from retail tenant and landlord representation to site selection and build-to-suit facilitations. He has represented such national retailers as Home Depot, Sonic, Smiths Food & Drug, Kinko’s and Subway.

An experienced construction contractor, Rick offers his clients unique insight into every aspect of their real estate transactions, from site proposals to property development. He evaluates lot requirements, utility specifications, completion schedules, building cost projections, and other facility-related issues. This expertise helps ensure exceptional counsel and results.

Whether brokering a 1500 square-foot fast-food franchise or a 55,000 square-foot supermarket, Rick is equally excited about every project he undertakes. His unique strengths coupled with enthusiasm contribute to his success.

EDUCATION & AWARDS

1. Licensed New Mexico Broker
2. Licensed New Mexico Commercial Contractor
3. New Mexico State University
4. Phoenix Institute of Technology and Architecture

PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS

1. Member, National Association of Realtors
2. Member, Commercial Association of Realtors New Mexico (CARNM)
3. Member, New Mexico Leasing Information Network (LIN)
4. Member, National Association of Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP)
5. Member, International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
6. Member, Realtors Association of New Mexico (RANM)
7. Member, Las Cruces Association of Realtors (LCAR)
8. Member, Las Cruces Downtown Revitalization
9. Member, Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce
10. Member, Farm Bureau
11. Past President, La Mesa Lions
12. Chairman, Dona Ana Council of Lions Clubs