With more than 30 years of negotiation experience and nearly two decades specializing in investment real estate, Reza Ghobadi is a trusted advisor to investors, developers, and institutions across Los Angeles County. He focuses on the acquisition and disposition of multifamily properties and development land throughout Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, and the Tri-Cities markets of Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena. Since launching his commercial real estate career in 2006, Ghobadi has built a reputation for delivering strategic guidance, maximizing asset value, and successfully navigating complex transactions. He was recognized as Rookie of the Year early in his career and has consistently ranked among the firm’s top producers, culminating in his promotion to Executive Vice President in 2022. Prior to joining Colliers, Ghobadi was an entrepreneur who owned and operated a successful hospitality and transportation company employing more than 50 professionals. This operational background provides him with a unique owner’s perspective, allowing him to advise clients not only as a broker, but as a business strategist focused on long-term investment performance.

Jim Jacobsen, who began with Colliers in 2018, is a marketing and administrative professional with many years of experience in commercial real estate, including JLL, Trammell Crow and CBRE.  Jim is a graduate of California State University, Northridge, a licensed Real Estate Salesperson, and winner of the Colliers 2021 Employee of the Year Award for Greater Los Angeles.

Ryan Maanek helps clients align their real estate decisions - whether buying, selling, or holding - with their broader financial goals, offering thoughtful, strategic guidance throughout the process. With a BA in Economics and a minor in Real Estate from California State University, Northridge, Ryan brings a strong analytical perspective to real estate advisory. He plays a key role in expanding the team’s presence in Burbank and Glendale by cultivating new client relationships and identifying market opportunities.

Anthony Steele focuses on advising investment clients in the multifamily space. Known for his dedication and personable approach, Anthony is committed to building meaningful, long-term relationships with clients, not just closing deals. He sees listening as his greatest strength and takes pride in delivering exactly what his clients need when they need it. With a BA in Psychology from Loyola Marymount University and international experience at Gonzaga University in Florence, Anthony brings both emotional intelligence and a global perspective to the business. He approaches each transaction with care, clear communication, and a deep respect for client priorities.

Hafsa Ahmed has over a decade of marketing experience and business development oversight. Hafsa previously excelled in critical leadership roles at both CBRE and Cushman & Wakefield. Hafsa’s established track record of driving innovation, combined with her profound understanding of the Los Angeles region’s market, equips her to seamlessly build upon the exceptional foundation laid by our Greater Los Angeles Marketing professionals.