Starbuck to lead producer development and support growth across Florida.
TAMPA, Florida (June 27, 2025) –
Today, Franklin Street, a national and fully integrated commercial real estate services firm headquartered in Tampa, Florida, announced it hired Blake Starbuck as sales director for its Insurance Services division. In this role, Starbuck will oversee producer development and training initiatives across the state, with a strategic focus on recruitment and market expansion.
“I’m excited to help producers new to the industry develop their entrepreneurial spirit and excel in their careers,” Blake Starbuck, sales director, Franklin Street, said. “Franklin Street’s collaborative culture and platform are what attract producers to the firm and it’s what was appealing to me about this opportunity. I look forward to helping our producers grow their books of business while reinforcing our mission to protect and create value for commercial real estate owners.”
Starbuck will support new producers as they build activity pipelines, with an emphasis on coaching, accountability, and growth planning. He will also work closely with leadership to identify development opportunities in key Florida markets and support recruiting efforts companywide.
“Blake brings the right combination of experience, leadership and mindset to support the next generation of top producers at Franklin Street,” Matt Harrell, president of Insurance Services for Franklin Street, said. “As Franklin Street grows, investing in our people will continue to be a priority for us. Blake will play a key role in strengthening our sales culture and accelerating our long-term growth.”
Starbuck brings nearly two decades of experience to the role, most recently serving as sales training and development leader for the Marsh McLennan Agency across Florida. He began his career with Bouchard Insurance and has built a reputation for helping producers succeed and scale their books of business. Starbuck is a Tampa native and a recognized industry leader in sales development and mentorship. His understanding of the Florida insurance market and experience guiding producer success make him an asset as the firm enters its next phase of growth.
Franklin Street is a leading provider of insurance solutions for commercial real estate, serving more than 600,000 multifamily units and covering 100 million+ square feet and $75 billion in assets nationwide. The division offers integrated, industry-specific coverage tailored to the needs of owners, investors, developers, and operators. As part of Franklin Street’s full-service platform, the insurance team works in close alignment with brokerage, capital advisory, and property management to deliver comprehensive risk management strategies.
The firm continues to expand its platform and service offerings to meet rising demand nationwide. It recently opened a Nashville office and has set its sights on Dallas for its next expansion market. Franklin Street is also increasing its presence and service offerings across its business lines in existing markets in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa.
About Franklin Street:
Founded in 2006 during one of the toughest real estate climates, Franklin Street focused on delivering value-added solutions to meet the evolving needs of clients. Through a collaborative philosophy of leveraging the resources, expertise, and experience of each of its lines of business, Franklin Street has grown to include seven business divisions – Investment Sales, Tenant and Landlord Representation, Capital Advisory, Insurance, Property Management and Project Management. Franklin Street offers unmatched value and optimal solutions for clients nationwide. Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., the firm has teams located in top markets throughout the country and works with owners and occupiers of commercial real estate nationwide. Learn more about Franklin Street at FranklinSt.com.
