Kaylan Knitowski

Associate Director
Investment Sales
Investment Sales, Leasing
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Kaylan Knitowski is an Associate Director on Franklin Street’s Retail Investment Sales Team based in Miami, Florida. She focuses on the acquisition and disposition of value add, unanchored retail centers and single tenant net lease assets nationwide, with a concentration across the Southeast Sunbelt.

She also serves as the tenant representative for 7 Brew Coffee as well as other brands, in Miami Dade and Monroe County, leading site selection and expansion for one of the fastest growing drive thru concepts in the country.

Kaylan advises private owners, family offices, and developers on strategic acquisitions and dispositions, with a focus on uncovering off market opportunities and creating competitive deal environments that drive pricing and liquidity. Since entering the industry in October 2022, Kaylan has closed over $60 million in retail investment transactions and continues to scale her platform across both investment sales and tenant representation. In addition to her brokerage business, Kaylan has developed a strong digital presence, generating over 20 million impressions across social media. She leverages this platform to expand deal flow, build relationships, and connect with investors nationwide, creating a modern, relationship driven approach to commercial real estate.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
  • Member of International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)

EDUCATION

  • University of Miami, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The Franklin Street experience

Ralph Smalley
I’ve worked with prominent investors across the spectrum throughout my career and having the ability to deliver tailored solutions, full-service capabilities across the lifecycle of an investment—including in-house insurance services— is a significant advantage and exactly what clients are looking for in today’s opportunity filled market
Chris White
Executive Managing Director
Franklin Street’s people-first approach and integrated platform create a unique opportunity to deliver more than real estate transactions by providing strategic guidance for the entire lifecycle of an occupier’s needs.
Rafael Romero
Regional Managing Director
The collaborative environment and excitement around where Franklin Street is today—and where we are going—is palpable and unlike anything else in our industry. Talent is the heartbeat of this business and we’re going to recruit growth-minded people with a hunger for—and track record of— excellence to join our us.
Chibuzor Nnaji
Senior Managing Director
Franklin Street is a client-focused firm dedicated to delivering best-in-class results through tailored commercial real estate solutions. By integrating investment sales with insurance, property management, and other strategic services, we provide clients with a comprehensive platform that creates a distinct competitive advantage.
Jason Donald
Managing Director
Franklin Street offers what I’ve sought throughout my career—a high growth trajectory and a culture that is unlike any other in our industry. We’re targeting high-impact, institutional deals, and no other firm gives you more tools, talent and support to get it done.
Justin Sturdivant
Regional Managing Director
Franklin Street’s unique and strategic platform provides its producers with the tools we need to exceed client expectations. This, combined with the ability to connect clients with all our services for the entire lifecycle of their assets, will result in better outcomes.