Patrick Ward

Account Executive
Office
Occupier Services
Atlanta, GA
[email protected]

Patrick Ward is an account executive for Franklin Street and a seasoned commercial real estate professional with broad experience managing corporate portfolios across the United States and internationally. In his prior role as a Senior Transaction Manager with Savills Global Occupier Services, he led transactions in more than 30 countries and all major U.S. markets, advising clients on lease negotiations, dispositions, M&A integration, and portfolio optimization.  

Ward is passionate about finding creative approaches and tailored solutions that help organizations utilize their real estate as a tool to drive operational efficiencies, streamline costs, and enhance the workplace experience for their people. His track record includes advising Fortune 500 companies and high-growth firms across a range of industries.  

In addition to his real estate work, Ward serves as Executive Director of the CFO Forum, a quarterly roundtable in partnership with Emory University’s Goizueta Business School that provides leading networking and education for finance leaders. Before transitioning into real estate, he worked in politics, serving in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Georgia General Assembly. Patrick lives in East Cobb with his wife, Megan, and their two dogs. 

 

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.