Tom Rybak

Chief Platform Officer
Executive Team
Tampa, FL
[email protected]
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Tom Rybak serves as Franklin Street’s Chief Platform Officer, overseeing the company’s information technology operation and organization. He leads the coordination, decision making and planning of the IT department as well as provides direction and support for IT solutions by working closely with company executives to identify and implement cost-effective technology solutions for Franklin Street.

Since joining the company in 2011, Mr. Rybak has integrated a diverse range of technologies and is leading the development and management of Franklin Street’s Enterprise Resource Planning software.  This proprietary platform serves as the company’s customer relationship management system, system of record and data mining platform.  

With more than 10 years in the field, Mr. Rybak previously worked served as Senior Network Engineer for The Bank of Tampa, where he leveraged his knowledge of hardware, software, and web technologies in a variety of roles from help desk support to maintaining an electronic banking site with assets totaling more than $1 billion.

In 2002, Mr. Rybak established a very successful technology news and review website. As the President and Chief Editor, Mr. Rybak and his staff covered a broad spectrum of computer hardware, software, industry analysis, and nearly all aspects of high-performance computing.

ACCOLADES
  • Corporate Employee of the Year – Franklin Street, 2012, 2013  
  • Biggest Impact – Franklin Street, 2012
  • Outstanding Contributor – Franklin Street 2011, 2012
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
  • Technology Committee Member – Academy Prep Center of Tampa
EDUCATION
  • Boston University, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology

The Franklin Street experience

Hear directly from our clients.

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.