Tony DeSisto

President
Executive Team
Tampa, FL
[email protected]
As President, Tony DeSisto oversees the day-to-day functioning of the firm’s core business, the executive team, the individual business lines, and the execution of Franklin Street’s strategic vision. Under his leadership, the firm has grown to 12 offices and completed the acquisition of Hodges Ward Elliott. DeSisto works closely with the CEO to define and implement firm wide initiatives and strategic goals with a focus on increasing revenue, delivering shareholder value, and providing the firm’s brokers and employees with wealth generation opportunities through the growth of the company, while fostering and enhancing the firm’s culture. 
 
DeSisto also holds the title of COO and has implemented changes helping the firm become scalable and has been instrumental in recruiting top talent to the firm to position it for current and future success. Previously,  DeSisto served as Franklin Street’s VP of Operations and Senior Counsel. 
 
An experienced entrepreneur,  prior to joining Franklin Street, DeSisto managed a private law practice where he worked with small businesses and was the co-founder of the software company Citizinvestor, the first online crowdfunding platform dedicated solely to public and community infrastructure projects. He also previously owned and operated four fast-casual restaurants in the Tampa Bay area. His diverse background provides him the experience and background to successfully to lead negotiations,  investment strategy, and corporate acquisitions and asset sales for Franklin Street.
 
DeSisto is actively involved with numerous boards and committees for state and local government. He has served on the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors, as the Vice Chairman of the City of Tampa’s Citizen Advisory Budget Committee, and as a Commissioner for the Florida State Boxing Commission. He lives in South Tampa with his wife Courtney and their five children.
EDUCATION

DeSisto received his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University and a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Bates College.

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 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.