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Will Lead MSC Commercial Division as Director Scott Cietek has joined Michael Saunders & Company as director of the company’s commercial real estate division, bringing with him over 30 years of experience in commercial and residential lending, real estate and economic and community development. Cietek will oversee a team of agents and staff with expertise in all classes of commercial properties and property management spanning the Gulf Coast region as well as the Orlando market. “I believe the Gulf Coast and Orlando markets are performing at a normal level, and 2019 will be a very good year based on our current book of business,” said Cietek. “Our MSC Commercial agents are fully engaged in the marketplace and securing deals daily. The expectation is that will continue moving into the first quarter of the new year.” A native of upstate New York, Cietek most recently served as Vice President of Economic Development for Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority. Within that role, he was involved in site selection, SBA financing and governmental approvals for over $1.5B (8 million square feet) and helping small and large companies relocate or expand in the market area. His passion for supporting his community’s infrastructure via the growth of local enterprises also earned him a reputation as rainmaker when he held the Executive Director position at the County Incubator, continuously bringing in new opportunities and ultimately helping his hometown thrive. He cites the Michael Saunders & Company values and culture as driving factors for his choice in relocating for his position. “I am very excited to be part of the Michael Saunders & Company team,” said Cietek. “Michael and Drayton have done an incredible job nurturing a culture where agents and staff can succeed by providing outstanding resources and support. It’s easy to see why we are a leader in our marketplace.” Cietek relocated to Venice with his wife, Nora, and holds a real estate degree from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute. They have three children; Zachary and twin daughters Kendall and Mackenzie, all of whom have embarked on their own professional paths. Please direct all inquiries to Samantha Emelock at SamanthaEmelock@MichaelSaunders.com Connect with Michael Saunders & Company and join the conversation at: Michael Saunders & Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarasotaRE/ Twitter: @MichaelSaunders Instagram: @MichaelSaundersRE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SarasotaRE About Michael Saunders & Company In its fifth decade of innovative and progressive service to Southwest Florida, Michael Saunders & Company has grown into a network of 24 full-service real estate offices—with nearly 700 agents and 200 support team members spanning the Gulf Coast region. International brokerage affiliations with Christie’s International Real Estate, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, Luxury Portfolio International and Mayfair International Realty extend the company’s message to qualified buyers globally. Headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., Michael Saunders & Company affords customers the most comprehensive range of real estate services in the Southwest Florida marketplace. These include mortgage, title, insurance and relocation services, a commercial real estate division and full-service rental and property management capabilities. Through the philanthropic efforts of our agents and staff, we are very proud to give back to the communities we serve through our MSC Foundation. For more information about Michael Saunders & Company, please call 1-888-552-5228 or visit us at michaelsaunders.com.