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Meet Our EIS Expert
Our Commercial Property Managers
Chris Savino, President
For almost 15 years my passion has been helping others create, manage and preserve their real estate wealth. As President and one of the commercial property managers of Equity Investment Services (EIS), an Orlando based full service commercial real estate investment advisory company, it is my mission to help clients maximize value through the acquisition, stabilization, and exit of their investment properties. We achieve these goals through a few distinct service lines; leasing, management, investment sales and insurance. Overseeing the day to day operations of the company, I am honored with the task of empowering, motivating and coaching the EIS team members. I’m always looking to help others grow beyond what they believed was possible.
I have a wide-ranging background in commercial real estate including investment sales, leasing, property management, development, loan workouts and court appointed receiverships.
Running three different real estate related companies keeps me busy. I am proud that all our businesses are increasing the value that we provide our clients.
I am actively involved with several charitable organizations in Central Florida and encourage team members to give back. EIS donates 1% of its annual profit to charity.
I am a Christian, a husband and a proud father of three.
Leah Kovachev, Principal, Chief Operating Officer
Leah Kovachev is the Chief Operating Officer at EIS. She is responsible for overseeing and improving the procedures, plans, and operations of the company. She provides leadership and strategic implementation of the company’s vision by working closely with all departments within EIS. Leah’s main goal is designing and implementing business operations that promote EIS’s mission and culture in central Florida property management.
Leah graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and has been an integral part of EIS since 2011
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Nick Barbato, Principal, Executive Vice President, Director of Sales and Leasing
Nick specializes in landlord representation, developer representation, site acquisitions, and tenant representation. He is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of more than 4,000,000 square feet of commercial property in central Florida, highlighting his expertise in property management. Graduating from the University of Central Florida with a double-major in Finance and Real Estate has helped Nick quickly adapt to the intricacies of commercial real estate. Other specialties include distressed assets, assemblages, dispositions, pre-construction leasing, and through his career has transacted more than $250,000,000 in commercial real estate value.
Prior to joining the EIS team, Nick founded the company Southern Commercial Partners, an independent commercial real estate brokerage where his primary focus was centered around site acquisitions and landlord representation. Nick is licensed as a Broker Associate with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. He is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers, NAIOP, and has served on the Board of Retail Live. Nick is the recipient of the CoStar Power Broker for Retail Leasing in 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, in addition to multiple quarterly Power Broker awards.
Kevin B. Logue, CPM, Vice President, Director of Commercial Property Management
Kevin leads an experienced team of property management professionals directing all operational aspects of the company’s property management portfolio of over 1,000,000 square feet of retail shopping center properties in central Florida. He has over 20 years of experience in property management including retail, office, and residential properties, as well as commercial condominiums. Kevin started his management career with Church Street Station, a landmark retail and entertainment complex in downtown Orlando.
Prior to joining Equity Investment Services, Kevin managed a portfolio of over 827,000 square feet of retail shopping center properties with Crossman & Company and was previously a property manager with Quest Company of Central Florida. Kevin earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Warrington College of Business Administration at the University of Florida, and he is a Certified Property Manager (CPM®) with the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM.)
Since joining the IREM Central Florida Chapter in 2011 Kevin has been an active member of the chapter executive council serving on the Membership, Website, and Legislative committees. He is a former chapter Secretary/Treasurer, the current President-Elect and will be the 2022 Chapter President. Kevin also currently serves on the IREM National Legislative and Public Policy committee and has for the past 4 years. Kevin was recently appointed as the Vice-Chair of the 2022 IREM National Legislative and Public Policy committee.
Angie Pedraza, Senior Property Accountant
Angie is the Senior Property Accountant for Equity Investment Services. She graduated from The University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting as well as an Associate degree in Business Administration and has been the Secretary for the Central Florida Chapter of Legal Administrators for several years. Angie has over 25 years’ experience in accounting and for the past 5 years, her concentration has been in property management. She has experience in both Commercial and Residential Real Estate Accounting. Angie currently handles a large portfolio of shopping centers in performing the entire accounting cycle and preparing the monthly financial packages.
Melissa Sanderson, Property Accountant
Melissa is the Property Accountant for Equity Investment Services, she works on and oversees a large portfolio of shopping centers across the state of Florida with a focus on accounts payable and accounts receivable as well as assisting with monthly financial packages. Melissa has over 20 years of Managerial experience in the Medical field ranging from billing, accounting, collections and developing new product policies and procedures. Her expertise and talent is a huge asset to the team.
Chris Mulder, Assistant Property Manager
Chris is an assistant property manager who comes to EIS with a diverse background focused on customer service and building relationships. He attended UCF and started his management career at Church Street Station and evolved to other venues in the Orlando area.
After about 15 years in the hospitality industry, he transitioned to the automotive industry where he furthered his professional career in the areas of sales, finance, and management before joining EIS. He also spent some time as a scuba diving instructor and a couple of years in residential real estate.
He actively enjoys giving back to the community through a variety of charitable organizations. One of his personal discoveries is that there are things he never thought were possible, can become possible with a change in mindset and a pursuit of “what if I can”.
Eric Portnoy, Senior Vice President
Eric Portnoy joined Equity Investment Services in January 2015. Eric leases a portfolio of anchored and unanchored shopping centers on behalf of his private clients. He also focuses on ground up development, redevelopment, and Tenant Representation. He’s a multiple time CoStar Power Broker Award Winner for Retail Leasing and is responsible for completing more than $100M in Transaction Value.
Prior to working in the commercial real estate industry, Eric was in sports broadcasting for over six years. His main client being Fox Sports Florida, he also worked for networks like ESPN, TNT, CBS, and Versus. Originally from South Florida, he’s been an Orlando native since 2007; graduating from the University of Central Florida.
Juan Jimenez, MSRE, CCIM, Vice President
Juan Jimenez is a Vice President at Equity Investment Services. Mr. Jimenez with his experience, work ethic and unique knowledge of the market effectively advises and serves his clients through their specific real estate needs. Mr. Jimenez is active in a broad range of activities including lease negotiations, sales transactions and financial analysis of investment properties. Additionally, Mr. Jimenez identifies strategic opportunities for his clients.
Prior to joining Equity Investment Services, Mr. Jimenez worked for over five years at NAI Realvest where he gained significant knowledge and experience early in his career. Mr. Jimenez was involved in 68 commercial real estate transactions totaling $57 million, quickly establishing his proficiency in the commercial real estate industry.
Previously, Mr. Jimenez worked for over three years with Orange County Government. In that role, he performed a variety of tasks that acquainted him with governmental procedures. Eventually Mr. Jimenez joined a consulting firm based in Orlando that provides governmental relations and business development services for large companies and small businesses. Mr. Jimenez co-founded a real estate investment company while in college and sold his first property when he was 20 years old. Mr. Jimenez is an active real estate investor.
Casey Dorner, Vice President
Casey a commercial property manager in EIS specializes in landlord representation, site acquisitions, investment sales, and tenant representation. Having worked in the real estate industry for nearly a decade, Casey’s career originated in managing sales & marketing operations for new construction developments throughout Central Florida; ultimately venturing into the retail division at his previous commercial real estate firm.
Casey joined Equity Investment Services in 2024 with a proven track record of generating results in the commercial real estate world, and continues to utilize his expertise to deliver exceptional service to his clients.
Erik Vasquez, Senior Associate
Erik Vasquez is a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience brokering deals within the commercial real estate industry. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive knowledge and expertise in retail contract negotiations which has enabled him to successfully complete numerous complex transactions.
A native to Tampa, FL, he moved to Orlando where he obtained his business degrees in both real estate and marketing from the University of Central Florida. After graduation, he started his career as an analyst at a local firm, where he quickly learned the ins and outs of the industry and honed his skills.
Erik is an avid pickleball player, enjoys exploring new trails on his bike, and plays piano and guitar in his spare time. He has also been a long-time benefactor for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and has mentored students through UCF’s College of Business Alumni Mentorship Program.
He is dedicated to providing the highest level of service to his clients in property management in Orlando Florida and committed to helping them achieve their real estate goals.
Ryan D'Agostino, Associate Agent
Ryan specializes in retail leasing and sales. He graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a major in Business Management-Entrepreneurship and Real Estate. Ryan is licensed as a Sales Associate with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation and is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers. Ryan currently leases a portfolio of retail centers throughout the Central Florida market.
Prior to joining the EIS team, Ryan co-founded Southern Commercial Partners. His focus was leasing high vacancy centers and locating local tenants for relocation. Ryan has extensive experience negotiating LOI’s and leases for both tenants and landlords. He is familiar with both the Central and SW Florida markets.
Andreas Steineger, MBA, Associate Agent
Andreas specializes in retail investments with his primary focus being Multi- Tenant Net Lease Properties across Central Florida. As part of the sales team Andreas has in recent years been part of sales of properties worth an average of $4,000,000 With a sports background, Andreas has a relentless approach to serving his clients during sales, but also before and after a sale.
Andreas was born and raised in Oslo, Norway before coming to University of Central Florida to pursue his academics as well as an athletic career in Soccer. After 5 years at UCF Andreas graduated with a B.S. degree in Finance and a master’s degree in business administration. With a unique background in the industry Andreas has demonstrated over the years outstanding results for his clients.
Danny Jaca, Associate Agent
Mr. Daniel Jaca is an Associate at Equity Investment Services specializing in Office and Industrial investment sales in Central Florida. Mr. Jaca works with a select group of clients, providing professional commercial real estate services to help them achieve their commercial real estate goals. With an extensive background transacting real estate in Florida and Puerto Rico, Mr. Jaca brings experience and value to all transactions he is involved in.
Daniel has a successful entrepreneurial background, starting and growing his own business with several locations in Central Florida. He brings a successful business mindset to the commercial real estate industry, delivering great results for his clients. His high level of commitment to client success, strong work ethic and determination are some of the qualities that contribute to his success.
Additionally, Daniel enjoys giving back to the local community via his charitable foundation with an annual back to school event. His efforts were recently recognized by the Mayor of Orlando, giving him a Proclamation declaration for helping over 2,300 local families yearly.
Originally from Puerto Rico, Mr. Jaca is fully bilingual in both English and Spanish.
Nick Quartarella, Associate Agent
Nick is an Associate at Equity Investment Services specializing in retail leasing. He is licensed as a Sales Associate with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation and currently leases a portfolio of retail centers throughout the Central Florida market.
Prior to joining the EIS team Nick owned and operated multiple business from storefront to agricultural projects. He has purchased and developed large parcels of land in his time working in agriculture. With many years in business and sales he has developed superior communication skills especially when dealing with the needs of other investors and business owners.
Richard Wagner, Associate Agent
Richard, born and raised in Central Florida, serves as a dedicated Commercial Real Estate Agent focusing on office property sales. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Central Florida and gained valuable experience through a two-year internship with an investment sales team.
Richard’s comprehensive understanding of finance and practical exposure equip him to comprehend clients’ needs and deliver personalized solutions in office property sales. His deep-rooted connection to the local community motivates him to assist investors and businesses in finding their ideal commercial property.
