The Sobrato Organization's Matt Sonsini, Rob Hollister Discuss Future Of Company, Trends To Watch
July 9, 2018

The Sobrato Organization's Matt Sonsini,
Rob Hollister Discuss Future Of Company,
Trends To Watch

Hear from The Sobrato Organization Chairman Emeritus John A. Sobrato about the importance of philanthropy and social responsibility in CRE at Bisnow's West Coast Office Leasing & Development Conference.

The Sobrato Organization is under new leadership after naming Matt Sonsini as its CEO. Sonsini has been with the organization since 2008 and most recently served as chief investment officer.

Bisnow caught up with Sonsini and The Sobrato Organization President, Real Estate Rob Hollister to find out more about the company's future, CRE trends worth watching and how the leadership team will continue the company's philanthropic mission. Philanthropy and social…

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