Ken is a Co-Principal of Vanguard-Fine, LLC and a partner in the Schenectady, NY based real estate developer Wood Partners. He has been in the commercial real estate business for    over 17 years in the capacity of a broker, developer and advisor.

His work in the real estate industry has been enhanced by his well rounded experience in the industry, as well as his personal interests as a developer. From this varied experience, Mr. Brownell has a unique perspective in finding comprehensive solutions to his client’s real estate needs.

For the fiscal year ended 2008, Vanguard-Fine, was responsible for total brokerage lease and sale transactions in excess of $90 million and more than $5 million in development projects. 

Prior to entering the real estate industry, Mr. Brownell was the President and CEO of Help Wanted Publications, Inc., a northeastern regional trade publisher.

Ken is a graduate of the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York with a Bachelor’s of Science with a concentration in Finance and Accounting and a minor in Computer Science.  Ken serves on the Board of Advisors of the College of St. Rose Business School.

Ken served on the Board of Directors of the Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Brokers (CIREB), and Albany, NY based network of commercial real estate brokers.  He is the Past President of CIREB serving as the President during 2004.

Ken is an active community volunteer, currently serving on the Town of Guilderland's Ethics Board and he is also on the Town of Guilderland's Zoning Review Committee, which is currently reviewing the town's planning, zoning and making recommendations for changes.

 Barry is a Co-Principal of Vanguard-Fine, LLC, a partner in the Schenectady, NY based real estate developer Wood Partners and a partner in Albany, NY based Safe Storage, Inc., a regional operator of self storage facilities.  He has been in the commercial real estate business for over 20 years in the capacity of a broker, developer and advisor.

His work in the real estate industry has been enhanced by his well rounded experience in the industry, as well as his personal interests as a developer. Mr. Feinman has successfully developed over 500,000 square feet of buildings for his personal and family real estate holdings.

For the fiscal year ended 2008, Vanguard-Fine, was responsible for total brokerage lease and sale transactions in excess of $90 million and more than $5 million in development projects.

Prior to entering the real estate industry, Mr. Feinman owned a number of retail outlets in shopping malls.

Barry graduated from the University at Albany in Albany, New York.

Barry is also involved in the New York State Self Storage Association, serving on the Board of Directors and having been its' past President during 2002 and 2005.

Barry is also on the Board of Directors of the Albany Jewish Community Center (JCC) and currently serves as the Vice President.

Paul Bulmer is a Senior Director of Real Estate and Associate Broker with Vanguard-Fine, LLC.

Prior to joining Vanguard-Fine, Paul was a Director of Real Estate for Stewart's Shops, a $1 billion convenience store chain in Upstate New York & New England.  Prior to Stewart's, Paul was a Director Real Estate for McDonald's Corp., acquiring new store sites in New York State.  Paul has also been employed by the State of New York's Office of General Services (OGS) and the United Realty Group in Albany.

Paul is a graduate of the State University of New York at Potsdam.

Paul serves on the Board of Directors of the Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Brokers (CIREB), and Albany, NY based network of commercial real estate brokers. Additionally he serves on the Board of Directors for the North Albany YMCA.

 Alex joined Vanguard Fine in 2003.  Since then, he has successfully brokered over 800,000 sq. ft. of real estate, translating into over $100 Million in total volume.

Alex specializes in all aspects of retail brokerage and has extensive experience in selling, leasing, tenant representation, business sales, development and consulting.  He has worked with multiple national chains including CVS, Burger King, Mobil Exxon, AJ Wright, Dollar Tree and Radio Shack.

Alex currently serves on the Board of Directors of Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Brokers (CIREB), an Albany, NY based network of commercial real estate brokers. 

Prior to Vanguard-Fine, Alex worked with other real estate companies where he received numerous awards.  Alex has a strong sales oriented background which includes five years of experience with inside and outside sales and marketing ranging from national sales of products like IBM and Best Software, to local outside sales of home improvement products.   Alex utilizes his well rounded sales experience to further enhance his real estate career.

Alex graduated from the University at Albany with a degree in communications.  While attending college, he participated in NCAA Division I Track & Field competition. 

Along with his work at Vanguard-Fine, Alex is an investor in a multiple of real estate projects as well as a co-owner of a 5,000 sq. ft. full service Laundromat in Albany.

Gordon Heeps is a Director of Real Estate and Associate Broker with Vanguard- Fine, LLC.

Gordon joined Vanguard – Fine, LLC in January of 2006, since joining Gordon has been calibrating his skills and knowledge in Tenant and Landlord representation, site selection, financial analysis, the development process, and traditional existing real estate transactions.  

Prior to joining Vanguard – Fine, Gordon studied at the American University of Paris, Paris France and graduated from Pace University in New York City. He majored in International Management and Economics.  Before beginning his career in Real Estate, Gordon has both Managed and owned restaurants in New York City as well as Paris while he attended University. He began his Real Estate career at Prudential Blake Manor Homes where he led in Listings and Sales.

Within his short time at Vanguard-Fine, Gordon has worked with numerous National Companies as well as local financial establishments. He has strong knowledge of the vast New York State market as well as Vermont, Western Massachusetts and Northern Pennsylvania.

Gordon owns multiple investment properties in the Albany Area and is an active member of his community. He contributes to numerous capital district charities and is a regular volunteer at the V.A. Hospital.

Steve Lerner is a Director of Real Estate and Associate Broker with Vanguard-Fine, LLC. He is a graduate of Bryant College where he   received a bachelor’s degree in business with a major concentration in Industrial management. 

 S  Steve has been a recognized and respected professional in the real estate and mortgage banking industries since he joined Roberts Real Estate in 1983. He quickly moved on to multi family and commercial property sales and held several management positions until moving on to mortgage organizations and National Savings Bank and commercial business development at Cohoes Savings.

In 2001 Steve co founded the First Rate Funding Corporation where, as executive Vice President, he built a staff of over 20 people, two offices, (Albany and Saratoga) and a closed loan volume of over $150,000,000. In 2005 he joined the commercial real estate financing firm of Axiom Capital, Inc., where he originated over $40,000,000 in retail, multi family, office, and light industrial financing.

Steve has served on several Boards and committees with organizations such as the Center for Disability Services and currently serves on the Albany Jewish Community Center’s Board of Directors. He resides in Albany, NY with his wife Nancy and their two children, Jennifer and Matthew.

Gina Sacco joined Vanguard-Fine, LLC in October of 2007. As the Office Manager she is in charge of marketing strategies, communications and office administration for the company.

Gina is also a New York State Licensed Notary.

Gina attended the University at Albany where she majored in Communications Studies and Business Administration.

Prior to joining Vanguard-Fine, Gina worked as a site coordinator for Rafanelli Events in Boston, MA.

 Chris Farrell joined Vanguard- Fine in August of 2010. 

 Prior to joining Vanguard- Fine, Chris graduated from at Siena College in Loudonville, NY, with a major in Business and Marketing.  While at Siena College, Chris worked with the Department of Residential Life as a Resident Assistant, and a band Manager for the Siena College Pep Band.  Before starting in Real Estate, Chris worked for Robinson Ace Hardware in Guilderland, NY as Director of Business to Business Sales.   

 Chris also works for Siena College Athletics as the Director of the Pep Band.

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