Unger Earns Certified Leasing Specialist (CLS) Designation

NAI Norris, Beggs & Simpson Real Estate Broker J.J. Unger has earned the Certified Leasing Specialist (CLS) designation through the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). He is the first NAI NBS broker to achieve the designation, which is a symbol of leadership and accomplishment and recognizes in-depth insight into every aspect of the shopping center industry.

Founded in 1994, the CLS program was designed to elevate professional standards, enhance individual performance and designate those who demonstrate knowledge essential to the practices of shopping center leasing. CLS designees must have at least four years of experience in shopping center leasing and pass a written exam; they must also maintain the designation through continuing education.

Unger joined NAI NBS in 2006 and has brokered a number of significant retail transactions in the Portland metro area, including John’s Incredible Pizza’s recent 46,212 sf lease at Washington Green Shopping Center.

Unger holds a BS in business administration from Colorado State University and is chair of the Portland chapter of ICSC’s Next Generation group for young professionals. He has completed Leasing I and Leasing II Institutes through ICSC’s John T. Riordan School for Professional Development to master the fundamentals of merchandising, economics and leasing strategies to effectively impact the income and retail productivity of a center and create value for the property.