Mike Murray is a West Michigan native and retail real estate specialist with nearly three decades of experience. He began his career in 1996 with Grubb & Ellis Paramount Commerce (now Colliers International) and quickly gravitated to retail, building early credibility on the redevelopment of a Kentwood shopping center that helped catalyze new activity, including Celebration! Cinema, Pizzeria Uno, Steak ’n Shake, and Bob Evans.
Known for honesty, transparency, and market fluency, Mike advises developers, landlords, sellers, and national retailers throughout West Michigan. He represents many of the region’s most active brands, including Taco Bell, Consumers Credit Union, Dunkin’, AutoZone, Jimmy John’s, Hungry Howie’s, Culver’s, and Woodhouse Day Spa.
Mike believes retailers and restaurants are integral to community growth, employment, and quality of life. His approach blends clear communication, data-driven insights, and creative deal-making to help clients make confident, informed decisions. A committed industry leader, Mike is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the Commercial Alliance of Realtors and has previously served as President.
He has spent his career serving developers, landlords, sellers, retailers, and restaurants, something he continues to do so today. Mike represents some of the biggest names in retail, including Blaze Pizza, AutoZone, Taco Bell, Hungry Howie’s Pizza, Culver’s, Jimmy John’s and Chick-fil-A. Mike enjoys helping retailers thrive in the West Michigan market. He believes that retailers, restaurants, and entertainment users make up the unique fabric of our local community.
