John Burke is a Senior Vice President at AY, based in the firm's Cleveland office, where he specializes in advising both occupiers and owners on complex real estate transactions. With over 30 years of experience across investment banking, commercial real estate, and private equity, John has built a reputation for his strategic insight, market knowledge, and his ability to navigate intricate investment landscapes.

Before joining AY, John was the founder of ALT Capital Group, a private real estate investment firm that focused on capital raising, site locating, and obtaining entitlement approvals for a variety of projects. Whether developing properties from the ground up or acquiring existing assets, John has consistently delivered exceptional returns to investors while ensuring the long-term success of each venture.

John's extensive career also includes high-profile leadership roles in both the real estate and energy sectors. As Chief Financial Officer and Chief Investment Officer at Rocky Mountain Energy Partners, an upstream oil, natural gas, and helium exploration company, John led initiatives focused on energy production in Northwest Colorado. His strategic direction and financial oversight contributed to the company's growth in a highly competitive sector.

Previously, as Senior Vice President at Brown Gibbons Lang & Company, a leading middle-market investment banking firm, John specialized in new business development, capital raising (equity), debt financing, debt restructuring, sale-leasebacks, and investment advisory services. His expertise in real estate and corporate finance helped grow the firm's presence in the market, particularly in sourcing and structuring deals for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors.

John's tenure at Colliers International as Senior Vice President further solidified his standing as a trusted advisor in real estate transactions. There, he managed the full investment lifecycle for industrial, retail, office, healthcare, and multi-use properties. He is credited with securing some of the firm's most significant deals, including a $14.9 million lease transaction for RPM International in Toronto and a complex $5.5 million sale-leaseback transaction for Thermal during a challenging market period. His ability to lead negotiations, manage financial analysis, and ensure risk mitigation made him one of the top producers during his time at Colliers.

A seasoned leader and expert in real estate investment strategy, capital markets, and corporate finance, John's deep experience and broad skill set enable him to effectively guide clients through the intricacies of real estate investment and development, ensuring optimal outcomes across all stages of the process.

John is a licensed real estate professional and has held various industry certifications throughout his career.