Nick Johnson Joins The Cauble Group as Associate Broker

Nick Johnson Joins The Cauble Group as Associate Broker

Nashville, TN (February 9, 2024) — The Cauble Group, a leading Nashville-based commercial real estate firm, is proud to announce the addition of Nick Johnson to our elite team of brokers. Bringing over 7 years of invaluable industry experience, Nick will take on the role of Associate Broker.

With vast expertise across diverse sectors including retail, land, industrial, multi-family, and office real estate, Nick is a respected leader known for his prowess in investments, sales, and property development. Beyond transactions, he has built his reputation as a trusted advisor and connector, leveraging relationships to create opportunities and drive success for his clients.

Nick will collaborate closely with veteran broker Phil Fletcher to lead the firm's industrial and triple net investment practice. Together, they will continue expanding The Cauble Group's stronghold in this competitive niche, bringing their wealth of combined expertise to identify prospects and unlock value for clients.

"We're thrilled to have Nick on board to spearhead key growth areas as part of our powerhouse team," said firm founder Tyler Cauble. "I'm confident his skills and dynamism will enable us to deliver maximum opportunities and results for our industrial and investment property clients."

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For more information, contact The Cauble Group at 615-854-7188 or office@caublegroup.com.

About The Cauble Group

Founded in 2018, The Cauble Group offers exceptional commercial real estate services tailored to each client's needs across office, retail, industrial, land, and multi-family sectors. Our team of elite brokers leverages in-depth Nashville market expertise combined with global reach to deliver optimal opportunities and results for clients.

For more information visit www.thecaublegroup.com

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