Mark Allen
Executive Managing Director
Mark Allen, Executive Managing Director at GREA’s Dallas office, expertly integrates his extensive military operations background with profound expertise in sales, marketing, and capital markets to deliver unparalleled service in real estate. He has successfully facilitated over $2 billion in transactions across multifamily, Built-to-Rent (BTR), and Single-Family Rental (SFR) sectors, demonstrating a keen aptitude for navigating complex market challenges.
Informed by his strategic military training, Mark’s proactive engagement with clients, industry leaders, and his team ensures the development of tailored, successful strategies for investment and growth. His expertise spans property valuation, advisory, capital placement, and single asset and portfolio dispositions, making him a trusted advisor in an ever-evolving landscape.
Nationally recognized for his achievements, Mark is consistently ranked as a top producer both within and outside the firm. His accolades include being named a Top Commercial Real Estate Broker by DCEO Magazine and receiving the Connect Media 2019 Next Generation Award for his innovative approaches and leadership in the commercial real estate sector.
A proud graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he lettered in football, Mark served as a Field Artillery Officer in the US Army, leading soldiers in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. He transitioned his strategic acumen to the commercial sector with roles in business development and consulting at MSC Software, where he continued to hone his sales and marketing skills.
Residing in Flower Mound, Texas, with his wife, April, and their two children, Mark is deeply committed to his family and community, paralleling the dedication he brings to his professional pursuits. He is actively involved in local community service projects, reflecting his ongoing commitment to leadership and service both in and out of the office.