JC Nguyen of Office Boulevard – Nationwide Executive Suites Search – Regus Dallas Top Broker!

So, a few days before the end of last month, my General Manager of San Diego, Abegale Flores, emailed me and told me that there has been a contest going for the entire month of August to see which brokers have set up tours that ended up bringing in leads to the centers.  Abegale said that I was in 2nd place by 4 tours to be the leading broker in the West Coast.  The prize was $1000!  There were only a few days left in the month, had I known that the contest was going on, I would have gotten first place for sure.  At the same time, in Dallas, my Area Manager, Ernest LaMondue, text me and said that I was tied for 1st place!  I ended up winning Dallas and lost on the West Coast.  This is not about bragging or anything like that, but a simple lesson in life that if you just work hard, concentrate on helping people to save money and find great deals for them, somehow you will be rewarded for your hard work.  Special thanks to Schellie Mendes, Ernest LaMondue, Ruben Gonzales, Abegale Flores, Amy Bearn and also Ruben’s very hard working team in San Diego.  I can’t do it without you guys.  Thank you!

If you are looking for Executive Suites, anywhere in the country, please call or email me.  I can get you a great deal!  JC Nguyen 949-800-5507 or jcnguyen@officeblvd.com

NEW Landmark Square Executive Suites in Downtown Long Beach

This gorgeous state-of-the-art Executive Suites center in downtown Long Beach is located at 111 W Ocean Blvd near Pine Street. Featuring private offices from $400 and workstations from only $200!  The center is truly magnificent looking and is a must see for a professional who is seeking new office in Long Beach.

Center Manager is Amy Bearn.  Ask me about getting 4 free months on a 12 months lease.

To inquire about this property, please call JC Nguyen at 949-800-5507 or email at jcnguyen@officeblvd.com

2010 Business Centers / Executive Suites Ranking

Office Blvd has ranked business centers that we did business with in 2010.  There are a number of criteria that we used in determining where each center stand. These criteria include:

• Quality of centers and services offered . Visual appearances, diversity of products and services (Quality)
• Value.  What clients received in products and services compared to prices. (Value)
• Response time to lead (Response)
• Communication with Office Blvd on existing leads status, follow up after tours (Communication)
• Report to Office Blvd once a sale has been made (Sale)
• Paying invoice in a timely manner (Invoice)

♦ Bad  ♦♦Below Avg   ♦♦♦Average   ♦♦♦♦Above Avg   ♦♦♦♦♦Best

Premier Business Centers (www.pbcenters.com)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – over 60 centers nationwide, mostly Class A offices, excellent locations, beautiful offices
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦♦Best  – very easy to close a Premier property with clients, GM’s and Regional Managers work together with broker to find the best deals for clients, excellent value for the money, would go lower to beat competitor to get business.  Clients win in most cases.
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – fast response, they understand the business and move fast
4. Communication: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Some Premier managers got it down to a science, some you have to nudge but they are very responsive
5. Sale: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – same response as #4
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – once an invoice is sent, it’s like clockwork with Premier, usually received within 14 days.

Special kudos to Jennifer Miller and Remaliah Evans, two of the hardest working Premier managers.

Regus (www.regus.com)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – 1000 offices worldwide, all Class A offices, excellent locations, beautiful offices
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg  – Prices are a little higher, on the average, but they have excellent products, so the prices are justified.  If a client is on an economy budget, it’s harder to close them on a Regus office…just by experience.
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – fast response, they understand the business and move fast. They are the best in the biz in this category.
4. Communication: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – I think their competitors need to take notes here. Regus’ computer system sends notices to brokers when a prospect is touring.
5. Sale: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Again, competitors need to take notes here.  Computer system sends an email to brokers when a deal has been done.
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – no invoice needed, they process their checks automatically and sends out checks within 21 days.

Special kudos goes to Grant Fawcett, the Area Manager of Orange County.   He is one of Regus’ elite.

Meridian Business Centers (www.meridianbusinesscenters.com)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – a couple of handfuls of Class A offices in Dallas/Ft Worth
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦♦Best  – their office package starts at $395, and that includes office, phone, internet, telephone reception, 55 hours conference and more.  That’s hard to beat…anywhere in the county.
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – decent response, they let their prices do the talking, closing ration is below average.  Managers are not aggressive enough.
4. Communication: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates on tours, and hardly any follow up
5. Sale: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – They are one of the best when a sale is done. They promptly follow up with an email with the exact details of the sale.
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – best of the best here.  They mail a check within 3 days that a sale has closed.

Special kudos go to Heather Johnston and Margaret Peterson.

ABT Executive Suites

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Beautiful Class A Executive Suites in Dallas/Ft Worth
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg  – Prices are competitive with Regus, still a little higher than others but great products.
3. Response: ♦♦♦Average – good responses for tour availabilities
4. Communication: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates on tours, and hardly any follow ups
5. Sale: ♦♦♦Average – getting better, hope it keeps up
6. Invoice  ♦ Bad – All invoices go beyond 30 days

Special kudos go to Lisa Jones, very hard working manager who get the job done.  Toward the end of 2010, ABT sold 90% of their holdings to Regus, now only operating 2 centers.

Synergy Workplaces (2009)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Beautiful Class A Executive Suites, maybe a couple dozens spread out all over US.
2. Value: ♦♦♦Average  – Average at best.  Competitors were killing them, closed down a handful of centers in CA in past 18 months.
3. Response: ♦ Bad –  nothing good to say here, there is an exception in my kudos below
4. Communication: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates on tours, and hardly any follow ups
5. Sale: ♦ Bad – other than my kudos below, nothing worth noting
6. Invoice  ♦ Bad – We had invoices that went unpaid even after Accounts Payable said that the check is in the mail

Special kudos go to James Reid.  This man works extra hard to get a deal done, great at following up with brokers, very responsive.    Synergy Workplaces is no longer doing business under the Synergy name.

Carr Workplaces (http://carrworkplaces.com/)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Beautiful Class A Executive Suites, over a couple dozen centers concentrated on the East and West Coasts.  Very strategically located in the best part of town.  Century City center is the gem of Los Angeles, with Catalina Ocean view offices.
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦Above Average  – Not the cheapest, not the most expensive, but good value for the locations that they are in.
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦♦Best
4. Communication: ♦♦♦♦♦Best
5. Sale:
6. Invoice:

Kudos to James Reid and Amy Triscari, great experiences working with them in the past.

Newport Business Center at 110 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦Average – One office in Newport Beach
2. Value: ♦♦♦Average  – High rent for average product, but it’s Newport Beach
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg –  Stephanie MacDonald is an excellent manager
4. Communication: ♦♦♦Average – good updates from Stephanie
5. Sale: ♦♦♦Average – not bad, not great, just okay
6. Invoice  ♦ Bad – Had invoices going into 90 days and numerous emails before owner paid

Special kudos go to Stephanie MacDonald.

Alicia Suites in Mission Viejo

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦Average – Nice Class B office in Mission Viejo
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦♦Best  – All Inclusive packages from $399, no nickel and diming, easy sale
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Michael moves fast and does very well to close the lead
4. Communication: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Michael again communicates very well after every tour
5. Sale: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – Michael promptly informs of a sale that has been completed
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – no complaints, invoices usually paid within 30 days

Special kudos go to Michael Broderick and staff, they are always ready for a tour.

Saianvi Investments in Mission Viejo  (http://saianvi.com/)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦Average – Nice Class B office in Mission Viejo
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦♦Best  – All Inclusive packages from $399, no nickel and diming, easy sale
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – Ritu is always ready for a tour, anytime, very easy to communicate
4. Communication: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – Again Ritu is a great person to do business with
5. Sale: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – promptly informs of a sale once it’s done
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – no complaints, invoices usually paid within 30 days

Special kudos go to Ritu Thipar, always ready to tour prospects

Regent Business Centers (http://www.regentbc.com/)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best –  About a dozen offices mostly in California, very beautiful classy offices
2. Value: ♦♦Below Avg  – very expensive offices, but situated in affluent business areas
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – Above average response to leads
4. Communication: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates after tours
5. Sale: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates once a sale has taken place
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦Average – invoices usually paid 30-45 days

Special kudos to Bridget Villeta, she is a pleasure to work with.

Platinum Office Suites (http://platinumofficesuites.com)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best –  one office in Westlake Village, very beautiful office
2. Value: ♦♦Below Avg  – very expensive offices, hard for brokers to sell, not very negotiable
3. Response: ♦♦Below Avg – below average response to leads
4. Communication: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates after tours
5. Sale: ♦♦Below Avg – no updates once a sale has taken place
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦Average – invoices usually paid within 30 days

Barrister Executive Suites (www.barristersuites.com)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦♦Best –  About 20 offices in Southern Cal, gorgeous offices
2. Value: ♦♦Below Avg  – very expensive offices, hard for brokers to sell, cater to unique clientele
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – They jump on the lead immediately
4. Communication: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – communicate mainly via emails to update brokers and other managers
5. Sale: ♦♦♦♦♦Best – communicate via email
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – invoices usually paid when client takes space

Special kudos goes to Dawn Armstrong. Aggressive and persistent, gotta love that.

Apollo Business Centers (www.ABCVirtualOffices.com)

1. Quality:  ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – Nice Beverly Hills Office on Wilshire Blvd
2. Value: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – Very good value with all inclusive packages, prices still high but it’s Beverly Hills
3. Response: ♦♦♦♦Above Avg – Julia is very good about responding to leads and tour schedules, although it seems like she takes on many hats, so she is busy most of the time.
4. Communication: ♦♦♦Average – need more communication here after tours
5. Sale: ♦♦♦Average –  need more communication after sale
6. Invoice  ♦♦♦♦♦Best – great turnaround on invoice

Kudos to Julia, she sends us free leads whenever she can’t help them.

These are opinions expressed by Office Boulevard only.  Different brokers may have different experiences with these business centers.  Special thanks go to Search Office Space and Daniel and Jason Soffer, looking forward to a great 2011!

Arlington Highlands Executive Suites *New Suites*

Brand New State-of-the-Art Executive Suites in the Arlington Highlands Shopping Center with over 100 retailers. Offices are on second floor. Call to make appointment to stop by. 949-698-4799 or inquire@officeblvd.com.
We are leasing offices, ranging from 120sqft to 690 sqft team room. There will be three very impressive conference rooms for you to meet with clients. Relaxing breakrooms with LCD’s, coffee and many other amenities.

I have some offices with balconies, so first come, first serve.

Sample of offices
140 sqft interior $495
145 sqft window with balcony $695 (this one will go first, I promise)
195 sqft window with balcony $995
300 sqft corner office with fantastic view $1395
620-690 sqft team room, these are 3-office mini suites, with one team room and 2 window offices in each suite (I have only 3 suites available) $1995-$2495
295 sqft window office $1395. This is my best office, has French doors that opens up to a huge private balcony.

3 storage units available $100 each, first come first serve on these.

Telecommunication package and furniture are additional. I have been informed by the owner that a telecom package is mandatory. Phone, fax, internet, and live phone answering is around only $100 and you get a lot with this service, including super fast T-1 internet

Dallas: Location, Location, Location! Class A Executive Suites

You have most likely heard the phrase “location, location, location.” Nothing proves this statement more than the location of your business. This site in particular offers a prestigious office rental in Dallas, high-tech conference rooms, and a classy business lounge! In addition, we provide your company with the support staff you need to run a successful business. Enjoy the services of a professional receptionist ready to take your calls, make appointments, and open and distribute your mail. Or trust our administrative staff to set up high-tech equipment in the conference room. Take advantage of our full-time, virtual, and temporary office space in Dallas. Our flexible options make it possible for you to stay within your budget while still meeting all of your business needs. If you are not quite ready to sign a long-term agreement, make sure you check out our virtual office plans. Designed to enhance the professional image of your business, our virtual office plans provide a great alternative to full-time prices. Enjoy a prestigious address and access to conference rooms, office space, and other on-site amenities on a part-time basis.

Amenities:

• Professional On-site Manager
• Individual Offices and Mini Suites
• Panoramic City Views
• Furnished or Unfurnished
• High Speed T-1 Internet Access
• 24 Hour Suite Access 7 Days a Week
• Personalized Answering Service & Voice Mail
• Professional Reception Services

• Conference Rooms with use of over 600 Locations Worldwide
• Professional Mailing Address
• Secretarial Services
• Facsimile, Photocopies and Postage
• Coffee & Tea Service and Kitchen Facilities
• Virtual Office Packages starting at $75/month

Location: At the intersection of Quorum and North Dallas Tollway. North of the 635 Freeway Easy access to the George Bush Turnpike and LBJ Freeway On-site Bank Minutes away from DFW International Airport, Love Field Airport, Addison Airport, and downtown Dallas Close proximity to hotels, shopping malls, recreational facilities, and parks For more information, please call our local Dallas office at 214-435-8623

Newport Beach Executive Suites on Campus Drive

Located in Newport Beach only three blocks from John Wayne Airport, this executive suites  has beautiful offices  to meet your company needs and the most competitive rates around.

Amenities:

• Professional On-site Manager
• Individual Offices and Mini Suites
• Furnished or Unfurnished
• High Speed T-1 Internet Access
• 24 Hour Suite Access 7 Days a Week
• Personalized Answering Service & Voice Mail

• Conference Rooms with use of over 600 Locations Worldwide
• Professional Mailing Address
• Secretarial Services
• Facsimile, Photocopies and Postage
• Coffee & Tea Service and Kitchen Facilities
• Virtual Office Packages starting at $95/month

Location:

• Three blocks from Orange County Airport
• Easy walk-up entry from free parking lot
• Walking distance to courthouse

Offices at this location average 150sqft and starts around $500.

Please call 949-698-4799 to arrange a tour or get a free proposal via email.

Or Click here to submit your request

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Beautiful Lakeshore Executive Suites in Irvine, CA

Located just 2 blocks from John Wayne Airport, this executive suites has offices and mini suites to meet your company needs and the most competitive rates around.

Amenities:

• Professional On-site Manager
• Individual Offices and Mini Suites
• Furnished or Unfurnished
• High Speed T-1 Internet Access
• 24 Hour Suite Access 7 Days a Week
• Personalized Answering Service & Voice Mail

• Conference Rooms with use of over 600 Locations Worldwide
• Professional Mailing Address
• Secretarial Services
• Facsimile, Photocopies and Postage
• Coffee & Tea Service and Kitchen Facilities
• Virtual Office Packages starting at $95/month

Location:

• Convenient to John Wayne Airport, restaurants, and fitness center

Offices at this location average 150sqft and starts around $500.

Please call 949-698-4799 to arrange a tour or get a free proposal via email.

Or Click here to submit your request

Click here for a listing of other Orange County Executive Suites