John Lin, President & CEO of CapStar Commercial Realty (www.capstarco.com), built one of the most ethnically diverse commercial real estate brokerage and property management companies in metro Baltimore and Washington region.Lin started his career in commercial real estate industry since 1983 and has helped many major regional companies in expanding its real estate business.
Lin graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.S. in Accounting and from Johns Hopkins University – Montgomery County Campus with a M.A.S., Lin’s educational background prepared him with financial accounting, insurance, security, investment, restaurant and information technology as well as real estate and business acquisition.
Even though when Lin launched his CapStar operation at the bottom of the economy,” Lin is proud of that CapStar is still growing and has more than 65 licensed agents. Lin attributes most of his success to satisfied clients and fellow brokers in the real estate industry, stating that referrals often come from other brokers, even though they are competitors in similar business.
Lin believes honesty and integrity are important in the commercial real estate business and are two qualities he looks for in all his agents and staff members. Additionally, CapStar employees have diverse language skills, allowing them to communicate effectively and cultivate relationships with culturally diverse audiences.
After more than 40 years in business in Washington Baltimore Metropolitan area, Lin is ready to take CapStar to the next level.
About CapStar Commercial Realty:
CapStar Commercial Realty, founded in 1994 by John Lin, is a full-service commercial real estate firm located in Rockville, MD. CapStar has expertise in commercial property leasing, tenant representation, property management, investment sales, business acquisition, business valuation, risk management, and market research and analysis. Go to www.capstarco.com for more information.
Current position and affiliations:
1. CapStar Commercial Realty & CapStar Properties – CEO/President
2. Asian American Business Chamber of Commerce – Vice Chair
3. Asian American Real Estate Association Global – Trustee and Board Member
4. Asian Pacific American Task Force in City of Rockville Maryland – Chair
5. Economic and Business Development Committee of City of Gaithersburg MD – Member 6. University of Maryland, Colvin School of Graduate Programs in Real Estate Development, School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation – Capstone Advisor
7. The Johns Hopkins University – Carey Business School, Real Estate Program (Master Program) – Advisor
8. Gaithersburg Germantown Chamber of Commerce – Member
9. Georgetown University Master Program of Real Estate – Capstone Advisors
10. Nanjing University Business School MBA Program – Visiting Professor
Awards:
2006 Maryland Top 100 Minority Business Entrepreneurs 2008 Top 100 Minority Business
2017 Top 100 Minority Business