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At KJ Commercial, we are dedicated to providing exceptional commercial property brokerage services. Our team of experts specializes in identifying and negotiating the best opportunities for your business. Whether you’re buying, selling, or leasing, we guide you through every step, ensuring optimal outcomes tailored to your needs. Our Key Offerings:

Tailored Commercial Property Solutions

Market Insights and Strategic Guidance

Unmatched Industry Network and Connections

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Seasoned | Connected | Versatile

Seasoned | Connected | Versatile

Kevin Jappaya, CCIM
President

President

Kevin Jappaya, CCIM

President
✉ kjappaya@kjcre.com

Kevin Jappaya is a seasoned real estate professional with 20 years of experience helping clients achieve their real estate goals. Known for his exceptional work ethic and professionalism, Kevin combines deep industry knowledge with a results-driven approach.

His entrepreneurial vision led him to establish KJ Commercial, a full-service brokerage built to be inventive, strategic, and adaptive in an ever-changing real estate market. Through KJ Commercial, Kevin delivers superior service and innovative solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Kevin has cultivated long-standing relationships with lenders, court-appointed receivers, developers, REITs, and investors. Over his career, he has successfully brokered the sale of numerous commercial properties across all sectors, including retail, office, medical, industrial, hospitality, and vacant land, handling both investment and owner-user transactions.

Combining exceptional communication skills with deep expertise in finance, banking, and strategic planning, Kevin navigates complex transactions with precision and confidence, consistently delivering outstanding results for his clients.

Affiliations:
Vice Chairman – Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce
Vice Chairman – Chaldean Community Foundation
Board Member – Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University
Past President – Michigan Commercial Board of Realtor (CBOR)
Member – Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC)
Certified Commercial Investment Member designee (CCIM)

Awards:
2013 – DBusiness Magazine “30 in Their Thirties” Honoree
2014 – Emerging Leader Award Recipient from the Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State University
2019 – Michigan CCIM Chapter Award Recipient
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 – Best of the Best Top Brokers by Midwest Real Estate News
2020 – Inducted into the Midwest Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame
CoStar Power Broker numerous years
2024 – Crain’s Detroit Business Notable Commercial Real Estate Leader
2024 and 2025 – DBusiness Commercial Real Estate Broker of the Year Finalist 

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a Major in Accounting, Magna Cum Laude from Wayne State University
David Jappaya
Vice President

Vice President

David Jappaya

Vice President
✉ djappaya@kjcre.com
Cell: (248) 881-4055

David Jappaya is a Vice President at KJ Commercial, where he specializes in the sale
and leasing of retail, industrial, and office properties, as well as land for development
and property assemblages throughout Southeast Michigan. Since starting his
commercial real estate career with the firm in 2018, he has become an integral member
of the team, advising clients on acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing strategies.

David’s background in finance and accounting provides a strong analytical foundation
for his work, particularly in financial modeling and investment property underwriting. He
uses this expertise to help clients evaluate opportunities and make informed real estate
decisions.

Over the course of his career, David has completed more than 175 transactions totaling
over $150 million in volume, including the sale of numerous multi-tenant investment
properties across the retail, office, and industrial sectors. He has also facilitated
transactions through auction platforms, connecting with a broad network of national and
international buyers. His clients range from private investors to institutional groups at
the local, national, and global level. In addition, David works with local municipalities to
support economic development initiatives throughout the Metro Detroit area.

Prior to joining KJ Commercial, David worked in corporate accounting. He earned his
Master of Accountancy with a specialization in Finance from Walsh College in 2018.
Outside of work, David enjoys spending time with family and staying active through
fitness.

Affiliations:
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
The Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce
The Troy Chamber of Commerce
The Urban Land Institute (ULI)
Board Member, City of Farmington Hills Economic Development Corporation

Brokerage & Transaction Services:
Seller and Buyer Representation
Landlord and Tenant Representation
Investment Sales
Land Assemblages
Sale Leasebacks
Portfolio Dispositions
1031 Exchange Transactions
Off-Market Sourcing

Advisory & Valuation Services:
Broker Opinion of Values (BOVs)
Site Selection
Investment Underwriting
Highest & Best Use Analysis 
Preston Rabban
Senior Real Estate Advisor

Senior Real Estate Advisor

Preston Rabban

Senior Real Estate Advisor
✉ prabban@kjcre.com

Preston Rabban is a Senior Real Estate Advisor at KJ Commercial. Since beginning his career in 2021, he has successfully completed over $100 million in sales and lease transactions, showcasing his drive, passion, and exceptional work ethic. Detail-oriented and client-focused, Preston is committed to providing unmatched communication and service to his clients.

Before entering the commercial real estate industry, Preston worked as a Corporate Financial Analyst at Stellantis, where he honed his skills in data analysis and interpretation using Microsoft Excel. He now leverages this expertise to underwrite diverse commercial real estate properties. As a motivated and dedicated professional, Preston goes above and beyond to help clients achieve their investment goals.

Education & Affiliations:
• Graduated in 2019 from The University of Michigan – Stephen M. Ross School of Business with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (concentration in Finance and Accounting).
• Valedictorian of Orchard Lake St. Mary’s High School, Class of 2015.
• 2014 Football State Champion and Team Captain at Orchard Lake St. Mary’s.
• Member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
• Member of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce.

 

Gabriel Stanaj
Real Estate Advisor

Real Estate Advisor

Gabriel Stanaj

Real Estate Advisor
✉gstanaj@kjcre.com

Gabriel Stanaj advises investors, developers, and business owners throughout Southeast Michigan on the acquisition, disposition, and leasing of commercial properties, identifying opportunities, evaluating potential sites, and guiding clients through the early stages of development and real estate investment planning.

Drawing on more than a decade of experience in the commercial and industrial construction industry, including retail, office, and industrial build-outs and ground-up commercial projects, Gabriel leverages this background and applies it to evaluating project costs, scope, and development considerations.

He works closely with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders to support decision-making, coordinate early development considerations, and help move opportunities from initial planning through project delivery.

Gabriel is a graduate of the Wayne State University School of Business, where he earned a degree in finance. His financial background allows him to approach real estate with a strong understanding of investment analysis, market conditions, and project viability.

Shannon Benzing
Director of Creative Operations

Director of Creative Operations

Shannon Benzing

Director of Creative Operations
✉ sbenzing@kjcre.comShannon Benzing joined KJ Commercial in May 2014 as a Receptionist and Administrative/Marketing Assistant. Shannon is responsible for implementing our marketing strategies; from the maintenance of our social media sites to the creation and distribution of marketing materials. She is often the first impression of our company and takes pride in greeting and assisting our clients. Shannon is a dedicated and hardworking member of our team.