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Meet our Southern California Commercial Real Estate Agents

SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California
SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California
SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California
Our commercial real estate agents in Southern California specialize in industrial and office brokerage, representing owners, buyers, landlords, tenants, and investors. 
 
  • 57+ years of combined commercial real estate experience in Southern California
  • $36 million+ in annual industrial, office, and investment transactions
  • ~15% of total annual transactions for Lee and Associates Ontario (65+ agents)
  • Full-service representation for Owners, Sellers, Buyers, Landlords, Tenants, and Investors
  • Expertise across industrial, office, land, and investment assets​​

Specialists in Industrial and Office Properties 

  • Property Seller Representation 
  • Property Buyer Representation 
  • Tenant Representation 
  • Landlord Representation 
  • Investment Brokerage 
  • 1031 Exchanges
SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California

Todd Launchbaugh, Trent Howland, Matt Rodriguez, and Marketing Coordinator Renee Hooke form a synergistic marketing team recognized for delivering exceptional results for Owners, Sellers, Buyers, Landlords, Tenants, and Investors in real estate transactions and consulting assignments.  

 

With over 57 years of combined commercial real estate experience, this team provides extensive market insight in the Inland Empire and the San Gabriel Valley. Their expertise covers industrial, office, land, investment, and multifamily assets, offering clients comprehensive support across all major property types. Decades of continuous work within these markets give the team an unmatched understanding of local trends, zoning, tenant demand, and long-term value.

 

Collectively, this team manages $36 million+ annually in real estate transactions and is responsible for approximately 15% of the total annual transactions for the Ontario office of Lee and Associates (65+ agents). Their experience encompasses representing Owners, Sellers, Buyers, Landlords, Tenants, and Investors, providing them with a 360-degree perspective on advising commercial real estate decisions.

 

Backed by the nationwide Lee and Associates network, the team pairs local market insight with national-level resources. Their collaborative approach, proven deal flow, and long-standing client relationships form a service model grounded in strategy, performance, and measurable results.

Partial Client List

  • Right of Way Inc 

  • Jim Martindale 

  • Associates Equity Fund

  • Montgomery Hardware Co 

  • The William Fox Companies 

  • National Relocation Service 

  • Banner Bank 

  • Thurston Elevator Concepts Inc. 

  • U.S. Bank 

  • WF Construction 

  • Wells Fargo Bank

  • Casa Colina 

  • The Walton Company 

  • Assa Abloy 

  • Inland Empire Tech Center LP 

  • Wheeler Machinery Sales 

  • Injen Technology 

  • Brightside Electrical Systems 

  • Empire USA 

  • Bykowski Equipment 

  • Rich Solar 

  • Myojo U.S.A., Inc. 

  • Elastomeric Specialties, Inc. 

  • Asi Networks, Inc. 

  • USA Truck Bodies 

  • Two Nutty Brothers 

  • Hamilton Family Brewery 

  • Ingredients by Nature 

  • Axxess Door 

  • PolarisRx

Todd Launchbaugh

Senior Vice President and Principal at Lee and Associates, specializing in Industrial, Office, and Investment Brokerage
SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California
SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California

Contact Information

 

Desk Phone Number:

(909) 373 - 2911

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Mobile Phone Number:

(909) 223 - 4704

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tlaunchbaugh@lee-assoc.com

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3535 Inland Empire Boulevard

Ontario, CA 91764

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License ID: 01059250

Career Summary

Todd has specialized in the sale and leasing of industrial and office buildings in the San Gabriel Valley and Inland Empire for over 37 years and has been a Principal at Lee and Associates for over 32 years. His team represents Owners, Sellers, Buyers, Landlords, Tenants, and Investors in transactions and consulting assignments. He has developed a synergistic marketing team that provides excellent results with over 57 years of combined experience. His team handles $36 million+ per year in real estate transactions and is responsible for approximately 15% of the total annual transactions for the Ontario office of Lee and Associates (65+ agents). In 2015, Todd was appointed to the advisory board of Associates Equity Fund and has been responsible for overseeing the due diligence for the acquisition of over $70,000,000 in commercial property throughout the United States. In 2013, Todd was recognized at the Lee and Associates National Summit as a “Leader of Lee.” This award has been awarded to fewer than 15 people in the 46 year history of Lee and Associates. Todd has contributed to the sale or lease of over 40 million square feet of commercial real estate with a total consideration of more than $100,000,000,000. His current team includes Trent Howland, Matthew Rodriguez, and Marketing Coordinator Renee Hooke.

 

Experience
  • Lee and Associates - Ontario - Senior Vice President and Principal 

  • In 2021, his team completed over 27 building sales worth a combined total of over $107 million

  • 2021 University of La Verne Planned Giving Advisory Council

  • 2015 Named to Advisory Board of Associates Equity Fund

  • 2013 Named as a Leader of Lee, Lee and Associates

  • 1995 Senior Vice President and Principal, Lee and Associates

  • 1994 Vice President, Lee and Associates

  • 1993 and 1994 President’s Circle, Lee and Associates

  • 1993 Top Producing Associate, Lee and Associates

  • 1992 Top Producing Associate, Lee and Associates

  • 1989 to 1994 Associate, Lee and Associates

  • 1987 to 1989 Nordstrom, Men’s Suits and Sportswear (while in college)

 

Education
  • Bachelor of Science, Marketing - California Polytechnic University, Pomona

  • Associate of Science, Electronic Engineering - Don Bosco Technical Institute

 

Involvement 

Todd is a member of the American Industrial Real Estate Association (AIR), the Sigma Chi Fraternity and is a past President of the Glendora Rotary Club. He has been involved in the Business Development Committees for San Dimas and La Verne. His hobbies include playing soccer and sports car racing.

Trent Howland

Associate at Lee and Associates, Specializing In Industrial, Office, and Investment Brokerage
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Contact Information

 

Desk Phone Number:

(909) 373 - 2716

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Mobile Phone Number:

(951) 847 - 4710

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thowland@lee-assoc.com

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3535 Inland Empire Boulevard

Ontario, CA 91764

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License ID: 02097834

Career Summary

Trent specializes in the sale and leasing of properties in the East San Gabriel Valley and the Inland Empire. He represents Owners, Sellers, Buyers, Landlords, Tenants, and Investors in real estate transactions and consulting assignments. He has developed a synergistic marketing team that provides excellent results with over 57 years of combined experience. His team handles $36 million+ per year in real estate transactions and is responsible for approximately 15% of the total annual transactions for the Ontario office of Lee and Associates (65+ agents). 

 

Trent uses his work ethic and experience to provide his clients with the highest level of professional service. His primary goal is not only to assist but also to bring value to his clients to ensure success in their real estate decisions.

 

Experience
  • Lee and Associates - Ontario - Senior Associate

  • In 2021, his team completed over 27 building sales worth a combined total of over $107 million

 

Trent was nominated and selected to be a member of the Lee & Associates Rising Star Program of 2023. The members of this elite group are the best and brightest young agents in the enterprise and are recognized for their contributions to their office, local market, and clients.

 

Prior to joining Lee and Associates, Trent worked at AIR CRE and was involved with broker communication and market research. Trent also worked for Wells Fargo Financial Network, where he focused on client relationships, marketing efforts, and servicing 401(k) plans.

 
Education​
  • Chapman University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

  • University of San Diego

  • Santiago High School

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Involvement 

Trent grew up in Corona, California, and attended Santiago High School. After high school, Trent enrolled at the University of San Diego for two years and graduated from Chapman University after another two years. Trent is a member of the Delta Tau Delta Fraternity.

Matthew Rodriguez 

Senior Vice President and Principal at Lee and Associates, specializing in Industrial, Office, and Investment Brokerage
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SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California

Contact Information

 

Desk Phone Number:

(909) 373-2715​

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mrodriguez@lee-assoc.com

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3535 Inland Empire Boulevard

Ontario, CA 91764

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License ID: 02235265

Career Summary

Matthew specializes in the sale and leasing of industrial buildings in the San Gabriel Valley and Inland Empire. His team represents Owners, Sellers, Buyers, Landlords, Tenants, and Investors in transactions and consulting assignments. He has developed a synergistic marketing team that provides excellent results with over 57 years of combined experience. His team handles $36 million+ per year in real estate transactions and is responsible for approximately 15% of the total annual transactions for the Ontario office of Lee and Associates (65+ agents). 

 

Experience​
  • Lee and Associates - Ontario - Associate

  • LEAP Legal - Business Development Representative

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Education​
  • California State University, San Marcos - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

    • Honors: Cum Laude

  • Glendora High School​

 

Involvement 

  • Sigma Chi Fraternity | President, Vice President, Chapter Advisor

 

Matthew grew up in Glendora, where he went to Glendora High School prior to graduating from California State University, San Marcos.

SoCal Commercial Real Estate Group - Commercial Real Estate Brokers Southern California
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