Our Team

CLIFFORD J. CUTLER

President, Designated Broker
Direct Line: (602) 386-1240
Cell: (602) 228-5063
ccutler@cutlercommercial.com

Clifford J. Cutler is the founder and designated broker for Cutler Commercial. Cliff is proud of his attributes that contribute to his success as a broker such as tenacity, perseverance, and hard work. Cliff’s accomplishments are due to his unique quality of building an organization as well as attracting and keeping key employees that help power the boutique commercial real estate brokerage company that Cutler Commercial is today. Cliff’s approach to brokerage is both “Old School”, wear your shoes out canvassing tenants to fill buildings, but he also recognizes the changing needs of the industry using updated technology, tools, and services. Cliff leaves “No Stone Unturned” in securing a potential space for a tenant or finding and orchestrating both “Off Market” and listed deals. Cliff literally believes that no deal is too small and always gives his all for the client.  Cliff’s evolution into becoming a principal, owner, and syndicator of over 1 million square feet throughout the valley is fascinating. Despite his success, he still actively and eagerly puts his skills to use for new and existing clients. Cliff’s brokerage practice has spanned the disciplines of brokerage, development, entitlement, and procurement of finance. Furthermore, he has the capacities and capabilities that Cutler Commercial brings to the table as a full-service boutique real estate company that can not only procure a property but help manage and lease it as well.

ROD CROTTY

Associate Broker, Sales and Leasing Division
Direct Line: (602) 386-1225
rcrotty@cutlercommercial.com

A graduate of Arizona State University, Rod earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business while majoring in Real Estate. While attending ASU, Rod worked in the Research Department of Scott Jackson Brokerage. He directed industrial land and building research for 38 sales associates. During his senior year, he interned with The Ellis Corporation, a real estate development consulting firm. While at Ellis, Rod performed financial analysis and completed marketing feasibility studies for office, retail and industrial projects. His responsibilities also included assisting project manager coordination and implementation of brokerage efforts. The marketing of the firm’s developments lead to his interest in pursuing brokerage. Rod commenced his brokerage career in industrial property leasing and sales with Cutler Commercial in 1987.

While at Cutler Commercial, Rod has completed hundreds of transactions that have included build-to-suits, the sale of end-user industrial and office property as well as the leasing of incubator warehouse suites, dock-high distribution facilities, back-office, and research and development space. Some of the companies Rod has completed lease negotiations with include Anheuser-Busch, AT&T, Avnet, Ford Motor Company, Grinnell Fire Protection, Hunt-Wesson, JB Rodgers/Kinetics, Maricopa County, Marriott, MCI, Motorola, Norwest Bank, Sherwin-Williams, Sylvania Lighting, US Door, US West, Wal-Mart and Wells Fargo.

The experience acquired through leasing, build-to-suit and end-user building sales has assisted Rod with facilitating single and multi-tenant investment transactions. Rod has completed the sale of millions of square feet of investment properties. Among the firms successful property transfers have been negotiated include the following: ALLMERICA REALTY ADVISORS NORTHWESTERN LIFE, CIGNA ONTRA, INC., CITIBANK PRESSON EQUITY PARTNERS, CONNECTICUT GENERAL EQUITY RREEF FUNDS, FIRST INTERSTATE BANK SIERRA CAPITAL REALTY TRUST, FORTIS STATE MUTUAL LIFE, GENERAL AMERICAN LIFE STATE STREET BANK, KOLL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANY, MERIDIAN INDUSTRIAL TRUST UNITED OF OMAHA, METROPOLITAN LIFE WASHINGTON SQUARE CAPITAL, NORTH ATLANTIC LIFE, ZIMMERMAN PROPERTIES, INC., NORTHWESTERN LIFE, ONTRA, INC., PRESSON EQUITY PARTNERS, RREEF FUNDS, SIERRA CAPITAL REALTY TRUST, STATE MUTUAL LIFE, STATE STREET BANK, TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANY, UNITED OF OMAHA, WASHINGTON SQUARE CAPITAL, ZIMMERMAN PROPERTIES, INC.

The marketing of investment real estate has increased Rod’s interaction with property management and has created a thorough knowledge of building operation issues. Rod’s sales and leasing transactions have resulted in securing 100 properties currently managed by Cutler Commercial.

JAMES M. LIEBERTHAL, SIOR

Associate Broker – Scottsdale/Tempe/Deer Valley
Direct Line: (602) 386-1229
Cell: (480) 529-6400
jlieberthal@cutlercommercial.com

Jim has invested and worked in Real Estate since 1997 and has established a trusting and hardworking presence in the industry. Jim owes much of his success to his commitment to researching the market and ‘going the extra mile’ for his clients. As a result, he has leased and sold millions of square feet of property.

Specializing in:

• Office & Industrial Leasing and Sales in the Scottsdale & Phoenix Markets
• Finding Tenants more or less office space to lease or purchase
• Working with Building Owners to list their buildings for Lease and/or Sale for top dollar
• Saving Tenants and Buyers money through negotiating price, rent, and concessions
• Master negotiator proven through sales, new leases and Renegotiating existing leases resulting in saving buyers and tenants money
• Marketing Strategies

BRADLEY BURRESS

Senior Associate-South East Valley
Direct Line: (602) 386-1250
Cell: (480) 510-9434
bburress@cutlercommercial.com

Bradley was licensed in 1987 and has been with Cutler Commercial for over 27 years focusing primarily in the south and east areas of Arizona, (Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek). He specializes in the industrial and office market (acquisition, disposition) and takes pride in keeping his listings occupied. Bradley enjoys using his experience and integrity as a Tenant and Landlord Representative and building business relationships that last a lifetime. In his free time, he stays active in the community coaching youth sports, spending time with his family including two grandchildren, and enjoys hiking and golf when time permits.

FRANKLIN CONNELL

Associate – Phoenix/Tempe
Direct Line: (602) 386-1247
Cell: (480) 201-0877
fconnell@cutlercommercial.com

Commercial Real Estate has been a consistent passion throughout Franklin Connell’s life. His education, along with his background in construction, service and property management has set the foundation for a successful career with Cutler Commercial. After gaining a wealth of experience in Retail while working for a reputable developer in North Scottsdale, he has now transitioned into an Industrial and Office specialist. Franklin studied Regional Development at the University of Arizona, focusing on the inner workings and designs of municipalities. He has since spent 3 years working in property management and landlord representation before transitioning into brokerage. This experience allows him to see properties from multiple viewpoints, giving his clients a confident position. Starting in 2013 with Cutler Commercial, Franklin currently represents over one million square feet for our clients. Being in the Valley for over 25 years, Franklin has no problem with completing deals anywhere in Maricopa County, however, his areas of focus are Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, and Gilbert.

ERIC FERBER, CCIM

Sales and Leasing – Phoenix/Central Phoenix
Direct Line: (602) 386-1234
Cell: (602) 332-2821
eferber@cutlercommercial.com

For the past decade, Eric has represented business owners and investors in the leasing/sales of Office and Industrial properties in the Greater Phoenix Area. As a persistent and creative deal maker, he has completed hundreds of successful transactions for clients ranging from Institutional Landlords to small family-owned Arizona businesses. Eric currently represents approximately 1.5 Million square feet of Office and Industrial Space. In addition to Landlord services, Eric also represents clients in Tenant Relocations, Expansions, Owner/User Sales and Investment Sales. Eric is a graduate of Robert Morris University where he competed on the Division 1 Men’s Hockey Team. He obtained the prestigious CCIM Designation in 2021.

GEOFF CUTLER

Associate – Valley Wide
Direct Line: (602) 386-1230
Cell: (602) 228-2248
gcutler@cutlercommercial.com

Geoff Cutler joined the company in the fall of 2018. New to the office, but old to the industry, Geoff feels honored and privileged to be able to join his family at the company and excited to see what the new generation of brokers will bring to the market while providing the company with new blood to thrive.

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 ROBIN B. CUTLER, CPM

Director of Property Management
Direct Line: (602) 955-3500
rcutler@cutlercommercial.com

Married to Cliff Cutler since 1983, Robin founded the Property Management division of Cutler Commercial in 1985. With growth as a result of hard work and diligence, Cutler’s management division is now one of the premier management companies in the Phoenix metropolitan area. We pride ourselves on being accessible, communicative, honest, and fair. Robin Cutler graduated from the University of Arizona, cum laude, in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science. She holds the Certified Property Manager designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). When not working, Robin enjoys time with her family and friends and cycling on the streets of Phoenix and Scottsdale.

SANDRA BENDER

Controller
Direct Line: (602) 386-1249
sbender@cutlercommercial.com

Sandra has over 10 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry. Since joining the Cutler Commercial team, she has taken on many roles within the company and works towards improving the overall growth and efficiency of a smooth-running business. She works closely with Management, Agents and Tenants on a day-to-day basis with strong leadership and communication skills to complete every task. In her free time, she enjoys reading, decorating for the holidays and spending time with her family.

 

ALEXA CUTLER

Property Management/Leasing Admin
Direct Line: (602) 386-1245
acutler@cutlercommercial.com

Alexa joined the Cutler Commercial team in 2020. She has been a licensed Real Estate agent in Arizona since 2018. She is a member of the Institute of Real Estate Management and earned her Certified Property Manager Certificate in 2024. Originally from the east coast, Alexa graduated with her Bachelor’s degree from University of Rhode Island. She earned her Master’s Degree from Grand Canyon University. Alexa considers herself to be a life-long learner. When she is not working, she is spending time with her family and two dogs.

 

DENISE SORTO

Property Manager
Direct Line: (602) 386-1223
dsorto@cutlercommercial.com

With over 3 years with the Cutler Commercial team, Denise Sorto is committed to collaboration and growth as a real estate property manager, who manages a diverse commercial portfolio. Originally from the East coast, Denise moved to Arizona to seek a new adventure. Beyond her professional life, Denise is passionate about traveling and exploring new cultures. When she’s not managing properties, you can often find her hiking scenic trails or practicing calligraphy—two hobbies that allow her to unwind and express her creativity.

 

ELONI YAWN

Property Manager
Direct Line: (602) 386-3010
eyawn@cutlercommercial.com

With over a decade of property management and Real Estate experience, I am dedicated to serving my clients. Providing tenants and property owners with exemplary service and setting the standard for professionalism and high performance.

 

ERIK RUOFF

Property Manager
Direct Line: (602) 386-1243
eruoff@cutlercommercial.com

Erik comes to Cutler Commercial with 30+ years of management experience, including 20 years in construction management and development. He has extensive experience growing, developing and overseeing all aspects of daily operations for several companies that generate multimillion dollars in annual revenue, with 40 employees across 6 states. His attention to detail and customer service will provide a wonderful benefit to our Cutler Commercial tenants. Erik enjoys a challenging environment and is always striving to expand his knowledge of the industry. In his free time, Erik enjoys golfing, hiking, fishing and spending time with his family.

 

JENNIFER OAKDEN

Property Manager
Direct Line: (602) 386-1239
joakden@cutlercommercial.com

Jennifer joined Cutler Commercial as a graduate of San Francisco State University with a degree in Business Communications.  Jennifer began her career as residential property appraiser, then transitioned to managing an accounting firm with over 600 clients.  In that position she was in charge of all client communications. This provided a great foundation for commercial property management. Jennifer brings organizational experience and many years of client communications to her role here at Cutler Commercial. Jennifer loves to spend her free time hiking, mountain biking and cooking for family and friends on the weekends.

 

VINCENT HALL

Property Manager
Direct Line: (602) 386-3009
vhall@cutlercommercial.com

Vincent is a 2024 graduate of Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Law and a minor in Real Estate. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, he has spent the past four years learning while immersing himself in Arizona’s dynamic real estate market. Licensed since 2023, Vincent is excited to be a part of the team at Cutler Commercial, where he is applying his expertise and proactive communication skills to provide excellent service to both property Owners and Tenants.

 

NINA PAYNE

Property Manager
Direct Line: (602) 386-1235
npayne@cutlercommercial.com

Since relocating from Chicago to Arizona in 1996, Nina has cultivated a diverse and dynamic career that spans the travel industry, corporate operations, and small business ownership. Her professional journey began in the travel sector, where she took on a key role with American Airlines in supply chain management. Later, Nina transitioned to entrepreneurship, owning and operating a retail bakery for 8 years, where she honed her skills in customer service, operations, and business development. Today, Nina brings that same passion and versatility to the real estate industry as a licensed real estate agent. Since joining the Cutler Commercial team in June of 2025 as the new Assistant Commercial Property Manager, she is applying her broad experience to support property operations, client relationships, and business growth.

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