John Lewinger

John Lewinger

Founder & Principal, Colliers New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM 87109

Phone (505) 880-7000

Specialties
Tenant Rep
Property Types
Hospitality, Industrial, Land, Office, Retail, Flex, Sports & Entertainment, Specialty, Multi-Family, Health Care
Markets
Albuquerque
Languages
English
Bio
As the founder of Colliers International | New Mexico, John established the Company in 1985 and built it into the largest and best service provider for commercial real estate in the State of New Mexico. He encourages his professionals to challenge and surpass their own high standards as well as those of the industry. John has the enthusiastic support of his clientele and colleagues. His participation in decision-making organizations has enhanced the position of commercial real estate issues at local, national and international levels. John’s decorations for service as an outstanding aviator during the Vietnam conflict serve to underscore his commitment to excellence. John Lewinger began his career in real estate as Assistant to the President of Sommer Construction Company, New York City and New Jersey, where he directed leasing and management of 1,000 apartment units and a 40 story building. In 1975 John moved to the Southwest where he founded a solid career in commercial real estate. As Broker and President of Walker Hinkle Company, John was instrumental in the company’s growth to the third largest real estate company in New Mexico. As Executive Vice President of G.W. Walker and Company, John oversaw the development of over 140,000 square feet of industrial space in a period of two years. After 25 years at the helm of Grubb & Ellis | New Mexico, John has turned the reins over to the next generation. John will focus his time on the many facets of real estate and banking to meet the needs of his clients.
Education
B.A. in Fine Arts, Bethany College, West Virginia
Affiliations
  • NAIOP - National Association of Industrial and Office Properties
Awards
Lieutenant Aviator, United States Navy, Vietnam Conflict Era
NAIOP Member of the Year, New Mexico Chapter: 1995
Realtor of the Year Award, Albuquerque Metropolitan Board of Realtors: 2001
New Mexico BusinessWeekly – “NM Power Broker Top 100” for 10 y