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Executive Team

More than thirty years of consistent quality project delivery have made Chase one of Jacksonville’s leading real estate companies. With a number of award-winning properties to its credit, Chase Properties continues to innovate and redefine quality. A recognized development authority, the firm’s staff is composed of dedicated, collaborative professionals who work with the best architectural, engineering and construction firms to create great places. Chase specializes in high-profile, mixed-use projects including transit-oriented developments (TODs) and public-private partnerships, with an emphasis on urban-infill incorporating healthy living initiatives.

MICHAEL BALANKY
PRESIDENT, CEO

Michael Balanky is the founder, President and CEO of Chase Properties. A third-generation Jacksonville, FL native with strong ties in the area’s business, governmental and non-profit communities, Michael has served on the Board of Directors for several of Jacksonville’s most notable companies and is very active in the non-profit sector. He is also a founding member of the Jacksonville Chapter of the Urban Land Institute.

Affiliations & Accolades:

Recipient of the SBA’s “Small Businessperson of the Year” award for the State of Florida
Recipient of the “40 Most Influential People in Jacksonville” award
Recipient of the Chamber of Commerce “Small Businessperson of the Year” award for Jacksonville, FL
Former National Delegate to the White House Conference on Small Business Issues
Chairman Emeritus of the Jacksonville Economic Development Company
Founder / Chairman of the Board of the First Coast Micro Loan Program
Former Board Member of the SBA Advisory Board
Member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce Board of Governors
Former Board Member of Leadership Jacksonville
Commodore Emeritus of Epping Forest Yacht Club
Chairman Emeritus of the University Club

michael@chaseproperties.com

(904) 923-7065

MICHAEL MCGOWAN
VICE PRESIDENT, BROKERAGE & DEVELOPMENT

Michael McGowan is a fourth-generation Jacksonville native. He graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a degree in Applied Economics and minors in Business and Real Estate. Before joining Chase in 2014, Michael worked as a Leasing Advisor at The Shopping Center Group in Jacksonville. He has driven several projects over his tenure under direction of owner Michael Balanky, and specializes in such areas as site acquisition & development, commercial leasing, age-restricted community development, investment sales, & property valuation. He was an integral part of the team for "The District" developer, a $500m mixed-use project, as well as the $100m+ retirement community "Parkland Preserve" at the World Golf Village, a 30-acre medical facility for Baptist across from Rayonier's "Wildlight" Community and several other retail and residential developments throughout the greater Jacksonville area.

Affiliations & Accolades:

Member of the Urban Land Institute
Chair of the Urban Land Institute Young Leaders Group (YLG)
Member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Chair for the North Florida ICSC Annual Conference
ICSC Next Generation Committee Member
Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Candidate
Bergstrom Council - Regional Director of North Florida
Florida Association of REALTORS®
Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida

mcgowan@chaseproperties.com

(904) 219-2016

CHASE BALANKY
VICE PRESIDENT, DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS

Chase Balanky is a fourth-generation Jacksonville native. As a graduate of the University of Florida in Economics with minors in Business and Entrepreneurship, Chase spent ten years in the Consumer-Packaged Goods industry driving sales for some of the biggest brands in the adult beverage industry. He managed multiple markets throughout the state of Florida for the largest premium wine and spirits supplier in the US, while consistently exceeding sales goals and delivering fiscal year plan achievements. Chase has seamlessly transitioned his skillset towards the real estate industry while quickly becoming a valuable asset to the team. Chase is proficient at conducting due diligence for potential real estate development projects including site selection, demographic analysis, density analysis and permitting.

Affiliations & Accolades