Woodyard announces new brokerage firm

Tom Woodyard, formerly of Gates D'Alessandro & Woodyard, has formed Woodyard Associates, LLC, a fullservice commercial real estate firm offering sales, leasing and investment opportunities in Southwest Florida. Joining Woodyard in the new company is a team of the area's top producers including Todd Holman, Hal Arkin, John Kremski, Steve Wood, Honora Jacobus, Robyn Wright, Alex Wright and Gloria Hooper.

"Since Frank D'Alessandro's unexpected passing last fall, we have been considering this move," said Woodyard. "I am excited about the new venture with this highly motivated, experienced team and look forward to continuing to provide superior service to our clients and the Southwest Florida business community."

D'Alessandro, a high-profile real estate broker, died in a kayaking accident off the coast of New Jersey in September.

"My focus will remain on providing superior construction services to the region and beyond, while Tom and his team will continue to focus on the full service commercial real estate sales and leasing," said Todd Gates, of Gates D'Alessandro and Woodyard. "The separation of businesses is completely amicable, and we look forward to working together with Woodyard Associates as opportunity permits."

Woodyard Associates has an agreement with Gates to purchase the listings of the brokerage. Woodyard and his team will assist with the closing of Gates D'Alessandro and Woodyard over the next few weeks.