(BEND, OR) – Compass Commercial Real Estate Services is pleased to announce Joel Thomas has joined the company as a broker.

Most recently, Thomas led the strategic and operational implementation of Dr. Knute Buehler’s campaign for Oregon Secretary of State. Previously, Thomas spent five years in the financial industry; first in lending and later helping clients create and execute long-term comprehensive financial plans.

Thomas joins Compass Commercial as a broker working with Pat Kesgard, CCIM and Bruce Kemp, CCIM.

“Joel’s wide variety of experience and extensive network of relationships are already a tremendous asset to our team,” said Kesgard. “His enthusiasm for brokerage is matched by his professionalism and we look forward to his impact on the continued growth of our firm.”

Joel is a licensed broker in Oregon and is actively studying for his CCIM designation.

He received a Bachelor of Arts in economics from the University of California, Irvine.

“Having grown up in Central Oregon, I’m thrilled to return to the region to raise my family, get involved with local organizations and give back to our community. I’m excited and honored to have the opportunity to establish my brokerage career with such a well-respected and world-class firm,” said Thomas.

Joel Thomas can be reached at jthomas@compasscommercial.com or 541-383-2444.