Robert Mc Laughlin
About Robert Mc Laughlin
Robert McLaughlin is a Corporate Real Estate Manager with extensive experience in real estate and development services, having worked for Dunkin' Brands and Inspire Brands. He specializes in negotiating lease extensions, managing property portfolios, and collaborating across departments to support strategic real estate initiatives.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Robert McLaughlin serves as the Corporate Real Estate Manager at Inspire Brands, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing real estate initiatives and collaborating with various departments, including Construction, Legal, Lease Administration, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). His work focuses on strategic planning and optimizing the company's real estate portfolio.
Previous Experience at Dunkin' Brands
Prior to his current role, Robert McLaughlin worked at Dunkin' Brands in several capacities. He served as the Development Services Manager from 2018 to 2021, overseeing development projects. He also held the position of Senior Consumer Care Coordinator from 2016 to 2017 and worked as a Development Services Supervisor and Franchising Qualification Specialist during his tenure. His experience at Dunkin' Brands spans various roles that contributed to his expertise in real estate management.
Educational Background
Robert McLaughlin studied at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Sport Management. He also attended the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst, achieving another Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. His education provided a foundation for his career in corporate real estate management.
Expertise in Real Estate Management
Robert McLaughlin possesses expertise in negotiating prime lease extensions and improving the profitability of real estate portfolios. He focuses on reducing costs associated with surplus property portfolios through strategies such as subleases and lease terminations. His role involves managing outside resources to gather market insights for strategic planning and engaging in research and analysis of real estate transactions.
Career Progression and Early Roles
Robert McLaughlin began his career as an Intern at Brockton Rox in 2011. He later served as the Group Sales Manager/Box Office Manager for a brief period in 2012. His early experience also includes a role as a Customer Service Representative at Arbella Insurance Group. These positions contributed to his professional development and understanding of customer relations and sales management.