Shannon K. Yates
About Shannon K. Yates
Shannon K. Yates is the Vice President of Commercial Account Management at Lessen, with extensive experience in commercial real estate and brokerage.
Current Position at Lessen
Shannon K. Yates holds the position of Vice President, Commercial Account Management at Lessen. Since 2023, he has been based in Seattle, Washington, where he oversees commercial account management functions. His role involves strategic planning, client relationship management, and optimizing commercial operations within the company.
Previous Role at ISS A/S
Before joining Lessen, Shannon worked at ISS A/S as Americas Operations Performance from 2022 to 2023. During this tenure, he contributed to enhancing operational performance within the Americas region. His responsibilities likely included overseeing operational metrics, improving efficiency, and ensuring high performance across multiple accounts.
Experience at Cushman & Wakefield
Shannon was a Senior Managing Director - IFM Platform at Cushman & Wakefield from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he led integrated facilities management for key clients, focusing on delivering efficient and effective facility solutions. His efforts supported various client needs, ensuring optimal operational standards and service delivery.
Role at Dematic
From 2019 to 2020, Shannon served as SVP, Global Strategic Accounts at Dematic. His responsibilities involved managing global strategic accounts and developing automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution environments. Shannon played a crucial part in strengthening client relationships and advancing the company's market presence.
Education and Qualifications
Shannon K. Yates holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He is also a Licensed Real Estate Managing Broker in the state of Washington, certified by the Washington State Real Estate Commission. Additionally, he has a Six Sigma Green Belt from DMAIC, indicating his proficiency in process improvements, methodology, and optimization.