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Mitch and Josh Hertz bring decades of combined expertise to Bay Area commercial real estate — delivering institutional-grade service with unmatched local depth.

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800+
Deals Closed
$2B+
In Sales
5M+ SF
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800+
Deals Closed
$2B+
In Sales
5M+ SF
Transacted
Global
Markets Served
What We Do

Our Services

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01

Tenant Representation

We advocate exclusively for tenants, securing optimal lease terms and locations that align with your business strategy — from site selection through negotiation and beyond.

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02

Corporate Services

Comprehensive portfolio strategy and execution for growing companies. We manage multi-market real estate needs with a single point of accountability.

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03

Investment Sales

Deep market intelligence and a broad investor network to maximize value for sellers and identify premium acquisition opportunities for buyers.

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Track Record

Notable Transactions

2021
Pleasanton, CA
10x Genomics
300,000 SF HQ
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2018
Mare Island, CA
Touro University
450,000 SF Campus
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2020
San Ramon, CA
Accela Software
60,000 SF HQ
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Worldwide
Pune, India
Undisclosed Client
120,000 SF
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Worldwide
Singapore
10x Genomics
59,000 SF
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The Team

Meet Mitch & Josh

Mitchell Hertz
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Mitchell Hertz

Executive Director · Cushman & Wakefield

30+ years at Cushman & Wakefield. Former real estate attorney. Helping companies create and implement global real estate strategies.

Josh Hertz
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Josh Hertz

Broker Associate · Tenant Advisory Group

Kelley School of Business graduate. Specializes in tenant advisory services across SF, East Bay, Peninsula, and Silicon Valley markets.

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The Team

Mitch &

Josh Hertz

A father-son team at Cushman & Wakefield, combining decades of legal and brokerage expertise with a modern, data-driven approach to Bay Area commercial real estate.

Mitchell Hertz
Direct Contact
(925) 274-2803
CA DRE #01161729
Executive Director

Mitchell Hertz

Cushman & Wakefield — Walnut Creek, CA

Mitch Hertz joined Cushman & Wakefield's Commercial Brokerage Group in 1994 after practicing law with a real estate litigation firm. His legal background provides a distinctive advantage in complex lease and sale negotiations, offering clients insight that goes beyond traditional brokerage.

With over 30 years of Bay Area market experience, Mitch specializes in helping technology and life science companies execute large-scale real estate strategies. He was primarily responsible for the 450,000 SF Touro University campus search and negotiation, and has led landmark headquarters transactions for 10x Genomics (300,000 SF in Pleasanton and 59,000 SF in Singapore), Accela Software (60,000 SF), and international mandates including a 120,000 SF corporate office in Pune, India.

In addition to occupier services, Mitch advises investors on the acquisition and disposition of office, industrial, and retail assets throughout the Bay Area, managing worldwide real estate portfolio strategy for many of his clients.

Education
— Juris Doctorate, Santa Clara University School of Law
— B.S. Economics, University of California, Los Angeles
Notable Clients
10x Genomics (Worldwide)ICE Mortgage (Worldwide)Accela Software (Worldwide)Touro University (Medical School)AIG InsuranceAEI Consultants (Entire U.S.)Premise Data (Worldwide)Prosomnus (Worldwide)LightRiver Technologies
Josh Hertz
Direct Contact
(925) 935-0770
CA DRE #02245870
Broker Associate — Tenant Advisory Group

Josh Hertz

Cushman & Wakefield — Walnut Creek, CA

Josh Hertz is a Broker Associate on Cushman & Wakefield's Tenant Advisory Group, specializing in representing tenants across the San Francisco Bay Area. He brings a modern, analytical approach to commercial real estate — combining deep market research with strategic negotiation to deliver exceptional outcomes for his clients.

Josh focuses on helping companies of all sizes navigate the complexities of leasing, from initial site selection through final lease execution. His work spans office, industrial, and flex space across San Francisco, the East Bay, Peninsula, and Silicon Valley markets.

A graduate of Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, Josh combines academic rigor with hands-on Bay Area market knowledge to provide clients with a competitive edge in every transaction.

Education
— B.S., Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
Specialties
Tenant RepresentationSite SelectionLease NegotiationOffice SpaceIndustrialFlex SpaceBay Area MarketsPortfolio Strategy
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What We Do

Our
Services

Three core disciplines, one integrated team. Mitch and Josh Hertz deliver expert commercial real estate services across the full spectrum of Bay Area transactions.

01

Tenant Representation

Your Advocate in Every Negotiation
—Market analysis and needs assessment
—Site selection across Bay Area submarkets
—Financial modeling and lease comparison
—Lease negotiation and legal coordination
—Renewal and restructuring strategy
—Sublease and disposition advisory

Finding and securing the right commercial space is one of the most consequential decisions a business makes. As dedicated tenant representatives, Mitch and Josh Hertz work exclusively on your behalf — never for landlords — ensuring your interests are protected at every step.

From initial market analysis and site selection through lease negotiation and execution, we leverage our deep Bay Area market knowledge and Cushman & Wakefield's global resources to secure terms that align with your business objectives, budget, and growth trajectory.

Notable Transactions
Pleasanton, CA
10x Genomics
300,000 SF HQ Lease
Pune, India
Undisclosed Client
120,000 SF Corporate Office
San Ramon, CA
Accela Software
60,000 SF HQ Lease
Mare Island, CA
Touro University
450,000 SF Campus
02

Corporate Services

Strategic Portfolio Management
—Portfolio strategy and planning
—Multi-market transaction management
—Lease administration and compliance
—Space utilization analysis
—Workplace strategy consulting
—Global portfolio coordination via C&W network

For companies with multi-location or multi-market real estate needs, a fragmented approach leads to missed opportunities and unnecessary costs. Our corporate services practice provides a single point of accountability for your entire real estate portfolio.

We develop and execute comprehensive real estate strategies that align with your company's growth plans, financial objectives, and operational requirements. With Cushman & Wakefield's global platform behind us, we deliver institutional-grade portfolio management with the personal attention of a boutique firm.

03

Investment Sales

Maximizing Value for Buyers and Sellers
—Asset valuation and pricing strategy
—Targeted buyer/seller identification
—Marketing and deal structuring
—Due diligence coordination
—1031 exchange advisory
—Off-market transaction sourcing

The Bay Area commercial real estate investment market demands sophisticated market intelligence, a deep network of qualified buyers and sellers, and the ability to execute complex transactions with precision.

For sellers, we develop targeted marketing strategies that generate maximum exposure and competitive bidding. For buyers, we provide proprietary deal flow, rigorous underwriting support, and access to off-market opportunities.

Owner-User

We represent businesses seeking to own their own commercial real estate — eliminating lease exposure and building long-term equity.

—Owner-user acquisition strategy
—SBA 504 & conventional financing
—Build-to-suit and sale-leaseback
Investment Assets

Access to on- and off-market opportunities across office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use asset classes.

—Income property acquisition
—Cap rate analysis & underwriting
—1031 exchange advisory
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Recognition

Awards &
Accolades

Three decades of consistent excellence, recognized by Cushman & Wakefield, CoStar, and the San Francisco Business Times.

30+
Years of Excellence
13+
Major Awards
5×
CoStar Power Broker
2×
SF Biz Times Deal of the Year
Full Record of Recognition
Global Reach

Relationships &
Past Deals

Decades of landmark transactions spanning six continents. Explore our complete deal portfolio.

800+
Deals Closed
5M+ SF
SF Transacted
Global
Markets Served
$2B+
In Sales
Our Network

Trusted by the World's
Leading Organizations

Cushman & Wakefield
10x Genomics
Touro University
Accela Software
ICE Mortgage
AIG Insurance
AEI Consultants
Premise Data
Prosomnus
LightRiver Technologies
Undisclosed Client (India)
Undisclosed Client (Global)
Market Intelligence

Bay Area CRE
Market Intelligence

Powered by Cushman & Wakefield's global research platform. Bay Area market data, weekly CRE news, and direct links to the latest C&W MarketBeat reports.

Cushman & Wakefield · Q4 2025

Bay Area Market Beat Highlights

Q4 2025
San Francisco Office
$67.47
Avg Asking Rent PSF/yr
6.7%
Retail Vacancy
first time below 7% in 2 yrs

SF office rents stabilizing as AI and tech firms absorb sublease space.

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Q4 2025
East Bay Oakland Office
27.1%
Vacancy Rate
$3.70
Asking Rent PSF/mo

East Bay office market stabilizing — Q4 leasing activity up 28.5% from 2024, with investors returning.

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Q4 2025
Walnut Creek / Pleasanton
29.7%
Vacancy Rate

Tri-Valley office market remains a key submarket for Hertz CRE clients seeking suburban alternatives to SF.

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Q4 2025
Bay Area Life Sciences
$5.89
Avg Asking Rent PSF/mo
79
Tenants in Market
totaling 3.3M SF

Bay Area leads U.S. in VC funding with $141.6B raised by locally based companies in first three quarters of 2025.

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Research & Reports

Cushman & Wakefield MarketBeats

Access the full library of C&W MarketBeat reports — from Bay Area submarkets to every major market worldwide.

Bay Area
SF Bay Area MarketBeats
Office, retail, and life sciences reports for San Francisco and North Bay
East Bay
Oakland / East Bay MarketBeats
Office and industrial reports for Oakland, Alameda, and Contra Costa counties
Tri-Valley
Walnut Creek / Pleasanton
Tri-Valley office and industrial market reports
National
All U.S. MarketBeats
National office, industrial, retail, and multifamily reports across 90+ markets
Global
Global MarketBeats Interactive Map
Access C&W market data for every major city worldwide
Weekly Update

CRE News & Insights

Need Market Guidance?

Mitch and Josh translate raw market data into actionable real estate strategy. Let's talk about what the numbers mean for your next move.

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Conversation

Every great deal starts with a conversation. Reach out to Mitch or Josh directly, or send us a message below.

Mitchell Hertz
Executive Director
(925) 274-2803 mitch.hertz@cushwake.com
CA DRE #01161729
Josh Hertz
Broker Associate — Tenant Advisory Group
(925) 935-0770 josh.hertz@cushwake.com
CA DRE #02245870
Office
Cushman & Wakefield
1333 N. California Blvd, Suite 500
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Markets Served
San FranciscoEast BayContra CostaPeninsulaSilicon ValleyTri-Valley
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