our team


The Gibson Company's philosophy is one that is centered around our clients, our most valuable asset.  We strive to maintain the trust of our clients by delivering superior real estate solutions.  Our history of success and continuing growth is evidence of our commitment to excellence.


 

Doug Gibson

Doug Gibson's diverse background in the real estate profession, along with his 37 years of experience, has given him precedence and notoriety.  Doug's clients hold him in the highest regard, as he helps them in making informed and practical real estate decisions.

  • Joined/Hire Date: August 1991

  • Education: B.A. Economics & History

  • Professional Certifications: Realtor of the Year

  • Community Activities: Rotary, Member Crestwood Christian Church

  • Areas of Expertise: Commercial brokerage and management

 

 

Billy V. Smith
Billy V. Smith has provided efficient knowledge and confident services for his clients over the past 32 years.  Billy is renowned for superior real estate services that are always in the best interests of his clients. 
 

  • Joined/hire date:  August 1991
  • Professional Certifications:  Realtor, GRI, Realtor of the Year 1997 (LBAR), Commercial Realtor of the Year 2008 (LBAR, CIC)
  • Community Activities:  Member Southland Christian Church
  • Areas of expertise:  Commercial sales, leasing area property management
  • Additional:  Active many years in Lexington Bluegrass Association of Realtors
    (LBAR), served two terms on Board of Directors, chaired numerous committees
    and task forces and was one of the founding officers of the
    Commercial Investment Council.
     

 

 

Jim Powell

Jim Powell's knowledge of the Central Kentucky area, retail operations, property leasing, and management gives him and his clients an advantage.  Being a successful businessman and advisor for 36 years, Jim is a great asset to our company.  

  • Joined/Hire Date: March 2001

  • Education: B.S. Business Management & Accounting

  • Professional Certifications: KREC, Energy Management, Realtor

  • Community Activities: Rotary, SHRM, Chamber of Commerce, Member Southland Christian Church, CIC, CPAL, and NAR

  • Areas of Expertise: Business start-ups, Facilities management, Business analysis, commercial leasing, sales and management

  • Additional Information: More than 25 years background in retail management, experience with all areas of operations including expense control, human resources, operations analysis and facilities management.

 

 

Kevin Verhoven

Kevin Verhoven, CCIM, is a Lexington native and a 1992 graduate of the University of Kentucky. His knowledge of the area, attention to detail, and commitment to his clients make Kevin a valuable asset to The Gibson Company. Let Kevin help you with all of your commercial real estate needs.

  • Joined/Hire Date: March 2002

  • Education: B.A. Communications, University of Kentucky 1992

  • Professional Certifications: Realtor, Certified Commercial Investment Member

  • Community Activities: Member Centenary United Methodist Church

  • Areas of Expertise: Commercial leasing/sales, Property Management

  • Additional Information: Commercial Investment Council Member, National Association of Realtors, Lexington Board of Realtors

 



Ernie Arnold

Ernie Arnold is a central Kentucky native growing up in Versailles and moving to Lexington in 1974, where he still lives.  His knowledge of the area, the real estate market and the people is invaluable to his clients.

  • Joined/Hire Date: January 2003

  • Education: B.A. Business Administration, Transylvania University 1974

  • Professional Certification: Realtor/Broker 

  • Community Activities: Member First Presbyterian Church

  • Additional Information: 27 years of experience in sales and marketing.  Member of Lexington-Bluegrass Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and the Commercial Investment Council.

 

 

Paul Locknane

Paul Locknane is a lifelong resident of Lexington. Graduate of the University of Kentucky. Licensed Real Estate broker since 1978, Paul has a vast knowledge of Lexington and the surrounding area. Paul was employed by Kentucky Utilities for many years in their business development department working with area developers and businesses. He has 26 years experience in the construction business as a builder and general contractor. Give him a call for all your real estate needs

  • Joined/Hire Date: June 2006

  • Education: Business and Education, University of Kentucky 1970

  • Professional Certification: Broker/Realtor Registered Builder

  • Community Activities: Member, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church

  • Areas of Expertise: Real Estate and Leasing, Construction and Land Development

  • Additional Information: Lexington Bluegrass Association of Realtors, Commercial Investment Council Member and Nation Association of Realtors


 

Ed Richardson

Ed Richardson is a Lexington native and graduate of the University of Kentucky. His background in sales and marketing and commitment to excellent customer service to clients make Ed another valuable asset to The Gibson Company.

  • Joined/Hire Date: August 2005

  • Education: B.S. Business Administration, University of Kentucky

  • Professional Certification: Realtor

  • Community Activities: Member Crestwood Christian Church, Lexington Board of Realtors, Commercial Investment Council, Commercial Property Association of Lexington, National Association of Realtors

  • Areas of Expertise: Commercial Leasing and Sales



David Allen

David Allen is a lifelong resident of Lexington and Graduate of the University of Kentucky's Gatton College of Business. David has gained a vast understanding of the complex Central Kentucky real estate market through his experience as a licensed real estate appraiser. He has participated and practiced specifically as a commercial real estate appraiser for the past five years. David has played an important role consulting many banking, government, insurance, institutional investors, and investment groups in the bluegrass area.

  • Joined/Hire Date: May 2006

  • Education: Marketing, University of Kentucky; The Appraisal Institute, Chicago, IL

  • Professional Certification: Realtor, KY Certified Real Estate Appraiser

  • Community Activities: ALS Association

  • Areas of Expertise: Real Estate, Location Analysis, Leasing, and Investment Analysis

  • Additional Information: Lexington Bluegrass Association of Realtors, Nation Association of Realtors, Appraisal Institute



Isa Mashni

Isa Mashni is a native of Lexington and has over 13 years of experience as a commercial real estate agent and his areas of expertise include commercial sales and leasing, tenant representation, leasing of managed properties for Real Estate Investment Trusts, family trust and institutional properties.  Isa's professional affiliations include membership in the Commercial Properties Association of Lexington, the Lexington Bluegrass Association of Realtors, Kentucky Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors.

  • Joined/Hire Date: February 2007

  • Education: B.A. Business Administration, Transylvania University 1984

  • Professional Certification: Realtor



Greg Erwin

Greg Erwin has lived in Lexington for over 30 years and is a graduate of the University of Kentucky with a degree in Business Administration.  Greg has over 25 years of corporate sales and management experience that will benefit his clients in evaluation of commercial real estate.  Greg has specialized in the office and industrial real estate sectors. 

  • Joined:  January 2008

  • Education:  BA in Business Administration, University of Kentucky 1977.

  • Professional Certification:  Realtor, Broker

  • Community Activities:  Lexington Board of Realtors, Commercial Investment Council, Commercial Property Association of Lexington, National Association of Realtors, The Kentucky CCIM Chapter-Lexington District.

  • Area of Expertise:  Office and industrial sales and leasing.

 



Andy Strickland
 

Andy Strickland is a long-term resident of Lexington. He has provided real estate and insurance services for over 27 years to many local business owners.  

  • Joined/Hire Date:  November 2007

  • Education: B. S. Business Administration, University of Kentucky, 1974

  • Professional Certification: Realtor

  • Community Activities:  Finance Committee Chairman and member of Eastland Church of God, Lexington Rotary, Lexington Board of Realtors, Commercial Investment Council, Commercial Property Association of Lexington

  • Areas of expertise: Commercial Sales and Leasing

  • Additional Information:  Past President of Lexington Lions Club


 

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