Meet the Team

Tom Adelson

President

Tom Adelson is a nationally recognized tenant representation specialist with more than four decades of experience advising organizations on complex commercial real estate decisions. Throughout his career, he has represented hundreds of lease transactions totaling more than 30 million square feet for companies across Metro Phoenix and nationwide. Known for his people-first, strategic approach, Tom helps clients navigate negotiations with clarity while keeping long-term business goals at the forefront. He previously held senior leadership roles at Cushman & Wakefield, CBRE, and Newmark, executing significant office transactions for national occupiers. In 2025, Tom founded Adelson Brown Real Estate Advisors to deliver a focused, client-first platform built on experience, integrity, and creative deal-making.

Dave Brown

Designated Broker

David Brown is a seasoned commercial real estate advisor with more than 25 years of experience specializing exclusively in occupier representation. He has completed more than 700 client engagements across 41 states and 10 countries, including numerous large-scale transactions exceeding 100,000 square feet. Known for his disciplined, analytical approach, David provides objective guidance by representing only tenants and occupiers, eliminating conflicts of interest. His background includes senior roles at Cushman & Wakefield, CBRE, and American Express Financial Advisors, as well as founding Brown Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC. David brings a strong financial foundation and clear strategic insight to every client engagement.

Jen Metz 

Vice President

With a background spanning both office and industrial real estate, Jen brings over a decade of experience focused on driving execution, efficiency, and long-term client success. She began her career with a top industrial brokerage team at CBRE before transitioning into office leasing with Cushman & Wakefield, giving her a well-rounded perspective on strategy and execution. In her current role, Jen oversees marketing, business development initiatives, and operational execution across the firm. She works closely with brokers and clients to enhance efficiency, strengthen relationships, and support the firm’s continued growth. Jen is known for her organization, attention to detail, and client-first approach.