Bio

Michael G. Gaich, CCIM, graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering. He developed an intense interest in the Space Program working for The Boeing Company. He earned a Master’s Degree in Systems Management from the Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne. It wasn’t long before his interests turned to commercial real estate in 1973. In November of 1978 Michael was recognized by the CCIM Institute of the National Association of Realtors for earning the CCIM Institutes designation for Commercial Real Estate. The requirements for this designation are five (5) Commercial Real Estate courses, each followed by a written test. Upon completion of the 5 courses the applicant has a final test lasting 2-3 hours. Michaels’ certification number is 849 and he was the first recipient of the CCIM designation in Brevard County. Currently the number of CCIM’s worldwide is 8,600.

Under his expertise and guidance, the Michael Gaich Company has performed as real estate consultants for the acquisition or liquidation of investment properties and the development of triple net lease retail projects for long term appreciation. His retail development ventures included Build to Suit for Eckerd’s, CVS, Publix, Winn Dixie, Staples and a list of national and local retail tenants spanning more than 25 years. The training and experience of The Michael Gaich Company has also provided the opportunity to represent major developers and owners of office buildings, shopping centers, medical buildings and industrial development.

As a buyer’s broker, Michael has represented numerous parties in the acquisition of vacant land, improved commercial real estate and industrial facilities. His experience ranges from single-site representation to multi-sites, including such areas as retail, fast food, medical, office and industrial.

His consulting experience included two Developments of Regional Impact (DRI) for a planned corporate park with his involvement from the acquisition, planning and development to the marketing of the property. His list of corporate clients is extensive including, Boeing, Hughes Aerospace, McDonell Douglas, U.S. Space Camp, Brinker International, TICO Airport Authority, Florida Space Authority, State of Florida, Brunswick (Sea Ray Boats), Airborne Express, Hanor-Camdevco Assoc., VectorSpace Associates, Clark-Gaich Enterprises, Galleria Partners, SunTrust Bank, Bank of America and many more notable entities. His involvement and devotion to his community is well-known and appreciated. He is currently serving on the Maxwell King Center for Performing Arts Board. He has served on the Canine Companions for Independence Southeast Board of Directors as President and board member for 19 years. He now serves on the Canine Companions for Independence Advisory Board. He currently serves on the Suntree Country Club Strategic Planning Committee. He previously served on the SunTrust Bank Administrative Board, was Past President of the Brevard Community College Foundation Board (now Eastern Florida State College), Rollins College Brevard Advisory Board, Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast and many more.

Michael and Carol Ann Gaich are longtime residents of Brevard County and currently reside in the Wyndham community at Viera. Michael enjoys golf, exercise, photography and travel.