Chris Cummins

Chris Cummins

Managing Director Agency Leasing

Current Responsibilities

Chris is a Managing Director and Co-lead for the JLL Suburban Agency Leasing team, specializing in working with landlords and corporations to establish and implement successful real estate marketing and leasing strategies. By focusing primarily in the Suburban office market, Chris’ excellent market knowledge makes him a valuable resource to his clients. Chris offers solutions to get his clients the best value and highest returns on their leasing portfolio. Chris is in for the long-term to add and protect the value of their portfolio throughout the entire investment cycle.

Experience

Chris has been in the commercial real estate industry for 24 years. During his career, he has been involved in over 15 million square feet of leases throughout the Chicago suburbs and has helped several companies with their entire real estate portfolio. Before joining JLL, Chris spent 6 years with Cushman & Wakefield, 4 years with CBRE, followed by 10 years as a Principal at Colliers International. He has earned several top awards and recognition in the industry including top producer at both Colliers and Cushman & Wakefield.

Education and Affiliations

  • Bachelor of Arts | Regis University
  • NAIOP
  • Lake County Partners
  • President, St. Joan of Arc Men’s Club

Achievements

  • JLL Top Producer - 2024, 2023
  • NAIOP Finalist - Suburban Office Deal of the Year - 2024
  • Winner NAIOP Suburban Office Broker Transaction of the Year – 2019, 2018, 2015, 2007
  • Top Producer – Colliers International, 2015, 2014, 2011, 2010, 2007
  • Top Producer – Cushman & Wakefield, 2018
  • CoStar Power Broker Award- 2015