Our Team

Built around people.
Focused on results.

Commercial real estate is a relationship business, but lasting relationships are earned through preparation, communication, and execution.

At Forge, every client works directly with experienced professionals who remain personally involved throughout the process. From investment strategy and marketing to negotiations and transaction coordination, our team works together to create a seamless experience and exceptional outcomes.

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Our Approach

Direct access.
No hand-offs.

Forge was intentionally built because we believe clients deserve direct access to experienced professionals.

There are no unnecessary handoffs or layers between you and the people responsible for your transaction. The advisors developing your strategy are the same professionals guiding negotiations, solving challenges, and helping you cross the finish line.

Every member of our team plays a distinct role, but we share one commitment: helping clients make confident commercial real estate decisions.

Founders

Zeke Liston

Founding Partner

$137.9M Transaction volume

1,243 Units represented

As Founding Partner and Principal Broker, Zeke co-leads Forge with a vision of building an advisory firm known for thoughtful strategy, disciplined execution, and lasting client relationships.

Specializing in commercial multifamily investment sales throughout Central Ohio, Zeke partners with owners and investors to position assets strategically, negotiate effectively, and maximize value at every stage of the transaction. He believes every assignment deserves senior-level attention and that every recommendation should support a client’s long-term investment goals, rather than just the immediate transaction. Together with Joey, Zeke drives the firm’s commitment to delivering institutional-grade expertise with a boutique, client-first approach.

License 2026002602 (OH)

Joey Miller

Founding Partner

$63.0M Transaction volume

707 Units represented

As Founding Partner, Joey co-leads Forge while working directly with owners and investors to identify high-value opportunities, evaluate investments, and navigate complex commercial real estate transactions from underwriting through closing.

Bringing an investment-focused perspective and a highly collaborative approach to Central Ohio’s multifamily market, Joey is committed to providing the disciplined guidance clients need to make confident decisions. He believes the strongest portfolios are built through meticulous acquisitions, strategic planning, and trusted relationships. Together with Zeke, Joey ensures that Forge remains a dedicated, forward-thinking partner in growing and protecting client wealth.

License 20210000671 (OH)

Advisory

David Spurlock

Commercial Real Estate Advisor

$5.0M Transaction volume

30 Units represented

David represents buyers, sellers, and investors throughout Central Ohio, helping clients navigate commercial real estate opportunities with professionalism and integrity.

Having participated in more than $5 million in multifamily investment sales, David focuses on understanding each client's objectives before developing a strategy tailored to their investment goals. Whether representing an owner preparing to sell or an investor pursuing new opportunities, he brings responsiveness, market insight, and a relationship-first mindset to every engagement.

David is committed to helping clients make informed decisions while delivering a smooth, professional experience from initial conversation through closing.

License 2022005415 (OH)

Marketing & Operations

Jessica Dunkley

Head of Marketing & Operations

Jessica oversees the marketing, operations, and technology initiatives that support Forge Real Estate Advisors, helping transform strategy into execution across every area of the firm.

She leads the firm's branding, property marketing, website strategy, CRM development, operational processes, and transaction support, creating the systems that allow Forge to deliver a consistent, professional advisory experience for every client. Working across departments, she bridges strategy with execution to build scalable processes that support both advisors and clients.

From launching new initiatives to refining internal workflows, Jessica's focus is on strengthening the firm's operations, elevating the client experience, and ensuring every interaction reflects the professionalism, preparation, and attention to detail that define Forge.

Transaction Management

Kerv Rocete

Transaction Coordinator

Kerv manages the details that keep transactions moving from contract through closing.

Working closely with advisors, clients, lenders, attorneys, and title companies, Kerv coordinates documentation, timelines, and communication to help every transaction progress efficiently.

By keeping every moving piece organized, Kerv helps create the smooth, responsive experience clients expect from Forge.

What Clients Can Expect

The same Forge philosophy.

Regardless of who you meet first, you'll experience the same Forge philosophy:

Strategy before action.
Preparation before negotiation.
Communication before confusion.
Relationships before transactions.

Exceptional brokerage service isn't built by one individual. It's built by a team committed to helping clients make confident commercial real estate decisions.

Looking Ahead

Growing
intentionally.

Forge is growing intentionally. As our team expands, we will continue adding professionals who share our commitment to integrity, collaboration, disciplined execution, and exceptional client service.

Our goal isn't simply to become a larger brokerage. It's to become the brokerage owners and investors trust most when making important commercial real estate decisions.

Behind every successful transaction is a team that understands what matters most to its clients. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing in commercial multifamily real estate, we'd welcome the opportunity to show you what it's like to work with Forge.

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Direct access.No hand-offs.