Dustin Pittman
Associate Advisor, SVN Commercial Advisory
Tampa, FL 33602
Phone (941) 387-1200
Specialties
Investment Sales Broker, Landlord Rep, Landlord Rep (Industrial)
Property Types
Industrial, Specialty
Markets
Chicago, Tampa/St Petersburg
Bio
Licensed Real Estate Broker – Illinois & Florida | Licensed Business Broker – Illinois
Dustin Pittman is a seasoned commercial real estate and business brokerage professional with a proven track record advising business owners, investors, and developers across the Midwest and Southeast United States. As a licensed real estate broker in both Illinois and Florida and a licensed business broker in Illinois, Dustin delivers a rare combination of real estate market expertise, business valuation insight, and transaction execution experience that allows clients to maximize value whether they are buying, selling, or developing commercial assets.
Dustin specializes in the sale and acquisition of small to mid-sized businesses, owner-occupied real estate, and development properties. His work spans retail, automotive, manufacturing, and industrial sectors, with particular depth in car wash operations, multi-tenant investment properties, and legacy manufacturing facilities. Dustin’s dual-focus approach enables him to represent both the underlying business and the real estate—offering clients a streamlined, strategic process that aligns with their long-term financial and operational goals.
Dustin has successfully guided numerous privately held and family-owned businesses through the complex stages of valuation, exit planning, and sale preparation. Partnering closely with certified business appraisers, commercial lenders, and attorneys, he ensures that each transaction is supported by precise financial analysis and strong lending relationships. His clients benefit from his ability to structure deals that satisfy both seller objectives and buyer financing requirements, whether through traditional sales, SBA-backed acquisitions, or creative owner-financing solutions.
Within commercial real estate, Dustin has represented clients in site selection, investment sales, and tenant representation across Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. He has worked on a wide range of assignments, from sourcing greenfield sites for new developments to repositioning underperforming retail and mixed-use assets. His analytical approach—supported by deep market knowledge, demographic research, and financial modeling—allows clients to make informed, data-driven decisions. He has developed a strong network of national and regional operators, franchise groups, and private capital investors, frequently connecting them to high-quality off-market opportunities.
Dustin’s professional network extends across multiple industries. He has established strong working relationships with leading vendors and suppliers, including Triumph Car Wash Parts, Erie Brush Manufacturing, and JBS Chemical, as well as financial partners such as American Commercial Bank & Trust and Paramount Capital Partners. His ability to bridge relationships between operating companies, capital providers, and property owners has made him a trusted connector in both the car wash and manufacturing sectors.
In addition to his brokerage and advisory work, Dustin regularly assists business owners with strategic exit planning. Through Thames Management Resources, he helps long-time owners prepare for succession by assessing company value, identifying qualified buyers, and facilitating confidential transitions that preserve both legacy and liquidity. His process incorporates a clear understanding of the “Silver Tsunami” demographic shift affecting baby-boomer business owners, and he is known for his thoughtful, relationship-driven approach that emphasizes education, transparency, and long-term outcomes over short-term transactions.
Dustin is also active in commercial development initiatives throughout the greater Chicago metropolitan area and Florida’s Gulf Coast, where he advises on land acquisition, entitlement, and marketing strategies. His work frequently involves coordinating between developers, municipalities, and anchor tenants to unlock the highest and best use of commercial properties. Clients appreciate his proactive communication, detailed reporting, and ability to execute customized marketing strategies designed to attract qualified operators and investors.
A professional known for integrity, persistence, and attention to detail, Dustin is recognized for his commitment to helping clients achieve measurable results. He combines a data-driven mindset with genuine relationship management, earning the trust of business owners, investors, and peers alike. His polished, process-oriented approach has positioned him as a respected voice in both the business brokerage and commercial real estate communities.
