James Gale
Managing Director, Director of Brokerage, Cushman & Wakefield
New York, NY 10104
James Gale currently serves as Managing Director at Cushman & Wakefield.
Phone (212) 841-7941
James Gale currently serves as Managing Director at Cushman & Wakefield.
Specialties
Landlord Rep (Office), Tenant Rep (Office)
Property Types
Office, Flex
Markets
Long Island (New York), New York City, Northern New Jersey
Bio
James M. Gale is Managing Director and Director of Brokerage at Cushman & Wakefield where he leads a high-performing team of brokers within the firm’s Midtown Manhattan office, and leads the firm’s Westchester County and Stamford, Connecticut offices. With a foundation built on years of client representation, Mr. Gale focuses on leadership, talent development, and strategic growth. He brings a business-minded, client-first approach to brokerage management.
Mr. Gale previously served as Vice President at CBRE and as Senior Associate at Cushman & Wakefield, respectively, advising occupiers and investors across a wide range of asset classes. Earlier in his career, he held business development leadership roles in the commercial construction and contract interior industries in New York City. This unique background gives Mr. Gale a comprehensive understanding of the full real estate lifecycle, from concept through occupancy, and enables him to guide brokers and clients through Cushman & Wakefield’s internal network of specialized service lines and trusted external business partners with clarity and precision.
Mr. Gale is well-versed across life sciences, medical, office, retail, and industrial sectors. Over the course of his career, he has led and supported a wide range of complex transactions, portfolio strategies, and advisory engagements for both institutional and private clients. His pragmatic approach and ability to create solutions in challenging environments have earned him a reputation for reliability and results. Mr. Gale is deeply involved in guiding brokers through nuanced deal structures, and he actively collaborates with clients to align real estate decisions with long-term business goals. Mr. Gale’s hands-on brokerage experience remains a critical asset in his leadership role, allowing him to mentor with credibility, anticipate challenges, and support his team with practical, deal-tested insight.
Mr. Gale resides in Westchester County with his wife and two children.
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