Colliers International Managing Main and Main As a gathering space for Blues on the Mall, swing dancing, ice skating and more, Rosa Parks Circle and the immediate area is arguably the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. This area has seen unprecedented levels of activity over the last few years, much of which stems from the unique events and tenants. Colliers International’s property management department has witnessed the activity firsthand, managing a number of properties within the core of downtown. Take 140 Monroe Center NW as an example. “It’s a very exciting place to be, kind of in the heart of everything,” said Anne Ficeli, director of Colliers’ property management. Right across from Rosa Parks Circle, the building houses Sweet Yo’s Premium Frozen Yogurt and Angel’s Thai Café, as well as a variety of other tenants. “It’s a location that sees a lot of foot traffic, especially in the warm summer months.” Also close by and seeing new life is 25 Ottawa in the arena district. Ficeli and her team proudly manage the home to new restaurant McKay’s Downtown, which embodies the highly-popular concept of buying and eating local. “We’re excited to see this restaurant space come back to life. It is an ideal location and sure to be a great success with an innovative operator like Michael McKay” she said. With ArtPrize around the corner, the heightened downtown activity is just beginning, and Colliers is prepared for the action. “We’ve got a lot of varied experience in our property management department giving us more depth on our bench than anyone else.”
Anna Ficeli talks with Chef Michael Santo of McKays Downtown Restaurant. 18 49503 distinctively Downtown 2013