Stevens Receives Exemplary Service Award from ITRA Global

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Founded in 1980, The Stevens Group is a Boston-based commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm with more than four decades of experience helping companies make informed real estate decisions. Today, our practice is centered on Corporate Real Estate Advisory & Tenant Representation, providing independent, conflict-free guidance to tenants and occupiers throughout Greater Boston and beyond.

We advise clients on site selection, negotiations for new leases, renewals, relocations, expansions, consolidations, and specialized office, R&D/lab, industrial and flex requirements. As the Boston affiliate of the International Tenant Representative Alliance (ITRA Global), we can also support clients across the U.S. and internationally while maintaining the senior- level, hands-on service of an independent firm.

The Stevens Group has been certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) since 2011 and is proud to celebrate 15 years of certification in 2026.

What inspired you to start your company, and what has shaped your journey woman business owner in CRE?

The Stevens Group was founded by my parents, Mark and Debra Stevens, in 1980, and I joined the firm in 2013. My mother had a remarkable career in commercial real estate and showed me firsthand what was possible for a woman in the industry, while my father was an equally important mentor and supporter. Since Debra’s passing last year, carrying forward what they built has taken on added meaning. I am proud of our history and committed to positioning The Stevens Group for the future while preserving the integrity, reputation, and client focus that define us.

What are you most proud of about the company you’ve built?

I am most proud of the trust we have earned and the long-standing relationships we have built with clients over more than four decades. Our size and independence allow us to stay closely involved, be responsive, and give objective advice. I also value that we have continued to evolve and stay current while remaining true to how we do business.

Celebrating 15 years as a certified women business enterprise is another milestone I am especially proud of.

What are you most excited about for your company and its future?

I am excited to continue expanding the ways we support clients as their real estate needs become more complex. We have the advantage of being nimble, experienced, and highly personal in our approach, while our ITRA Global affiliation gives clients broader reach when they need it. I see the next chapter as thoughtful growth, interesting assignments, and continuing to strengthen our reputation as a trusted advisor to corporate occupiers.

What does being a woman-owned business mean to you, and what perspective would you share with women considering starting a business of their own?

Being a woman-owned business is meaningful to me because it reflects how far opportunities for women in commercial real estate have come. CRE Brokerage is a demanding career, but I believe women can build successful businesses and careers in this industry without having to choose between professional growth and the other priorities in their lives. My advice is to seek out strong mentors and advisors, trust your expertise and create a culture that values high performance and flexibility. The right environment can make a meaningful difference in sustaining a rewarding career over time.

FOUNDED: 1980

HEADQUARTERS: Boston, MA

SPECIALTIES: Corporate Real Estate Advisory & Tenant Representation; Office, R&D/Lab, Industrial & Flex Requirements

MARKETS SERVED: Greater Boston/Massachusetts; and national and international supportand consulting

WOMAN-OWNED SINCE: 2011

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June 2011

BOSTON, MA – Mark Stevens, SIOR, Principal of The Stevens Group / ITRA Global, was recently presented with the 2011 Exemplary Service Award by the International Tenant Representative Alliance (ITRA Global) during its Spring Conference held in Atlanta Georgia.

Mark Stevens

The annual award highlights outstanding leadership and contributions by an individual to the organization. The award was presented to Mr. Stevens by ITRA Global’s Chairman, Ms. Debra Stracke Anderson. ITRA Global is an organization of Real Estate Professionals specializing in representing tenants and buyers in the leasing, acquisition and disposition of office and industrial real estate. With coverage in the United States, Asia, Canada, Europe and Latin America, ITRA Global is active in more than 90 markets around the world.

The Stevens Group is the Boston regional affiliate for ITRA Global. The company provides transactional, brokerage and consulting services to corporate users of commercial real estate in the Greater Boston area and its suburbs, in addition to representing international clients.

Mr. Stevens serves as a director on the ITRA Board of Directors and is Chairman of the ITRA Global Marketing Committee. “I have been honored to serve on the ITRA Board and as Chairman of the Global Marketing Committee” says Mr. Stevens. “ITRA Global has experienced tremendous growth and continues to attract stellar corporate and real estate services companies from around the world, all committed to advocacy for the corporate tenant and user of commercial real estate. I look forward to continuing to work closely with all of our affiliates worldwide to expand ITRA’s global reach and brand identity.”

A thirty five-year veteran of the real estate industry, Mr. Stevens specializes in representing corporate users in the leasing, acquisition and disposition of office, research and development, manufacturing and industrial facilities. During his career, he has worked with and represented numerous local and national companies including LeMaitre Vascular, Boston Beer, Masco Corp, Tyco, TEVA Pharmaceuticals, SimplexGrinnell and Del Monte Foods. He has also assisted the General Services Administration (GSA) in the procurement of facilities for various governmental agencies.

Mr. Stevens is a member of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR), and has served as President of the New England Chapter of SIOR. He is also a member and past president of the Greater Boston Commercial Brokers Association (CBA).