Gavin Ketchum

Gavin Ketchum has been a vital part of Newmark’s West Los Angeles office since 2013, specializing in retail and office assets with an emphasis on leasing and investment sales. Known for his commitment to creating value for his clients, Gavin brings a passion for connecting businesses with opportunities that drive growth and success.

In tenant representation, Gavin’s expertise spans a diverse range of projects—from securing flagship locations in Los Angeles for international contemporary fashion brands to facilitating 100,000+ square-foot office headquarters for industry-leading media companies. On the landlord representation side, he has been instrumental in repositioning numerous assets, guiding them through acquisition, tenant enhancement, and eventual disposition. Gavin’s ability to identify the potential of properties and underserved submarkets has made him a trusted advisor, leveraging his extensive relationships to attract innovative, market-defining tenants that benefit both landlords and the surrounding communities.

A Los Angeles native, Gavin possesses a deep understanding of the unique dynamics of neighborhoods across the greater LA area, as well as Orange and Ventura counties. His local insights are complemented by a nuanced approach to aligning market opportunities with client goals.

Before joining Newmark, Gavin launched his career at CBRE, where he served as a member of the Greater Los Angeles Global Research and Consulting team. In this role, he provided analytics and market research for office, retail, and industrial brokerage teams, sharpening his ability to deliver creative and actionable solutions for developers, investors, brands, and companies navigating complex challenges.

Gavin earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he also competed as a wide receiver for the UCLA football team. His background in athletics continues to fuel his tenacious, team-oriented approach to delivering exceptional results for his clients.