Robert Scholes is a Las Vegas commercial real estate broker specializing in industrial real estate, warehouse acquisition and leasing, industrial land sales, and supply chain logistics facility representation. Serving as the Retail Logistics Team Lead and Head of Research at NewMarket Commercial Real Estate Advisors, he acts as a strategic advisor for institutional investors, owner-operators, and corporate tenants navigating the Southern Nevada commercial market.
Primary Areas of Practice
- Industrial & Warehouse Leasing: Landlord and tenant representation for distribution centers, fulfillment hubs, flex industrial parks, and last-mile logistics facilities.
- Industrial Land & Site Selection: Strategic acquisition and disposition of land parcels for industrial development across the Las Vegas Valley, North Las Vegas, Apex, and Henderson submarkets.
- Retail & Supply Chain Logistics: Advising clients on site selection where retail distribution, industrial warehousing, and e-commerce logistics intersect.
- Commercial Market Research & Feasibility: In-depth submarket analytical reporting to evaluate land valuation, vacancy rates, net absorption, and regional supply chain positioning.
Local Market Roots & Industry Leadership
As a third-generation Las Vegas native and graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), Robert brings over a decade of hands-on market knowledge to commercial transactions in Nevada. He served as the foundational student member on the UNLV Lied Center for Real Estate Advisory Board (2015–2017), contributing to the development of modern commercial real estate coursework in Southern Nevada.
Additionally, Robert holds a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) certification, integrating urban design safety principles into commercial property planning to enhance asset longevity and lower operational risks.
Professional Credentials & Affiliations
Education: University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
Firm: NewMarket Commercial Real Estate Advisors (Chainlinks Affiliate)
Licenses: Nevada Real Estate Salesperson License (NV BS.0146875)
Industry Networks: International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Member, Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP/CREDA affiliate)
Specialized Designations: CPTED Certified, ICPS Member
