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Life at Rising Tide: Building a Career in CRE

Jonathan SorensonJanuary 2026
Team collaborating around a conference table in a modern office

When I joined Rising Tide CRE, I expected a focused role in operations. What I found was something different — an environment where every team member gets exposure to the full spectrum of commercial real estate, from underwriting potential acquisitions to managing tenant relationships to supporting leasing efforts.

Cross-Functional by Design

In a typical week, I might review property financial statements in the morning, join an acquisition walkthrough in the afternoon, and coordinate a lease negotiation the next day. This isn't because we're understaffed — it's by design. Rising Tide's vertically integrated model means that understanding the full picture isn't optional; it's the job.

The Palm Beach County Advantage

Working in CRE in Palm Beach County has a unique energy. The influx of wealth, businesses, and talent relocating to the area creates a dynamic market with constant opportunity. The connection between the economic engine driving this region and the properties we manage is tangible and exciting.

Growing with the Company

What sets Rising Tide apart as an employer is the commitment to developing well-rounded CRE professionals. The mentorship, the cross-functional exposure, and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects early in your career — it's the kind of professional development that accelerates growth in ways a larger, more siloed firm simply cannot.

Jonathan Sorenson

Rising Tide CRE