TCI Group's Jerry Petzoldt Named Among Tennessee's Top Economic Leaders for 3rd Straight Year

TCI Group offices throughout the Tri-Cities of Tennessee and Virginia are recognized for their role in regional economic development.

Kingsport, TN (PRWEB) August 10, 2007 -- TCI Group president Jerry Petzoldt has been named one of Tennessee's most influential people in commercial real estate for the third consecutive year. The list is compiled based on peer review and published by Nashville-based Business Tennessee Magazine.

Business Tennessee Magazine's list of the state's top 101 leaders in commercial real estate includes property owners, developers, brokers, leasing agents, lawyers, appraisers, government agency officials and others across Tennessee's three state division. Petzoldt received the honor for his key participation and contribution to "an industry very critical to the health of Tennessee's economy."

"It's humbling to again be recognized by our peers for the developmental work we've done in the region," says TCI Group president Jerry Petzoldt. "But the real reward we all receive comes from knowing how our work creates economic development and new opportunities for all our neighbors in the community."

TCI (Tri-Cities Commercial/Industrial) was co- founded in 1996 with Charles Lowrey, Sr. and has offices in Kingsport, Johnson City and Bristol. The company's services go beyond those of many traditional commercial real estate companies, by helping clients develop business strategies and plan projects to maximize long-term rewards. The agency offers the services of 22 commercial real estate specialists, managing hundreds of commercial and industrial properties throughout the region.

For more information on TCI Group and Jerry Petzoldt, visit the company's website at www.TCIGroup.com or call Jerry Petzoldt at (423) 230-0255. Additional information on Business Tennessee Magazine can be found at www.BusinessTN.com.

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