MEET THE TEAM

Albert Pacleb is a seasoned expert in industrial and commercial real estate sales, leasing, and investments across the LAX, Hawthorne, Gardena, and South Bay submarkets of Los Angeles. He began his career at Lee & Associates before founding LA Commercial, Inc. in 2014.

With a proven track record, Albert has successfully negotiated hundreds of lease transactions and facilitated over $225 million in total escrow considerations. His strong work ethic, client-first approach, and commitment to delivering results have established him as a trusted advisor in the industry.

Albert’s strategic marketing, targeted prospecting, and diligent follow- up help property owners maximize the value of their assets through efficient sales and leasing. His extensive network of property owners also enables him to uncover off-market opportunities for tenants and buyers navigating Los Angeles’ competitive real estate market.

Based in Long Beach, CA, Albert enjoys spending his free time outdoors with his wife and two children. He frequently takes his family on walks, visits local parks, and introduces his children to various sports.

Mr. Hillebrand joined LA Commercial in 2015 after completing almost thirty successful years with Lee & Associates, Grubb & Ellis, Cushman & Wakefield of California and Collins Fuller Corporation. Prior to his career in real estate he worked as a stockbroker with Merrill Lynch and E. F. Hutton as well as in corporate lending with Wells Fargo Bank. His specialization is in the Los Angeles South Bay marketplace representing institutional, corporate, and local landlords and tenants in the acquisition, disposition, and leasing of industrial properties. His primary focus is the representation of Tenants and Owners in the Los Angeles South Bay markets.

With a career that spans over 35 years, his client list includes: Prologis, Shell Oil Company, Kenwood USA Corporation, Air Fayre of California, AMB Property Corporation, Hughes Electronics Corporation, Mattel Toys, Eskimo Pie, Prevost Car, Volvo North America, JMB & Pennsylvania Associates, Rhone Poulenc Rorer, Carlisle Wheel, Taco Bell Corporation, Sanwa Bank, Bank of America, Roadway Express, Pennzoil-Quaker State, Volvo, Guardian Life, Mac Steel Service Centers and Consolidated Freightways.

Mr. Hillebrand has been a member of the American Industrial and Office Realtors since 1988.

Frankie Hillebrand is a dedicated industrial and commercial real estate agent at LA Commercial, specializing in leasing and sales transactions across key Southern California submarkets. Since joining LA Commercial in June 2023, Frankie has quickly built a reputation for his client-first approach and strong negotiation skills. A graduate of California State University, Northridge (CSUN) with a degree in Psychology, Frankie brings a unique perspective to real estate, leveraging his understanding of human behavior to foster strong, lasting relationships with clients. His ability to understand the underlying needs and goals of each client has been a key factor in his success in representing industrial and commercial lease transactions in the Gardena, Carson, Inglewood, Compton, and Mid-Counties submarkets.

In May 2023, Frankie earned his Real Estate Salesperson’s License and immediately began applying his education and passion for real estate to help clients achieve their business objectives. Frankie is also a proud member of the AIRCRENext Class of 2025, a group of young, ambitious brokers committed to making a significant impact on the industrial and commercial real estate industry. At LA Commercial, Frankie is known for his strategic approach to each transaction, ensuring that his clients receive personalized solutions and optimal outcomes. Whether working with tenants, landlords, or investors, he is dedicated to providing seamless, effective, and profitable solutions to meet their real estate needs.

Jesse A. Laikin has been active in the commercial real estate industry for over 45 years and specializes in industrial, office, and investment properties throughout Southern California. His clients differ as greatly in size as they do in variety, ranging from individuals and family-owned companies, to Fortune 500 corporations. Mr. Laikin is a graduate of California State University, Northridge and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Finance and Management. Mr. Laikin started his commercial / industrial career with Blackmore & Associates from 1980 to 1990. He then became a founding shareholder in the Los Angeles – Long Beach office of Lee & Associates from 1990 to January 2025 before he joined LA Commercial, Inc., February 2025.

Mr. Lasiter was a Partner and Senior Vice President at Lee & Associates from 2006 before joining LA Commercial, Inc. in 2014. Prior to Lee & Associates, Mr. Lasiter enjoyed ten successful years with Grubb & Ellis Company. He has dedicated his entire professional career to the field of commercial real estate spanning over thirty three years. He resides in Rancho Palos Verdes, California with his wife and two daughters. Mr. Lasiter specializes in the Los Angeles South Bay marketplace representing institutional, corporate, and local landlords and tenants in the acquisition, disposition, and leasing of industrial properties. His primary focus is the representation of owners of Distribution/Manufacturing/Warehouse facilities specifically located in the South Bay of Los Angeles.

Since joining LA Commercial in June 2019, Josh Schwartz has successfully completed over $20 million in sales and more than $10 million in lease transactions. In addition to his expertise in sales and leasing, he manages a portfolio of over 300,000 square feet of industrial properties across the Los Angeles and Denver markets. Specializing in tenant and landlord representation, Josh is dedicated to guiding clients through every stage of a transaction, ensuring their investments align with their business objectives while mitigating potential risks. Josh’s service consistently exceeds client expectations by managing every aspect of his clients’ transactions, providing comprehensive support, and ensuring all details are handled efficiently and in their best interest. His in-depth knowledge of Los Angeles’ diverse submarkets—particularly the LAX industrial sector—provides clients with a strategic advantage in one of the nation’s most competitive real estate landscapes.

Josh holds a California Department of Real Estate license (#0205818), a Master’s in Property Management through CAR, and a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Oregon. A Los Angeles native, he has a deep connection to the community and takes pride in helping clients navigate the complexities of commercial real estate investment. Outside of work, Josh enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, reading, staying active, and attending LA sporting events. His client-first approach and unwavering commitment to delivering results reflect the core values of LA Commercial—where every client’s success is a shared victory