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Winter 2015
PAT SENG | VP/GM NLOP
From the GM
Winter greetings
from all of us
at Cushman
& Wakefield |
NorthMarq.
What’s Trending for the Year 2015?
It’s that time again, when we turn the page on last year’s calendar and hit “refresh”
to begin a new year. For months, forecasters, prognosticators and soothsayers have
speculated, talked about and published what trends we should expect to see in 2015.
Home
I’m sure many
of you know that
Normandale Lake
Office Park was
purchased in the fall by a major
institutional investor. The sale was big
news in the commercial real estate
industry and made quite a splash in
the media because it is seen as the
most sought after property this side
of Chicago. When it was offered for
sale, NLOP had many, many suitors
but of course only one winner. We
should all be proud of that fact.
The new owners are very
experienced investors familiar with
purchasing A+ properties and whose
highest priority is to maintain the
office park’s current class and status.
That’s why we are also thrilled to
announce that they have made
the decision to retain Cushman &
Wakefield | NorthMarq as property
managers.
Our pledge to you in 2015 and
beyond is to continue operations in
such a way that has helped us earn
a reputation as the premier office
complex in the Twin Cities. n
Fitness
-Mix styles, colors and textures
-High Intensity Interval Training
-Furniture & accents 1950s /1970s
-Gold fixtures
-Specially designed recovery
programs
-Cowhide blankets, rugs, pillows
-Techno tracking devices
-Marsala is Pantone’s new
“color of the year”
-Web-based fitness challenges
-Fitness programs for kids
-Indigo blue and deep navy
Source: Huffington Post
Healthy Living
Source: Business Insider
Business
-Sales reps will become subject-matter experts
-Roleplaying to reinforce sales concepts
-Avoiding opportunities that aren’t the right fit
-Improved employee work/life balance
-Inviting all employees to contribute to sales
Source: Forbes
Food
-Presentation is everything
-Shorter menus, smaller dining
rooms, reduced staff
-Fresh concepts in fast foods
-A growing taste for Asian foods
-Everything bitter from coffees to
chocolates to hoppier beers
Source: Expedia and
Entrepreneur
Travel
-Lower air prices to
North America and Europe
-More will fly first class because
of the perks
-Private jets for business travelers
-Millennial-friendly hotels
Source: Expedia and Entrepreneur
Trends...continued on page 2
A Newsletter for the Normandale Lake Office Park Community 8000 8200 8300 8400 8500
Thank You For Making Our Holiday Event So Special on December 17th
Welcome Jeff Bast
This fall, Jeff Bast joined the Engineering Team here at Normandale Lake Office Park. Jeff holds
a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business, as well as an Associate of Applied Science
in HVAC Systems Servicing. He comes to our facility from the Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Campus, managed by CB Richard Ellis.
Off the clock, Jeff’s number one priority is spending time with his family. He enjoys learning,
is an avid reader of nonfiction books, and an outdoor enthusiast. Dedicated to personal fitness,
Jeff works out three to four times a week and especially likes to go biking.
“I am excited to be here,” says Jeff. “I work with a great group of people who have been welcoming, helpful
and supportive since the day I started. I consider myself fortunate to have the opportunity to work at a premiere
facility like Normandale Lake Office Park.” n
“Piano is my passion, my career, my life.” – Marlene Adams
Marlene greets us with her piano music twice each week here at the office park.
She showed an interest in playing piano at a very early age, trying to pick out songs
by ear. She began lessons at age seven, playing throughout her childhood and into
adulthood when she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education with
Performing Majors in Piano and Organ.
Marlene’s parents fully supported and encouraged her interest in music and in
high school, she dreamed of some day owning a piano studio, where she could instill
her love of music in others. Today she runs a private studio in her home, teaching
60 students a week.
She’s been playing at Normandale Lake Office Park for more than six years and looks
forward to every opportunity. “It’s a special privilege sharing my music with others
as they come in to work each morning,” says Marlene. “Hopefully it speaks to them
somehow, because I believe music plays a unique and important role in everyone’s life.” n
Trends...continued
Housing
Fashion
More
Housing
-Open floor plans are the norm
-Gingham-checked fabrics
-Quartzite competes with granite
-Freestyle tubs, single
sinks and
open bathrooms
-Back to the ‘70s
-Unusual animal prints
-Porcelain floors replace
imitation wood
-DIY security systems
-Multiple master bedrooms for
multiple generations
Source: Realtor Magazine
-Pastel colored suedes
-White cabinetry/bolder hardware
-Off the shoulder designs
-Filtered air and healthier lighting
-Bold stripes
-Specialized storage
-Safari khakis
-Water conservation
Source: PopSugar.com
Source: Realtor Magazine
The property is leased and managed by Cushman & Wakefield | NorthMarq. Cushman & Wakefield | NorthMarq manages more than 42 million sq. ft. of retail, industrial and office assets,
completes more than $1 billion in transactions annually and employs more than 450 professionals. Through its partnership with Cushman & Wakefield, the company provides innovative
solutions to its occupier and investor clients within the Minneapolis/St. Paul region and around the world, offering Transaction Services; Capital Markets Services, Occupier and Investor
Services and Real Estate Advisory. A recognized leader in real estate research, the firm publishes a broad array of proprietary reports available at www.cushwakenm.com.
Events + Updates
January – March
Group Fitness Programs
Classes run Monday, January 12th hrough Friday March 6th
All classes are multi-level offering modifications for beginner,
intermediate, or advanced participants. Try out Boot Camp, Cardio
Strength, Body Sculpt, Yoga and Zumba.
Questions? Contact Eric Hayes
952-893-8865 or [email protected]
January 21
All Occasion Card Making Seminar
Wednesday, January 21st at 12 Noon – 8000 Tower Classroom
Gather your co-workers for a fun lunch hour creating all
occasion cards you’ll want to send to friends and family
throughout the year. To register, please email Kirsten at
[email protected]
March 12
Blood Drive
Thursday, March 12th beginning at 8 am
Sign up online at www.mbc.org. Click on Blood Drives.
NLOP code is 0370.
You are the Best!
Our blood drive on Thursday, December 4th helped to save and
sustain lives in our community. A total of 43 units were collected at
the Normandale Lake Office Park blood drive. These donations are
already helping patients in need. Thank you for making a life-saving
difference! n
Do you have an article
for the newsletter?
Contact: [email protected]
Would you like to be notified of activities and events at
Normandale Lake Office Park?
Please go to normandale.com and click on Tenant Services,
“Join Our Email List” is located in the middle of the page.
Normandale Lake Office
Park Parking Ramp Policies
Visitor Parking/2-hour limits: Please
explain to your visitors that they must
adhere to our 2-hour parking limit
or relocate their vehicle if their stay
is extended. If you know in advance
that their visit will be longer than two
hours, ask them to park in the regular
“unmarked” spaces. Visitor parking is
for visitors ONLY, not tenants.
Handicap Parking: These designated
spaces are only available to vehicles
appropriately identified. We have begun
a more stringent patrol system to find
offenders of this and over-the-limit
parking and will have vehicles towed if
necessary.
Winter Parking: For added safety
and the ease of snow removal, the
top parking decks of all five towers
will be closed for the winter, so please
do not attempt to drive around the
barriers. There is ample parking space
on all ramp levels and elevators are
conveniently located on each floor.
Extended Parking: If you plan to leave
your vehicle overnight in one of the
ramps please complete an Extended
Parking Form which can be found
at normandale.com, click on Tenant
Services which will bring up the Tenant
Toolkit box. You will find the form under
Frequently Used Forms.
Respect for Others: Please drive
slowly through the parking ramps.
It’s harder to see pedestrians if you’re
moving too fast. And please park within
the lines. n
A Polite Reminder…
Voices are amplified in our hallways and
common areas. Please be respectful of
other tenants when you are using your
cell phone or visiting. Speakerphones
are not allowed in the Park’s public
areas. Please be courteous. n
with marinara
THURSDAY
GNOCCHI
with fennel Sausage and tomato vodka
FRIDAY
PENNE ALFREDO
with Chicken and spinach
Order in advance - Curbside service in driving
circle of the 8200 tower. Monday -Friday 4-6pm
952.896.8888
$22.95 oil change
Family To Go meals with
Curbside pick up!
$15 per person includes: Nightly special,
bread and Parma house salad
952.896.8888
(+tax & EPA) Includes:
• Free pick-up & delivery while you’re working
• Up to 5 quarts of conventional oil
• Free car wash • Vehicle inspection
• Battery inspection
For free pick-up & delivery,
call 952-831-8833.
RK Apothecary (sundries)
8400 Tower, Suite 80
952.405.6095
8500 Tower, Suite 160
Lower Level
952.426.3947
Design a Bunch
(flowers and gifts)
8400 Tower, Suite 12
952.897.5995
Concierge Services
8000 Tower
Skyway Level, 2nd Floor
Hours: 9 am - 4 pm, M-F
952.345.8231
8500 Tower, 1st Floor
Hours: 8 am - 1 pm, M-F
952.345.2740
New Horizon Day Care
8400 Tower, Suite 10
952.921.2273
Shear Success (hair salon)
8400 Tower, Suite 20
952.921.2288
Mention this offer, and the first one’s on
us, with the purchase of a brunch entrée.
We can’t wait to see you!
Expires 12-31-15.
Services
ATMs
8400 Tower, Retail Concourse
8500 Tower, Lower Level
Build-your-own Bloody Mary Bar
every Sunday from 10-2
Restaurants
Overnight Courier Boxes
Pick up M-F 6:30 p.m.
8000 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx & UPS
8200 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx & UPS
8300 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx
8400 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx & UPS
8500 Tower, Lower Level
FedEx & UPS
Post Office
8000 Tower, 1st Floor
8200 Tower, 1st Floor
8300 Tower, 1st Floor
8400 Tower, 1st Floor
8500 Tower, Lower Level
Main Bloomington Post Office
952-884-3698
Caribou Coffee
8000 Tower, 1st Floor
952.486.9500
Parma 8200
8200 Tower, Suite 100
952.896.8888
Ryan’s Café
8400 Tower, Suite 70
952.897.5990
Kincaid’s
8400 Tower, Suite 90
952.921.2255
CRAVE Café & Deli
8500 Tower, Lower Level
952.582.4800
Common
Car Wash
8300 Tower - Contract Parking
Mike Siedow
651.308.5137
8500 Tower - Contract Parking
Jim Olson
612.281.3408
Fitness Centers
8000 & 8500 Towers
952.921.2081
Security Escort
952.921.2201
952.921.2255
Property
Management
8400 Tower, Suite 320
952.921.2050
Pat Seng
952.921.2034
Vice President/General Manager
Jim Gefre
952.921.2054
Senior Property Manager
8000, 8200, 8500
Lance Brockmueller
952.921.2053
Senior Property Manager
8300, 8400
Renee Hoy
952.921.2081
Assistant Property Manager
Lisa Simonson
952.921.2020
Senior Operations/Brokerage
Administrator
Tjody Jacobsen
952.921.2050
Operations Assistant
Patrick Corcoran
952.921.2059
Lead Engineer
8400 Normandale Lake Blvd., Suite 320
Bloomington, MN 55437
Cushman & Wakefield/NorthMarq (CWN) manages more than 50 million sq. ft. of retail, industrial and office assets, completes more than $1 billion in transactions
annually and employs more than 500 professionals. Through its partnership with Cushman & Wakefield, the company provides innovative solutions to its occupier
and investor clients within the Minneapolis/St. Paul region and around the world, offering Transaction Services, Capital Markets Services, Occupier and Investor
Services and Real Estate Advisory.