James E. Klein, SIOR
Jim was born and raised in New York City where he retains strong family roots and long term friendships. He was graduated from Kenyon College in 1981 with a B.A. in History and began his professional career in Los Angeles working for a succession of large and small industrial real estate brokerages.

After 15 years practicing real estate, Jim opened Klein Commercial Real Estate, Inc. in 1997. KCRE maintains an office in downtown Gardena and has specialized in industrial property throughout the Greater Los Angeles region, specifically the South Bay. More recently, clients include major developers, international corporations, and private investors, in both sale and lease transactions. Jim also holds Brokerage licenses in California, New York, and New Jersey and is frequently involved transactions across the U.S.

Jim has held leadership roles in both civic and business organizations including BRICA (Broadway/Rosecrans Industrial Commercial Association), LASVP (Los Angeles Social Venture Partners) and SIOR (Society of Industrial and Office Realtors), for which he served on the National Board as Education Council Director. Jim chaired the Industrial Committee; Program Co-Chair for the Summer 2018 Warsaw and 2022 Dublin Conferences, and was the primary liason with MIT Center of Real Estate. His hobbies include tennis, swimming and running, literature, travel, and tech. Jim occasionally writes about the industry. He lives in Santa Monica with his family.

Ed Velez
A seasoned professional in the Automotive repair Industry, with a career spanning over 30 years. He has worked with world-renowned companies, where he specialized in building distributors and channel partners to deliver high-quality service, sales support and profit opportunity from innovative repair shop products. Ed’s expertise in this field makes him a valuable asset to any organization he works with.

In addition to his work in the Automotive industry, Ed also focuses on the Southern California area, specifically in the greater Los Angeles region. Here, he specializes in Automotive and Industrial properties, working with clients such as Auto body shops, major developers, and private investors in both sales and lease. Ed’s commitment to providing excellent service makes him a trusted partner for all his clients. He is also fluent in Spanish and has experience in international business. His language skills and background in global commerce makes him an excellent asset for any team or project that requires cross-cultural communication and understanding.

Throughout his career, Ed has earned a reputation for being patient, helpful, and friendly. He takes pride in his ability to effectively communicate with his clients, ensuring that their needs are met and expectations exceeded. His passion for Commercial Real Estate and the Automotive Industry is evident in his work, and his commitment to excellence has earned him the respect of colleagues and clients alike.

Maka Inadze
A dedicated industrial and commercial real estate professional at Klein Commercial Real Estate, specializing in the South Bay area. With a strong foundation in residential and commercial real estate, she has seamlessly transitioned into the industrial sector, applying her expertise in negotiation, market strategy, and client service to help businesses find the right real estate solutions.

Maka is widely known for her strong sense of responsibility, loyalty, and impeccable professionalism. She continuously sharpens her skills through industry training and market research, ensuring she provides top-tier service to her clients. Her passion lies in working with business owners and investors, understanding their unique needs, and delivering strategic real estate solutions that support their growth.

Prior to her real estate career, Maka spent nearly 12 years at the National Bank of Georgia, holding key roles in operations and acquisitions. Her background has equipped her with exceptional negotiation skills and a strong analytical approach, which she now applies to industrial real estate transactions.

Her guiding principle: Success is built on trust, strategy, and strong relationships in every aspect of life and business.

Monica Darowish
An industrial and commercial real estate specialist with 20+ years of experience in negotiations, market analysis, and strategic planning. With a background in Business Administration, Hospitality, and Tourism, she takes a client-focused, data-driven approach to helping buyers, sellers, and investors succeed. As part of the Klein Commercial Team, Monica ensures seamless transactions through industry expertise.

Based in South Bay, Los Angeles, she enjoys outdoor activities, swimming, running, meditation, art, and movies. “Real estate is more than a transaction—it’s about strategic investments, long-term success, and building lasting relationships.”