Our Team

The Base 5 Team is an established leader in New Mexico’s commercial real estate market, specializing in retail property leasing and sales. For the past 15 years our team has delivered exceptional results driven services, helping our clients navigate the complexities of site selection, leasing, and investment throughout the region.

  • Kino James


    Kino James is a recognized leader in the industry with an extensive professional track record in New Mexico. Recent retail transactions include notable brands such as Whole Foods, Ross, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra Trading, Cavender’s Western Wear, Ulta Beauty, Sephora, JPMorgan Chase, and Dave’s Hot Chicken. He has played an instrumental role in the sale of some of the region's largest shopping centers, and his retail team handles the leasing for significant NM retail property developments.

    Known for his exceptional sales skills, Kino operates with unwavering honesty and integrity, earning a reputation that is well-supported by his broad client base and his industry peers. Beyond his professional achievements, he is a celebrated artist whose work is displayed throughout New Mexico. He is an avid outdoor enthusiast, who loves to garden, golf, and ski!


    505.463.7191

  • David Chavez


    David (“Chavo”) is our Qualifying Broker at Base 5. He has 20 years of experience working with Landlords, national tenant rep accounts, and selling both multi-tenant and NNN assets. A few of his current accounts include Ross, Jersey Mike’s, JP Morgan Chase Bank, Dave’s Hot Chicken, ULTA, First Watch, Marco’s Pizza, KIMCO, and Simon CRE. He has excellent marketing, technical, and process skills and keeps our big projects on track. Chavo has a positive attitude, strong drive & work ethic, but still finds time for some fun. When he’s not holding down the fort at B5 world headquarters, he enjoys spending time in the mountains. He loves to ski, mountain bike, fly fish, has hiked 30 Colorado 14ers and the highest summit in the lower 48 (Mt Whitney)!


    505.507.3283

  • Brandon Saylor


    Brandon has been in the commercial real estate business his entire life. He is a multi dimensional broker that understands the acquisition, disposition and management of commercial real estate. Brandon has been involved in several significant transactions throughout the state and has represented both national and local tenants. What sets Brandon apart is his ability to lease and sales assets that are challenging through non-traditional marketing. Brandon utilizes technology and relationships to maximize results for his clients. His skills do not only extend to commercial real estate, Brandon is a local pro when it comes to skiing, mountain biking and golfing. Brandon is a New Mexico native and enjoys every aspect of the Southwest.


    505-350-0296