The developer says high-tech industrial and clean manufacturing firms are clamouring for space.

He is joining as Vice President, Acquisitions, a newly created position.

Seven additional tenants have signed at Bishop Ranch, many citing City Center, a collection of dining, retail and entertainment experiences, as one of the overriding factors in the decision-making process.

Broadening investor acceptance of the asset class and maintaining self-discipline in the CRE market after a long benign period are among the biggest issues the industry faces, KBS' Ben Aitkenhead tells GlobeSt.com.