Erin Patton, senior managing director of investments at Institutional Property Advisors, a division of Marcus & Millichap, was the firm’s highest-producing female broker nationwide in 2025. Specializing in the Midwest retail sector, Patton closed 65 transactions valued at over $302 million during the past year alone.

She is the preeminent advisor for a roster of public and private REITs and developers, having built an exceptional track record in shopping centers and portfolio sales. Patton’s success is built on a consultative approach that navigates complex debt and equity structures rather than just individual transactions.

In addition to her professional achievements, she is a member of the Midwest Real Estate Hall of Fame and actively supports local girls' confidence through the Fairy Goodmothers organization, underscoring her commitment to both the industry and her community.