MEET THE
CLEARWATER
DEAL TEAM
Who We Are
Say hello to your commercial real estate advisory team, each a master of their respective focus.
Steve Alvarez
Co-Founder & Partner
C: (951) 807-5291
E: stevea@cwreis.com
L: NV S.0178933
Steve Alvarez has partnered with Growth Holdings to birth a new commercial real estate division of called ClearWater Real Estate Investment Services (REIS). Alvarez is an Industrial and investment specialist that brings over 6 years of well-rounded experience. Previously to the partnership Steve Alvarez was at the Las Vegas office of Marcus & Millichap as an Industrial & Office investment specialist. He quickly found success, becoming the Rookie of the Year during his first year with the Firm. Alvarez achieved tremendous success during his tenure at Marcus & Millichap, where he closed $100,000,000 worth of real estate transaction volume. He specializes exclusively in Industrial & Office assets throughout Southern Nevada and was a member of the National Office and Industrial Division. After transitioning to Las Vegas from Southern California over a decade ago, Alvarez has spent most of his early commercial real estate career specializing in leasing Retail, Office, and Industrial Assets. Utilizing his extensive market knowledge and leasing background, he can assist clients in generating and sustaining long-term wealth. The success of his clients has played a key role in his own achievements and leading him to a unique strategic partnership.
Ian Shanno
Vice President
C: (702) 930-6151
E: ians@cwreis.com
L: NV S.0195824
Mr. Shanno joined Clearwater REIS in 2024 with years of commercial real estate, corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions and investor relations experience. Prior to Clearwater Ian was with Marcus & Millichap (M&M) in Las Vegas. Prior to joining M&M, Ian ran ALIGNMT, a corporate finance consulting company where he was responsible for all aspects of business development, client success and day to day operations of client project management. In addition to revenue and project management, Ian supported client companies in business valuation, sell-side mergers & acquisitions engagements and strategic corporate development initiatives including national acquisition targets.
Before ALIGNMT, Ian served as Managing Director at Union Investor Relations, providing leadership, creative development and implementation of financial communications and investor relations programs for publicly traded companies. Prior to Union IR, Ian ran two mergers & acquisitions boutiques providing financial analysis and merger & acquisition advisory services to middle market companies.
Ian’s finance career began in mergers & acquisitions functions at McGladrey Capital Markets and Citigroup Global Markets where he provided M&A and corporate finance advisory services to middle market clients throughout the United States.
Mr. Shanno received a BA in Philosophy from Boston University and an MBA in finance from Pepperdine University.
Joe Napolitano
Vice President
C: (516) 987-2549
E: joen@cwreis.com
L: NV S.0197893
Joe Napolitano: Real Estate Broker with a Client-Centric Approach
Joe Napolitano is a dedicated commercial real estate broker based in Las Vegas, specializing in the dynamic sectors of Industrial and Office properties. With a robust three-year background in the acquisitions and dispositions of Apartments and Multifamily units, Joe brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record to his current focus in the commercial real estate market.
Joe’s career is distinguished by his unwavering commitment to putting clients’ needs first. This client-centric approach is deeply rooted in his extensive background in the Las Vegas hospitality industry, where he honed his skills in client relations over the past decade. His unique blend of real estate expertise and hospitality experience allows him to deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with his clients.
A graduate of Binghamton University with a BA in Psychology, Joe leverages his educational background to understand and anticipate client needs effectively. His goal-oriented and driven nature ensures that he consistently meets and exceeds his clients' expectations.
With a keen eye for opportunity and a dedication to excellence, Joe Napolitano is a trusted advisor in the Las Vegas commercial real estate market, committed to helping clients navigate their property investments with confidence and success.
Jude Nasser
Partner