About

At SmartSpace, we value accessibility, innovative systems, and smart design. Our team has decades of experience with adaptive reuse and customizing space to meet the diverse and evolving needs of our tenants.

We believe that a signed lease is just the beginning—and our commitment to providing responsive, personal service informs the strength and stability of our long-term tenant relationships.

Through service in both our professional and personal lives, we continue to foster relationships with our community on the path to sustainable growth and a prosperous future.

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our team

floyd shechter

president

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jennifer smith

vice president of operations

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bj haycraft

chief maintenance engineer

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anthony caduff

principal broker

Anthony Caduff, principal broker of SmartSpace’s Corporate Real Estate Services division, joined the company in 2005. He provides administrative, marketing, and operations support to the property management and leasing divisions at SmartSpace, and he is a leader in the Middle Tennessee commercial real estate, adaptive reuse, and Business Living market.

Mr. Caduff graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2004 with a bachelor of science in business management.

He is active in several civic and community organizations including the Donelson-Hermitage Exchange Club and the Donelson-Hermitage Chamber of Commerce. He is also a member of the class of 2010 of Leadership Donelson-Hermitage.

Mr. Caduff, a licensed realtor, is a member of the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors (GNAR).

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jim lynch

chief maintenance engineer

Jim Lynch, chief maintenance engineer at SmartSpace, joined the company in 2011. He maintains the physical facilities and systems, supervises the maintenance staff, negotiates and oversees contract maintenance and repair work, and ensures the safety, security, and building code compliance of all SmartSpace property.

Mr. Lynch brings to SmartSpace 25 years’ experience as a superintendent in the commercial construction industry, with the past 15 years spent in Nashville. His experience informs his current role as liaison between owner and tenants, ensuring that the everyday needs of SmartSpace’s clients are met.

Mr. Lynch attended Erie Community College in Amherst, New York, and received a degree in drafting/technical drawing from Airco Technical Institute in Buffalo, New York.

He is active in Nashville’s youth ice hockey programs as a USA Hockey certified coach. Mr. Lynch and his wife, Rita, have three children—Christine, James and Tommy.

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anthony gregory

maintenance technician

Anthony Gregory joined SmartSpace, LLC, in 2010. As a maintenance technician, he handles preventative, routine, and emergency facility maintenance at all SmartSpace properties and ensures that issues are handled quickly and with expert care.

Mr. Gregory graduated from Nashville’s Hillwood High School and Belmont University. He is a professional electrician, and he enjoys the collaborative atmosphere at SmartSpace and the daily on-the-job learning experiences. Mr. Gregory is an active member of Nashville’s Team Green and participates in the organization’s volunteer service program. He has one son, Jayce..

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jeff edmondson

maintenance technician

Jeff Edmondson joined the SmartSpace, LLC, team in 2012 and oversees the company's two Brentwood properties. He was raised in a family immersed in the HVAC field, working beside his father and five older brothers. He served the YMCA for 16 years as a supervisor and HVAC lead tech, servicing 28 buildings averaging 40,000 square feet each. Mr. Edmondson performs duties including HVAC repairs and maintenance, plumbing, electrical, and overall property maintenance.

He is a Nashville native and has been married to Monica for 30 years, with four sons and one grandson. His family also devotes time to caring for children in the foster care system, and he enjoys working on his farm with his family in Cannon County.

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joey cinelli

maintenance technician

Joey Cinelli is the newest addition to SmartSpace, LLC. In 2016, he brought to SmartSpace his expertise in refrigeration, having worked as an ice technician for 17 years at A-Game Sportsplex and for five years with the Nashville Predators. Additionally, he has installed professional ice rinks on a national level, and continues to receive requests. He has multiple certifications in refrigeration, electricity, HVAC, and mainstream engineering. Mr. Cinelli handles general maintenance calls, while his main focus is on HVAC issues at SmartSpace's Two Rivers property.

Mr. Cinelli is married with one son.

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