For more than 20 years, Chris has advised publicly traded and privately held companies in commercial real estate transactions across Southern California and major markets throughout the United States. His expertise includes lease negotiations, transaction strategy, market analysis, site selection, and the acquisition and disposition of commercial properties.

Prior to co-founding Musgjerd & Hofmann, Chris spent eight years at Savills, a global commercial real estate advisory firm, where he served as Director representing corporate clients in commercial real estate transactions. He later joined Cresa as a Principal, continuing to advise companies on real estate strategy, lease negotiations, the purchase and sale of commercial properties, and transaction execution.

Throughout his career, Chris has advised organizations on a wide range of transactions, including new leases, renewals, early lease restructurings, expansions, contractions, subleases, assignments, acquisitions, dispositions, and sale-leaseback transactions. Beyond transaction execution, Chris serves as an advisor on occupancy strategy, tenant improvements, and the selection of architects, contractors, and project managers to support successful project delivery.

Chris earned his undergraduate degree from Miami University in Ohio and his graduate degree from the University of Sydney in Australia. Prior to commercial real estate, Chris played professional golf in the United States and is a current member of The Farms Golf Club in San Diego. Outside of work, Chris enjoys international travel, saltwater fishing, and spending time with his family.

Connor Hofmann is co-founder of Musgjerd & Hofmann, where he advises businesses throughout Southern California on commercial real estate leasing, acquisition, and sales transactions. A fourth-generation San Diego native, Connor previously held positions with Soltek Pacific and Cresa Global, where he advised businesses on commercial real estate transactions and tenant improvement projects.

Connor represents a diverse range of companies, including The Richard Group, Juujbox, Industry Threadworks, Blenders Eyewear, Timber Sweet Consulting, VCI, and Computers 2 Kids, where he currently serves on the Board of Directors. Connor also serves on the Holiday Bowl Committee, an organization comprised of civic and business leaders throughout Southern California. Connor is very involved in San Diego’s startup and entrepreneurial community, advising growth-stage technology, defense, and aerospace companies on strategic real estate decisions across leasing, acquisitions, and dispositions.

Prior to his commercial real estate career, he played 6 years of professional baseball after being drafted by the San Diego Padres. Connor attended the University of Oregon on a baseball scholarship and graduated cum laude. Outside of work, Connor enjoys spending time outdoors, golfing, fishing, and being with his wife, Kelly.