Our team at Bay2Gulf is comprised of industry experts at the ready to manage all your property needs.
Bay2Gulf is locally owned and operated by John Barkett, an established real estate professional with more than three decades of experience, with the past 20 years serving the Greater Tampa Bay area. As a fellow property owner and investor, John embodies our core values to manage and treat our clients’ properties like our own. He empowers the B2G team to assist our clients in on- and off-market acquisition, redevelopment (sometimes via, adaptive reuse), leasing and management of their commercial real estate.
John holds an M.S. in Real Estate Valuation and Analysis from New York University and began his career as a commercial appraiser in New York City. He is a Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI), a Florida State Certified General Appraiser as well as a Florida State Licensed Real Estate Broker. He serves his clients by leveraging his analytical mindset, his local market knowledge, and his civic responsibility as an active community leader, where he is committed to local organizations shaping Tampa Bay’s economic future.
With a robust 24-year track record in international management, spanning start-ups, turnaround ventures, and high-growth organizations, David Lantz is a seasoned professional who exemplifies leadership that drives success across diverse industries. As a strategic planner and executor with a keen insight into business and risk analysis, leadership, team building, finance, and operations, his career is highlighted by significant achievements in enhancing productivity, leadership, and profitability. Notably, David’s expertise encompasses strategic planning, P&L management, budgeting, GAAP, and new business development, underscoring a comprehensive skill set pivotal for organizational growth.David’s professional journey is marked by remarkable tenures, including over five years as a CFO in an international energy company, extensive experience in finance and accounting within the non-profit sector, and spearheading the full-scale reorganization of a premier fashion retail company in Kuwait. This resulted in substantial sales growth and operational expansion, demonstrating an unparalleled capacity to transform businesses. Additionally, with more than two decades of experience in management, real estate development, and sales, coupled with a global operational footprint in regions such as the USA, Europe, Japan, Australia, and the Middle East, his leadership has consistently yielded the highest ever performance metrics through innovative management techniques.At the helm of Lantz Enterprises, Inc., David further cemented his role as a visionary entrepreneur, seamlessly managing real estate ventures and providing expert consulting services. His educational background in management, coupled with a technical degree in Aviation Technology and professional certifications, complements a career characterized by ethical leadership, strategic innovation, and lasting organizational growth. Looking ahead, Tim envisions further growth and success in both land acquisition and real estate investment. He remains dedicated to identifying innovative opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships, and contributing positively to the real estate industry's evolution.As a Land Acquisition Manager and Real Estate Investor, Tim Butler exemplifies the perfect blend of expertise, vision, and integrity in the dynamic world of real estate.
Paul Barkett has recently joined Barkett Realty as Director of Property Management after having been semi-retired from a 43-year career with Collins Aerospace, Div. United Technologies Co. He holds a BBA and an LLB, both from Western New England University and their School of Law. His Aerospace career was concentrated in Supply Chain Management and Operations, which has provided him with a unique set of skills and insights that allow him to fully understand the meaning of genuine customer satisfaction. He has coached and mentored small as well as large business ownership in the areas of leadership, employee and customer satisfaction, as well as supply chain and operations management.
In his role as property manager, he will fully utilize his knowledge, skills and experience toward ensuring a positive environment and experience for both tenants and property owners.
As our Executive Assistant, Lisa is a vital resource and is always available to help out the team. She is a longtime Floridian and recently moved back to the St. Petersburg area after three decades in the Spring Hill area. Outside of the office, Lisa is the proud mother of a son serving active duty stationed at MacDill Air Force Base, is a doting grandmother, and is an owner of a certified Emotional Support dog named Scruffy.
