Ryan Welch

  • Broker

  • Land and Industrial Specialist

  • Joined Lee & Associates in 2011


    Professional Affiliations

  • Commercial Investment Division of CTAR

  • Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® (CTAR), Member

  • South Carolina Association of REALTORS®, Member

  • National Association of REALTORS®, Member

  • South Carolina Economic Developer's Association

  • Urban Land Institute, Member

  • Charleston Motor Carriers Association

  • Atlantic Coastal Conservation Association

  • CoStar Power Broker, Industrial, 2012

  • Realtor of Distinction, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016

  • CTAR Leadership Development Class of 2014

  • CofC Global Logistics and Transportation Professional Development Graduate

  • Maritime Association of South Carolina

Ryan Welch

Ryan's Profile

Ryan Welch has experience and expertise encompassing the management of a diversity of commercial real estate types including land, office, and industrial properties. In January 2011, Ryan relocated from Columbia to Charleston as a Land and Industrial Specialist Broker to assist in the sales, purchases, relocations, expansions and renewals of industrial sites and land services. Ryan has extensive agriculture experience with land and timber tracks, with agriculture knowledge being based on over ten years of first-hand experience.

Ryan joined Lee & Associates Charleston in early 2012 and is known for his proactive, prompt response to property issues and excellent rapport with owners and tenants. Ryan received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Carolina in 2008 earning a double major in biology and business with a specialty in real estate investment finance. Ryan is an active member of the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors, South Carolina Association of Realtors, and The Charleston Motor Association.

Ryan managed a portfolio consisting of over 400,000 square feet, which included: 3 regions of National Bank of South Carolina Bank Branches, CVS, and Ashley Overlook Executive Suite Park. Ryan has also been involved in the execution of multiple industrial and office transactionsColumbia, Sumter, Florence and Kingstree markets.


"Ryan was our broker for leasing a business park for several years. He was great and prompt and very motivated to rent out the business park. When we were ready to sell, he brought a buyer to us. Can't really ask more from that. I'd highly recommend Ryan."
- Mark C. Joye, Joye Law Firm

"I had been looking for a new building for my company for over a year, and Ryan was with me every step of the way. He understood my needs and he didn't stop searching until he had found the perfect place. His tenacity and professionalism are top-notch. My company will be moving in February, and I am very pleased with the building Ryan helped me find. I would definitely recommend his services, and I hope to work with him again in the future."
- Justin Ray, Owner, Sunray Flooring Co.

"Ryan has always been a valuable asset to Lowcountry Orphan Relief. He helped locate a tenant for our rental space when it seemed no one else could. He took the time to get to know our business and provided support to us well after his job was complete. I would highly recommend Ryan!"
- Regina Sharpe, Executive Director, Lowcountry Orphan Relief

"We have worked with Ryan since he has been with Lee & Associates. He does a great job and we have been really pleased with him and Lee & Assoc. He aggressively pursues tenant prospects and keeps us updated on prospect statuses and negotiations. Great long term relationship for us."
- Terry Weeks, Owner, The Cornerstone Company of Charleston

"Ryan's work ethic is above and beyond the norm and works diligently to complete all tasks given to him. He is well con-nected in South Carolina, especially in the Columbia and Charleston markets."
- Jennifer Audi, Director of Business Development, Berenyi, Inc.

"Ryan does great work and is very reasonable to work with. I recommend him highly."
- Dorn Smith, Director of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Carolina Hospital System

"Ryan is a very detailed manager. He looks out for his clients while maintaining an even-keeled approach. His employ-ment experiences blend to be a good combination of negotiation skills, market awareness, and client needs. I would rec-ommend Ryan to a close friend."
- Summers Duffie, Partner/Business Development, AWS Services, Inc.

"Ryan is a very dedicated hard worker. I recommend Ryan Welch for all your business land and development needs."
- Tony Peake, President/CEO, Commercial Maintenance Services, Inc. "

"We have completed lighting repairs for Ryan across the state, and at each turn he has been professional, courteous, and respectful to me and our employees. We value Ryan as a client and look forward to our continued work together."
- Matt Pennington, Owner/CEO, Visual Concepts Signs and Lighting

"It is with pleasure I am writing to recommend the service of Ryan Welch. Ryan and I have been working together for some time now and he has been timely, diligent, courteous and detailed when providing information and tools that help me excel at my duties. He excels in his professionalism and puts all into his work. I have worked closely with Ryan in the last few months and I feel I have a strong sense of his great character. I would highly recommend the services of Ryan Welch."
- Nadia Chowbay, Research Associate, CoStar Group

"Ryan is a very creative and motivated individual that produces results. Very skillful at doing hard core research results, Ryan makes an excellent addition to my commercial marketing efforts."
- Matt Pruitt

"Ryan was a manager of a property I handled on behalf of a group of private investors. He was very responsive and dependable. I always knew if I had an issue, that I could count on Ryan to take care of it for me quickly."
- John Beeland

Charleston Commercial Real Estate | 2325 Charleston Regional Parkway

For more information about this property please contact Ryan Welch with Lee & Associates
Phone: 843.747.5856 | Cell: 843.908.1388 | Email: rwelch@lee-associates.com