NAI Mopper|Benton, a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm in Savannah, Ga., is pleased to announce the appointment of Executive Vice President Rex Benton, to the Savannah Economic Development Authority Advisory Council.

Advisory Council members are responsible for regularly attending and actively participating in SEDA board meetings, events and activities; staying informed on relevant issues; providing support as may be requested and advocating on SEDA’s behalf in the local community, throughout the state and across the country as opportunities allow.

“Rex’s commercial real estate expertise and market knowledge will be a valuable resource to the SEDA board as we work to promote opportunities and new jobs at the Savannah Manufacturing Center and throughout the region,” stated Kevin Jackson, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SEDA.

“I’m honored and excited to contribute in any way possible to the business partnerships that make Savanah an ideal location for businesses in need of a stable workforce, first-class infrastructure, and a favorable governmental climate,” stated Benton. “I am thankful Chairman Jackson provided me with the opportunity to serve on the Advisory Council where I can participate and provide feedback on the future of Savannah.”

Rex Benton is a founding partner of NAI Mopper|Benton and manages the long-term and day-to-day brokerage business operations. Benton joined NAI Mopper|Benton after spending 15 years in the Atlanta area and working for 2 other global commercial real estate firms.

Rex is a graduate of Benedictine Military School in Savannah, holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Southern University, and is a licensed broker in Georgia and South Carolina. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Savannah/Hilton Head Realtors Commercial Alliance.