Gunnar Blakeway-Walen

Gunnar Blakeway-Walen is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in the real estate sector. Currently serving as Marketing Manager at FLATS since January 2022, Gunnar has successfully developed marketing materials that yielded a remarkable 9000% ROI and led marketing strategies for multiple communities across five states. Previously, in various roles at FLATS, including Marketing Coordinator and Lease-Up Manager, Gunnar achieved notable successes such as leasing 50% of a new Minneapolis community within three months and producing an award-winning resident communication booklet. Prior experience includes working as a Multisite Leasing Professional at Greystar, maintaining budgeted occupancy, and achieving a high tour-to-application ratio. Gunnar's career began in hospitality with Kaskaid Hospitality, where a commitment to exceptional service and sales goals was demonstrated. Education includes a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing and Painting from Minneapolis College of Art and Design, along with studies at Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze and Minnesota State University Moorhead.