As our "Price Edwards Client Profile Series" continues, we look at a sit down with Darin Miller, CEO of Miller Architects Inc. Mr. Miller and his company are involved in the operations of St. Anthony's newest healthplexes across the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. The newest locations are in Midwest City, Mustang, North Oklahoma City, and South Oklahoma City. The four properties were the first Freestanding Emergency Facilities in the state of Oklahoma and continue to serve thousands in the community every month.
Q: What is your name and your business background?
A: "My name is Darin Miller and I am the Owner and CEO of Miller Architects, Inc. We are a full-service architectural design and development firm specializing in Healthcare Facility Design and Construction throughout the United States."
How did you come to invest in your particular piece of Commercial Real Estate?
"All of our St. Anthony Healthplex projects were a partnership between St. Anthony Hospital and Miller/Neff Development. Miller/Neff Development fully funded, designed and constructed the facilities. Miller/Neff then leases each property to St. Anthony Hospital for its expanded operations in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area."
Why do you like owning/investing in Commercial Real Estate?
"Real Estate investment/ownership is a natural outgrowth of the construction process. This allows Miller to maintain greater control during the design and construction process as the owner. It has also allowed Miller to create its own projects and be less reliant on outside clients for business development."
How has Price Edwards & Company helped your investment?
"Managing and operating these complex healthcare facilities is often overlooked in the development process. Most of the focus gravitates towards the funding, design, and construction of the facilities. However, the successful property management provided by Price Edwards & Company has allowed Miller/Neff to focus on more development opportunities and not be overwhelmed by ongoing facility operations."
What advice would you give someone looking to get into the Commercial Real Estate business?
"Partner with a top management company such as Price Edwards. The benefit of having a company with experience in the industry and a proven track record is imperative to success in facility operations."
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