Lee Ann James is a Director with Lee & Associates Nashville, known for her extensive experience and expertise in the retail industry. As the proprietor of E.W. James & Sons Supermarkets, Lee Ann has a comprehensive understanding of all facets of the retail investment landscape. With a career spanning 25 years in the retail sector, she brings unique industry insights to the Lee & Associates Retail Team. During her tenure as the leader of E.W. James & Sons Supermarkets, Lee Ann had the responsibility for managing the company’s real estate leases, build-to-suits, acquisitions, remodels, and divestitures. Her proficiency on both sides of the retail real estate equation makes her an invaluable advisor to retail investors, and retail tenants searching for successful new locations. A native of Tennessee, Lee Ann holds an MBA from Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School and Management and received a Bachelor of Science in Business administration from the University of TN, Knoxville. In her spare time, Lee Ann is an avid explorer, having conquered the summits of Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Everest’s Base camp. She cherishes moments spent with her family and indulges in outdoor activities such as time on the lake,snow skiing, hiking, scuba diving and is also a private pilot. Lee Ann consistently adds a unique value proposition to each of her clients, graciously sharing her strong work ethic, integrity, extensive industry knowledge and ‘get it done’ mentality with everyone she serves.