PITTSBURGH, PA (September 15, 2025) Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty is strengthening its commitment to commercial real estate services with the appointment of Angela Gillot as Director of Commercial Services.
Gillot, a highly respected and seasoned commercial real estate advisor, brings over three decades of industry expertise to the role. She will be instrumental in driving the continued sales and growth of Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty’s and Piatt Companies’ commercial divisions. Her responsibilities will include managing commercial referrals, spearheading new third-party property management initiatives, and expanding the firm’s presence in commercial leasing and tenant representation.
“Angela is an important part of the growth strategy for both our brokerage’s commercial division and our third-party services platform,” said Lucas Piatt, CEO of Piatt Companies and Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty. “She has an incredible reputation and will take on a leadership role in guiding both current and prospective clients in diversifying their real estate portfolios, optimizing operations, and achieving strategic growth—leveraging Piatt Companies’ in-house management expertise and the global reach of Sotheby’s International Realty.”
Gillot’s extensive background spans all facets of commercial real estate, including leasing, construction management, property and facilities management, and business development. She has managed over 5 million square feet of commercial assets and served a wide range of clients, from local retailers to multinational corporations. Known for her hands-on, bespoke approach, Gillot’s leadership is expected to further enhance Piatt’s high standard of client service.
Chris Dickson, President of Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty, emphasized this alignment: “Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty has always been committed to delivering concierge-level service, and Angela will further elevate that standard as we expand our commercial services. Her background is a natural complement to our company’s unmatched legacy of service, our deep local roots, and our globally connected network.”
Gillot has also been actively involved in several professional real estate organizations, including the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and CREW Network, reflecting her ongoing dedication to industry collaboration and leadership.
“I am honored and elated to join Piatt to assist in their strategic portfolio and tenant growth and cultivate even more appealing developments to lure more business to Pittsburgh,” said Gillot. “Their Western Pennsylvania legacy and tenacious investment in our region is commendable and well-executed, and I look forward to working with their stellar team to contribute to their continued success.”
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ABOUT PIATT SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty serves the residential real estate market in the Greater Pittsburgh area, offering high-level professional brokerage services and world-class international marketing programs. Currently one of three Sotheby’s International Realty® affiliates in Pennsylvania, the firm is the only office in Western Pennsylvania. Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty is led by the Piatt family and their knowledgeable team, who have over 60 years of real estate experience. Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty strives to be a driving force in the luxury real estate market, locally and beyond. Contact the office at 412-471-4900.
ABOUT PIATT COMPANIES
Piatt Companies is a family of companies that invests in bringing ideas to life and creating real estate experiences that contribute to the vibrancy, resilience, and future of Western Pennsylvania. For over 65 years, the family-run business has delivered high-quality places where people in the region can thrive. Learn more by visiting Piatt.com.
Hilton Garden Inn – Southpointe
Hospitality
Opened in 2001 as one of the first Hilton Garden Inn hotels in the region, the Pittsburgh-Southpointe location offers ease of access to the Pittsburgh International Airport and Downtown Pittsburgh. The 20,000 square foot flexible ballroom space is a popular venue for weddings, trade shows, and seminars. A full renovation was completed in 2019.
River Vue
Residential
MARKET SQUARE PLACE
Mixed-Use
HIGHMARK STADIUM
Entertainment
Highmark Stadium, the home of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds soccer team, offers a gorgeous view of Downtown Pittsburgh from Station Square. Piatt operated as the owner’s representative throughout the construction of the 3,500 seat entertainment venue.
ST. CLAIR HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT CENTER
Medical
St . Clair Hospital’s 40,000 square foot outpatient facility in Peters Township opened in 2013. As the owner’s representative, Piatt managed design and construction, and helped cut costs through value engineering and pre-construction negotiation. The center offers a much-needed location for numerous medical services and offices.
LUCAS PIATT
Chief Executive Officer — Piatt Companies
Lucas B. Piatt is the Chief Executive Officer of Piatt Companies and Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty, where he blends visionary leadership with a deep-rooted commitment to the future of Western Pennsylvania. With more than 25 years of experience in real estate, development, and executive leadership, Lucas has led the transformation of Downtown Pittsburgh, investing over $500 million as part of a broader portfolio exceeding $1 billion in revitalization efforts across the region.
Lucas is the driving force behind The Esplanade, a transformative waterfront development that will redefine Pittsburgh’s North Side. Designed to be a world-class destination for innovation, entertainment, hospitality, and public space, The Esplanade reflects Lucas’s bold vision for shaping the future of Pittsburgh through large-scale placemaking rooted in community, inclusivity, and global ambition.
A respected collaborator, Lucas brings people together—developers, civic leaders, creatives, and community members—to reimagine the built environment and make it a catalyst for growth and connection. He is committed to delivering luxury experiences that serve a greater purpose, with an eye toward sustainable and inclusive development.
His leadership extends far beyond real estate. Lucas actively supports organizations such as the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Point Park University, the Pittsburgh Film Office, the Alzheimer’s Association, and serves on the Board of Directors for St. Clair Health Foundation, helping to shape the future of regional healthcare and community access.
As founder of the Piatt Family Foundation’s Rock, Reggae and Relief Festival, Lucas has harnessed the power of live music to raise significant funds for impactful causes. Beneficiaries have included ovarian cancer initiatives, Café Momentum Pittsburgh, 412 Food Rescue, MCG Youth & Arts, and Catapult Greater Pittsburgh, among others—supporting efforts around food security, youth empowerment, education, and economic mobility.
Beyond his professional and philanthropic commitments, Lucas is a devoted family man who finds his greatest joy in spending meaningful time with his wife Renee and their children, River and Marlea. Whether attending concerts and music festivals, traveling, or sharing life’s great experiences, Lucas lives with intention and heart—always seeking to build something greater for the next generation.
TOWER 260
Office
Tower Two-Sixty, in Market Square, offers seven floors of Class A office space and an integral public parking garage offering 330 spaces. Also in the building are the Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown and four new local restaurants.
This LEED Certified Silver building is the first opportunity in almost 30 years for distinguished Pittsburgh businesses to take up residence in a brand new trophy building. Partnering with JLL as the anchor tenant and property manager, the building’s other tenants include Coury Financial, Merrill-Lynch, McGuireWoods, and Piatt Companies.