Colliers Names Jeff Winters Kansas City Brokerage Leader as Ed Elder Becomes Principal

Colliers | U.S. announced Oct. 28 that Jeff Winters has been appointed Managing Director and Brokerage Market Leader for Kansas City, Missouri, succeeding Ed Elder, who has led the Colliers office there for the past 10 years. Elder will remain with Colliers as a Principal, focusing on client relationships, strategic pursuits and new business development.

Jeff Winters Takes Over Kansas City Brokerage Operations

In his new role, Winters will oversee all brokerage operations for the Kansas City market, including recruitment, retention and business development, the firm said. He will report to Jeremy Jacobs, President of Central Region Brokerage at Colliers.

Winters will remain an active broker, continuing to represent clients and execute transactions while maintaining a direct connection to the market and his team, according to the announcement.

Winters joined Colliers in 2021 and has more than 18 years of commercial real estate experience. His background includes advising clients on complex real estate decisions, building long-term relationships and collaborating across the firm's service lines to meet clients' needs throughout the Kansas City market.

Ed Elder Moves to Principal Role at Colliers

Elder, who led the Kansas City office for a decade, will stay with Colliers as a Principal. His focus will be client relationships, strategic pursuits and new business development. The arrangement keeps Elder's market knowledge and client relationships within the firm while operating leadership of the brokerage passes to Winters.

Executives Comment on the Transition

"Jeff has been an integral part of our Kansas City office, and this transition is a natural progression of his leadership within the company," said Jacobs. "He brings a deep understanding of our business, a client-first mindset, and a strong commitment to developing and supporting those around him. His leadership will further strengthen our brokerage platform and enhance our presence in local market."

"We have built a strong business over the past decade, and I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together," said Elder. "Jeff brings the energy, perspective, and leadership to build on that foundation."

"I am honored and excited for the opportunity to lead Colliers in Kansas City and build on Ed's leadership and mentorship, which has helped shape our business and culture," said Winters. "Commercial real estate is a relationship-driven business, and our greatest strength is our people. I look forward to supporting our professionals, attracting top talent, and driving continued growth."

Kansas City Market Context

The leadership change comes as Kansas City's brokerage market enters a more active but increasingly specialized phase. Office demand remains present, but market reports emphasize the need for investment in buildings and product that better match current tenant requirements. Cushman & Wakefield has reported that industrial conditions point toward a new period of expansion, creating opportunities across leasing, development and tenant representation.

JLL characterized the second quarter of 2026 as the Kansas City region's second-strongest quarter of positive absorption in five years.

Colliers' Broader Platform

Colliers reported $108.2 billion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2025, up 9% year over year. Investment Management revenue reached $532.3 million in 2025, up 4% from $512.6 million in 2024. Brokerage clients increasingly seek integrated services, including leasing, investment sales, valuation, project management, engineering and investment management, rather than isolated transaction execution. Winters' stated mandate to collaborate across Colliers' service lines aligns with that platform approach.

Colliers describes itself as a global diversified professional services and investment management company operating through three businesses: Commercial Real Estate, Engineering and Investment Management. The firm cites $6 billion in annual revenues, 28,000 professionals and $110 billion in assets under management.

Outlook for the Kansas City Office

The appointment pairs new operating leadership under Winters with continuity in senior client coverage through Elder. Winters' mandate centers on recruitment and retention, signaling that attracting and keeping experienced brokers is a priority for the Kansas City office as office absorption improves and industrial prospects strengthen.

Sources

• Colliers | U.S. press release, Oct. 28, 2026