DALLAS - TelAve -- DuWest Realty and DBA Commercial Real Estate announced today that they have merged to form DUWEST, uniting two well-respected commercial real estate firms under one name and creating a stronger statewide platform focused on retail and land brokerage, tenant representation, investment sales, development services and property management across Texas.

DUWEST will be led by Managing Partners Scott Rodgers, Austin Schenkel, Perren Gasc, Will Walters and Evan Ketabchi. Corey Duhon of DuWest will be taking a new advisory role as Founding Partner.

DBA Commercial Real Estate, started in 2016, is headquartered in Dallas and is led by Perren Gasc and Austin Schenkel. The firm's third-party project leasing division has completed hundreds of transactions across Texas, from urban mixed-use projects to neighborhood shopping centers, while its tenant representation team supports national, regional and local brands including Shake Shack, Victoria's Secret, Hibbett Sports, Pei Wei Asian Kitchen and Whitewater Car Wash.

More on TelAve News

• JP Events Azerbaijan to Host 2nd Women in Motorsport Event During the Azerbaijan Grand Prix Week
• Resident Inspect Joins Property Meld Nexus Network with API Integration
• 1569531 B.C. LTD. dba ELEOLUXE Progresses Its Digital Renovation Infrastructure
• L2 Aviation Awarded IDIQ Contract by the U.S. Army for M1A2 Abrams Tank
• Sycor.Rental Named Among 2026 Best Microsoft Dynamics ERP Supply Chain Solutions

With 45 team members, DUWEST leases more than 500 properties totaling over 10 million square feet, represents more than 50 tenant clients, and manages nearly 3.5 million square feet of retail properties statewide.

"From day one, our focus has been on building a best-in-class retail and land brokerage platform across Texas," said Managing Partner Scott Rodgers. "By bringing these teams together, we are strengthening that foundation with more scale and a shared commitment to staying ahead of the curve. This merger continues to position DUWEST to be one of the most dynamic and well-regarded firms in the state."

Founded in 2008, DuWest has built a strong reputation as a full-service retail brokerage firm with offices in each major Texas market and a track record of representing national, local and institutional clients. Leadership emphasized the combined firm will be defined by experienced leadership, strong culture, tailored service and retail expertise.

More on TelAve News

• Veikkaus Appoints New CFO as Finland's Gambling Monopoly Braces for Breakup
• ICTPBX Released: White-Label, Multi-Tenant Open Source PBX Platform for ITSPs
• 5,521 College Athletes Launch Own Merch Stores in Just 30 Days on AthleteMerch.com, Reaching 7,975 Live Storefronts Nationwide
• Altruvest and Financial Executives International Canada Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Nonprofit Boards Across Canada
• Free Critical Illness Claim Calculator Launches to the Public

"DUWEST represents an exciting next chapter for both firms," said Managing Partner Austin Schenkel. "We saw a major opportunity to bring together two firms with similar cultures, strong relationships and a shared drive to build something bigger across Texas."

Managing Partner Perren Gasc added, "By combining our teams, relationships and market knowledge, DUWEST is uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to clients and expand our presence statewide."

In addition to its Dallas office, DuWest currently operates in San Antonio, led by Evan Ketabchi; Houston, led by Campbell Anderson; and Austin, led by Jorge Rangel. All offices will be rebranded under the DUWEST name.

"This merger represents a natural next step in our trajectory," said Founding Partner Corey Duhon. "The DBA team adds a strong tenant representation platform that complements our services. I'm excited for what this combined platform will achieve."