Raquel Blount, SIOR

Vice President of Commercial Real Estate & Broker Associate

With over two decades of industry expertise, Raquel Blount brings a wealth of knowledge to her role as Vice President of Commercial Real Estate at Lloyd Companies. Specializing in commercial real estate sales, leasing, investment sales, and land development, Raquel has been instrumental in driving successful outcomes for her clients across a range of sectors. Her SIOR designation underscores her commitment to the highest standards of professionalism in the industry, distinguishing her as a trusted advisor in the commercial real estate market.

Since joining Lloyd Companies in 2002, Raquel has leveraged her extensive experience, including her previous work with General Growth Properties (GGP), the nation’s second-largest shopping center management and development company. Her expertise in site selection, lease negotiations, and build-to-suit opportunities has attracted a diverse portfolio of national tenants, such as Starbucks, McDonald’s, Fleet Farm, Duluth Trading Co., which she successfully brought to downtown Sioux Falls, and countless others.

Raquel is a leader in investment sales and land transactions, with notable projects involving major clients such as Walmart, Target, and Burlington Coat Factory. Her work spans high-profile development sites, including Dawley Farm Village and Springdale Development, further solidifying her reputation in land sales and site development.

Beyond her national client base, Raquel remains deeply connected to local markets, continuously partnering with investors to deliver innovative solutions tailored to both retail and office sectors. Her holistic approach, encompassing sales, leasing, construction, and development, has made her one of the region’s most respected and accomplished commercial real estate professionals.

South Dakota (11811)

Community Involvement

Realtor® Association of the Sioux Empire (RASE)
South Dakota Association of Realtors® (SDAR)
National Association of Realtors® (NAR)
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Sioux Falls Junior League Committee Chairperson
Southeast Technical Institute Foundation Board Member
Sioux Falls Tomorrow Member
Downtown Sioux Falls (DTSF) Business Relation Committee
Business Journal Advisory Committee

Education

Retail Brokers Network (RBN)

Miami University

Professional Passion

Raquel is passionate about guiding her clients through the exciting journey of finding their perfect space—whether it’s launching a dream business or expanding a growing enterprise. She finds immense joy in being part of her clients’ stories from the very beginning, helping turn visions into thriving realities. The fast-paced nature of commercial real estate fuels her drive, and she thrives on staying busy, building meaningful relationships, and celebrating her clients’ successes. For Raquel, it’s more than just closing deals—it’s about creating opportunities and watching her clients’ dreams take shape and flourish.

Best Part of My Job

The best part of Raquel’s job is cultivating meaningful relationships while thriving in the dynamic, fast-paced world of commercial real estate. She loves that no two days are ever the same, each bringing unique opportunities to solve challenges and create impactful results for her clients. For Raquel, every project is an exciting new puzzle, and no challenge is too big to tackle. It’s this ever-evolving environment and the connections she builds along the way that fuel her passion for what she does.