IRVINE, Calif., (July 7, 2008) – Thompson National Properties, LLC announced today that Brad Thomas has joined the company as senior vice president, retail development.

"Brad brings 20 years of brokerage and development experience to our organization, rich with retailer relationships," said Tony Thompson, chairman and chief executive officer of Thompson National Properties.

“I am excited to be on this championship team. We will continue to forge relationships with strong regional and national retailers, developers and brokers,” said Thomas. “We anticipate that our net lease platform will provide much needed capital to many and will provide investors with dependable returns.”

Previously, Thomas was a private developer and investor in South Carolina. He has acquired and/or developed over $250 Million in retail assets across the Southeastern United States. He has also worked in executive positions with two national retail development companies. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Presbyterian College and is actively involved in The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

Thompson National Properties, LLC provides value-added real estate investment opportunities and asset management to high net worth domestic, foreign and institutional investors. For more information regarding Thompson National Properties, please visit www.tnpre.com.