TAMPA, FL-Commercial real estate firms are eyeing growth in Florida. Commercial Asset Realty Partners and DeBartolo Development are both expanding their presence.

In a move to grow the firm’s business in Pinellas County, Commercial Asset Partners Realty has wooed Paula Clair Smith to its team. Smith will lead CAP’s efforts in south and mid-Pinellas County, two markets showing signs of improvement as the economy slowly rebounds.

“Paula is a terrific addition to our team,” says Heidi Tuttle-Beisner, broker-owner of CAP Realty. “We see tremendous opportunities in mid- and south Pinellas, and Paula’s experience will be a valuable asset for us. Like other top professionals in our industry, she has succeeded despite the economic downturn by focusing on doing what it takes to successfully help her clients.”