JLL assists trade association in relocation to Research Commons

Motor and Equipment Manufacturer’s Association, the trade association for motor vehicle and mobility suppliers and parts manufacturers and remanufacturers, announced today plans to relocate its corporate headquarters within Research Triangle Park.

MEMA will occupy 15,030 square feet of Class A office at 4501 Research Commons, located at 79 TW Alexander Drive in Research Triangle Park. In addition to its headquarters, MEMA has offices in D.C., and the Detroit suburb of Southfield, Michigan. David Fleming, Ryan Lawrence and Molly Glasgow with JLL represented MEMA in the transaction.

The trade association sought to refresh and modernize its corporate headquarters while staying close to home. For over 20 years, MEMA occupied nearby 10 Laboratory Drive in Research Triangle Park, a building that they developed 1992 and have owned since. JLL’s team concentrated its search along the I-40 Corridor, with accessibility playing a key factor in their selection.

“Research Commons provides a campus-like setting that MEMA is accustomed to at their current location and creates continuity/minimal disruption for MEMA’s current employees,” said Glasgow. “Additionally, the new space will provide the modern environment for MEMA to continue to attract top talent to their organization.”

“The new location will house two of MEMA’s four divisions – the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA) - along with MEMA’s administrative and support functions. We are very excited about the enhanced collaboration features of the new location as we seek to advance the business interest of our members,” said Wendy Earp with MEMA.

CBRE represented the landlord, Greenfield Partners, LLC.