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Rocco Cortese, CEO/Co-Founder of Intersection, formulates, guides and maintains the company’s strategic plan, which determines its overall direction and profitability.

He has been an active California real estate broker since 1987. His 35 years of experience in the industry have enabled him to navigate through the ever-changing cycles of commercial real estate and establish strong relationships with private and institutional clients.

Rocco’s commitment to continuous improvement has led him to leadership roles in Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), serving in numerous board positions and culminating in his role as President of the San Diego Chapter in the 2021/2022 fiscal year. Today he continues his service sitting on the global leadership committee for EO.

An avid Bay Area sports fan, he’s waiting patiently for another 49er Super Bowl. Rocco is a self-described learning junkie reading books and listening to numerous podcasts about leadership and business strategies. He spends the rest of his time keeping up with his 3 children and donating time as a mentor to young entrepreneurs and college students.

He graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Business Administration.

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As President and Co-Founder of Intersection, Mark Hoekstra leads the company in executing its long-term strategy. He formulates short-term plans and manages daily operations. With over 35 years in commercial real estate leadership, Mark has a deep understanding of every aspect of the industry. His strong communication and leadership skills help his team and clients set new standards of excellence within Intersection’s commercial real estate portfolio.

Mark is committed to continuous learning and growth. He is actively involved in several commercial real estate associations and philanthropic initiatives. Mark has served as Past President of both the USD Alumni Association and the Escondido Sunrise Rotary Club. He also serves as a member of USD’s Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate – Commercial Real Estate Committee and is a past director of the San Diego County Commercial Association of Realtors and Center City Advisory Committee (CCAC).

Mark recently earned a Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurial Leadership from the University of San Diego, where he earned undergraduate degree in Business Administration.

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With more than 20 years of experience in team leadership, human resources, and corporate administration, Ian brings a solutions-driven mindset and people-first approach to his role as Operations Manager at Intersection.

Ian is instrumental in translating company values into action, shaping a workplace culture that’s collaborative, supportive, and aligned with our long-term goals. He leads day-to-day operations with precision—overseeing HR processes, streamlining administrative workflows, onboarding new team members, and ensuring every part of the office runs smoothly.

Respected for his clear communication and hands-on support, Ian is a trusted resource across the organization. He works closely with the leadership team to implement strategic initiatives and strengthen the operational foundation that fuels our continued growth.

Outside of the office, you’ll find Ian spending time with his girlfriend and two dogs, golfing, hiking, or cheering on the Washington Commanders.

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