About Us

Bruce Beck

DB&R is a full-service public relations firm providing quality and cost-effective public relations and strategic marketing communications counsel for business-to-business firms. Since our founding in 1990, we have earned an excellent reputation for our expertise in the representation of firms in real estate and related industries.

Quality does not come by accident. It requires relentless determination, intelligent direction and skillful execution and is evident in every aspect of our practice. DB&R offers real estate firms an unparalleled depth and breadth of experience and expertise in every marketing discipline including managed media relations, community outreach, consensus building, speaking platform, special events planning and implementation, collateral, interactive media, and copywriting.

DB&R remains committed to the highest standards of professionalism and ethical business behavior and is driven by the rewards of helping clients obtain results that match their stated marketing and business goals.

Bruce Beck has more than 30 years of successful public relations and marketing communications experience. Prior to forming DB&R, Bruce held senior level positions at some of the nation’s most prestigious public relations and advertising agencies. During his career he has designed and directed the campaigns for such notable firms as Korn/Ferry International, Allen Matkins, WET Design, Cushman & Wakefield, Oppenheimer, Steyr Daimler Puch of America, Weyerhaeuser, The Australian Department of Trade, Hang Ten International, Phone-Mate and Huffy Bicycles. He also supervised the media relations activities and the advertising agency review for The Bass Group in its acquisition of American Savings. Bruce began his career in the music division at Rogers and Cowan, one of the nation's leading entertainment public relations firms.

Bruce is active in a variety of business and civic groups. He currently sits on the Planning Committee for the Urban Land Institute-Los Angeles District Council where he previously served as chair of the StimULI Breakfast subcommittee and is member of the National Association of Real Estate Editors. He also served on the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Heart Association and was a member of the Board of Directors for the Ventura County Junior Golf Association. Bruce has been involved in high school sports for 22 years as a head coach in baseball and golf. In 2014 he was named California High School Golf Coach of the Year by the California Coaches Association.

Bruce turned down a professional baseball contract with the Kansas City Royals in 1972 to attend Pepperdine University on an athletic scholarship where he earned a BA in Communication Theory.

Our Principal

SERVICES

Managed Media Relations

The Speaking Platform

Advertising and Collateral Material

Interactive Media and Web Design

Special Events Planning and Implementation

CLIENTS

Archway Fund

Aurelie Capital

California Landmark

CGI Strategies

Columbia Pacific Advisors

Dedeaux Properties

Greenberg Glusker

Jamison

JRK Property Holdings

Kearny Real Estate

Kilroy Realty Corporation

Mesa West Capital

Quantum Capital Partners

Sklar Kirsh LLC

Sonnenblick-Eichner Company

Starpoint Properties

Thorofare Capital

TruAmerica Multifamily

Vista Investment Group

In addition to our blue chip list of current clients, DB&R has enjoyed long-standing relationships with many firms across the full spectrum of the real estate industry.

Testimonials

We have been working with Bruce and DB&R for a number of years, and he has greatly helped us grow and improve our firm’s PR and marketing efforts across the United States. I would recommend him whether you are a one man shop looking to increase your presence, or a large firm hoping for a new vision.

Lindsay FelldinAssistant Vice President, Mesa West Capital

DB&R has provided a high level of service for years. We have a great rapport with Bruce and he understands our business needs. He has produced fantastic results to promote our platforms, not only in the US but also internationally. His media relationships and knowledge of the business have been instrumental in growing our business.

Matthew SchwabManaging Director, Karlin Real Estate

DB&R has been our public relations counsel for more than 20 years. I think that speaks volumes to the quality of their work.

Jeff DritleyFounder & Managing Partner, Kearny Real Estate Company

I've enjoyed a working relationship with DB&R for nearly two decades. I have come to rely on their expert direction and expect only the best results.

David SimonExecutive Vice President, Kilroy Realty Inc.

Bruce is one of those rare communications professionals who understands the commercial real estate business. He has the ability to grasp complex issues, shape them to meet marketing goals and objectives and then deliver it to any audience be it buyer, seller, landlord or tenant.

Andrew RatnerExecutive Vice President, CBRE

I have worked with Bruce Beck and his team at DB&R for many years in my role as a reporter and editor. Bruce understands what we do and what we want and has consistently done an outstanding job of putting us together with potential sources and pitching relevant, interesting stories.