Meet The Team

Clayton King, a native New Mexican, is the founder and Qualifying Broker of King Capital Commercial Real Estate. He has played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing New Mexico's retail landscape. Noteworthy accomplishments include spearheading the statewide expansion of renowned organizations such as Raising Cane's, Freddy's Frozen Custard, El Pollo Loco, and Red Robin, among others. Throughout his career, Clayton has garnered numerous top producer awards and has proudly represented New Mexico on a national level ...

An Albuquerque native, Lia Armstrong is a retail leasing and investment broker with King Capital Commercial Real Estate. Lia has over 17 years of experience in commercial real estate and represents over a half million square feet of retail space throughout the state. Lia is considered and recognized as a top broker in the state when it comes to shaping big box and retail shopping centers. Lia has a thorough understanding of critical negotiation points in these types of transactions including Co-Tenancy, Tenant Excl...

David Fite is one of the most accomplished and recognized retail and restaurant brokers in New Mexico, with over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate specializing in retail, industrial, and land leasing and sales. His deep expertise and strategic insights make him a trusted advisor to clients, including publicly traded restaurant companies such as Brinker International (Chili’s/Maggiano’s), Raising Cane's, Einstein Bros. Bagels and Outback Steakhouse. Before transitioning to commercial real estate, D...

Kyla Stoker is a Senior Vice President at King Capital Commercial Real Estate with nearly two decades in the commercial real estate industry. A well-respected leader in the New Mexico market, Kyla is known as a true “mover and shaker” in the industry, successfully representing both national and regional brands. She has secured representation accounts for brands such as T- Mobile, Champion Xpress Carwash, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut, as well as highly regarded regional businesses such as The Range Café, Happy Accident...

Jeremy applies his skills to every detail of the transaction, offering expertise in marketing consultation, market evaluation, comparative analysis and deal negotiation. For the property owner, he is relentless in identifying qualified tenants and buyers. Jeremy currently represents several national and regional retailers ranging from shop space users to Jr. Anchor tenants. A native New Mexican, Jeremy attended the University of New Mexico where he graduated with honors, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. Jeremy...

Courtney joined the KC CRE team in summer of 2021. She grew up in the industry and has handled interaction with many national retail tenants. She is extremely well versed when it comes to transaction management, timelines and deal flow. Courtney actively works with Clayton and Lia on national accounts including Starbucks, Raising Canes, Whataburger, AT&T, Wingstop and many others. When Courtney isn’t saving the day, you can find her on the family hunting ranch or traveling!

Diane Kappus joined the KC CRE team in summer of 2020. With an extensive background in marketing, Diane offers her clients an educated and innovated approach when assisting them with the sale or lease of an asset. With a wealth of experience in marketing and promotions, Diane Kappus has been bringing people and events together for nearly a decade. As a senior member of the Santa Ana Star Casino marketing team, she successfully directed three departments, managing a multi-million-dollar budget in entertainment, promo...

Isaac became a valued member of King Capital in January 2024, bringing with him over 2 years of extensive experience in commercial retail. His expertise spans in retail commercial real estate, cultivated through close collaboration with one of the state's most dynamic development groups before joining King Capital. As a proud native New Mexican, Isaac not only excels in the professional realm but also finds joy in his personal pursuits. During his free time, you could catch him exploring new destinations, fishing, & ge...

An experienced retail broker, Alex Zannes brings a strong mix of market insight, strategic deal-making, and client-first service to his role at King Capital. He has worked with both local entrepreneurs and national brands to secure space in retail centers throughout New Mexico, specializing in tenant representation and landlord leasing. From shop spaces and junior boxes, all the way to anchor spaces, he helps property owners fill key vacancies with tenants that add long-term value to a center. His approach is rooted in...

Correen (Coco) Talley is the Graphic Designer and Creative at King Capital CRE, bringing a rich blend of culture and creativity to her work. A proud Navajo, she grew up in the picturesque landscapes of Durango, Colorado, and later pursued her passion at the University of New Mexico (UNM), where she earned her bachelor's degree with a focus on 3D Animation, film, and Graphic Design. Coco's professional journey has seen her pushing the boundaries of design, crafting visually compelling narratives that captivate audiences...