15723 Starling Water Drive, Lithia
Matthew Pace | Broker

- Phone:(813) 898-7150
- Fax:(813) 803-9131
- Email:matt@josephsullivan.net
1073 E Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511
Matthew is the Managing Broker and Owner of Joseph Sullivan Real Estate, bringing a distinguished background of military leadership, Fortune 50 corporate experience, real estate investment, and academic excellence to the Greater Tampa Bay real estate market. As a REALTOR® with respected industry designations including Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), Military Relocation Professional (MRP®), Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA®), and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS®), Matthew provides clients with a comprehensive, strategy-driven approach to buying, selling, investing, and navigating today’s competitive real estate market.
Before entering real estate, Matthew served more than 20 years in the United States Army, retiring in 2007 after a career defined by discipline, leadership, strategic planning, accountability, and service. He later continued his professional journey with a Fortune 50 enterprise, where he strengthened his expertise in operations, strategy, leadership, and organizational performance. That blend of military precision, corporate insight, and real estate professionalism now shapes his approach as a broker, advisor, and advocate for buyers, sellers, investors, and real estate professionals throughout Tampa Bay.
Matthew’s academic background further reinforces his strategic approach to real estate. He pursued a Doctorate in Business Administration with a focus on Strategy and Innovation at Capella University and holds multiple graduate degrees in business, technology, and security management from the University of Maryland Global Campus and American Military University. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, where he served for 15 years as an Associate Professor in the Cyber Security and Information Systems divisions.
As Managing Broker, Matthew is known for his attention to detail, strong negotiation mindset, market knowledge, and commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards. His professional designations reflect specialized training in buyer representation, military relocation, pricing strategy, and seller advocacy, allowing him to deliver informed guidance, elevated service, and results-focused representation across a wide range of real estate needs.
Matthew’s leadership philosophy is deeply connected to the legacy of Joseph Sullivan Toner, whose life represented discipline, vigilance, accountability, and “Standards with No Compromise”—principles that continue to guide the mission and culture of Joseph Sullivan Real Estate.
Matthew’s leadership philosophy is deeply connected to the legacy of Joseph Sullivan Toner, whose life represented discipline, vigilance, accountability, and “Standards with No Compromise”—principles that continue to guide the mission and culture of Joseph Sullivan Real Estate.
Through Joseph Sullivan Real Estate, Matthew continues to lead with purpose, professionalism, and a clear mission: to provide a higher standard of real estate.