Meet Sharon
A Legacy of Institutional Finance & Elite Real Estate Advisory
In the shifting landscape of real estate, true advantage doesn't just come from tracking market listings—it comes from an expert understanding of structural finance, economic cycles, and complex asset evaluation. Sharon Staub brings a rare, elite corporate pedigree to Magnum Real Estate Advisors, combining over three decades of deep-rooted regional expertise with an institutional-grade financial background.
Specializing heavily in the thriving Northeast submarkets—including Northern Franklin, Delaware, and Licking counties—Sharon has built an enduring reputation as a premier full-service partner for clients navigating both residential and commercial transactions.
Building the Foundations of Regional Banking
Long before shaping commercial and residential portfolios, Sharon was a pivotal force in establishing the financial infrastructure of the Greater Columbus region. On July 29, 1985, The Fifth Third Bank of Columbus officially established its independent state charter, launching a highly anticipated de novo presence right in the heart of downtown at 21 East State Street.
Sharon was hand-selected to serve as the founding executive and Head of the Corporate Banking Department for this historic expansion. Operating as a tight-knit, powerhouse startup team, she worked side-by-side with original Columbus President Tom McAuliffe, Betsy Cadwalader, Dave Kessler, and future Central Ohio Fifth Third President & CEO Bob Eversole.
As the leader of the corporate banking division during the high-stakes economic deregulation boom of the mid-1980s, Sharon was responsible for building the bank's local commercial credit portfolios and corporate relationships from the ground up. Navigating this fast-paced corporate environment required an absolute mastery of large-scale asset management, risk assessment, capital structures, and multi-million-dollar contract negotiations.
The Magnum Real Estate Advisors Advantage
Today, Sharon seamlessly translates that formidable corporate banking foundation into unparalleled real estate representation at Magnum Real Estate Advisors. Having spent her career analyzing market risk and structuring high-level financial moves, she looks at property acquisitions, valuations, and listings through an entirely different lens than the average real estate agent.
From her home base in Westerville, Sharon's geographical fluency spans the entire regional landscape, providing dedicated service across key areas like Westerville, Sunbury, Powell, New Albany, Johnstown, Galena, and Delaware. For commercial and investment clients, she brings the exact institutional mindset needed to evaluate cash flows, cap rates, and portfolio scale. For residential buyers and sellers, she provides a sophisticated edge, ensuring their largest equity investments are protected, optimized, and aggressively negotiated.
Sharon’s business philosophy is built on the same principles that defined her early banking career: structural integrity, strategic foresight, and an unwavering commitment to client advocacy. Backed by a lifetime of elite professional connections and a historical mastery of the market, Sharon Staub remains one of the region’s most trusted, capable, and strategic real estate partners.
