Dedicated and results-driven, Dev is a seasoned real estate professional with a proven track record of driving value through innovative merchandising, strategic leasing, and asset development within the retail real estate sector. With a career spanning over 30 years, Dev has consistently delivered exceptional customer experiences while fostering collaborative partnerships, contributing to the growth and transformation of the industry.
Notable Career Highlights:
Visionary Redevelopment: Played a pivotal role in major redevelopments of prominent shopping centers such as Fairview Mall, Georgian Mall, Sherway Gardens, and Marche Central in Montreal. Notably, led the groundbreaking completion of integrating a 100,000 square foot functional greenhouse atop the new WalMart, marking a revolutionary shift in North American shopping center dynamics.
Strategic Tenant Engagements: Led negotiations securing landmark deals, including a flagship Holt Renfrew store at Square One, alongside expansions in prime locations such as Bloor Street, Yorkdale, and Pacific Centre, Vancouver. Orchestrated agreements with renowned shop-in-shop partners, elevating brand diversity and engagement.
Portfolio Expansion & Revitalization: Played a pivotal role in strategic acquisitions and repositioning efforts, notably contributing to Holt’s senior management team’s acquisition of the Ogilvy department store in Montreal, and leading the $90 million redevelopment of Fairview Mall in Toronto, introducing internationally acclaimed brands and translating vision into reality.
Professional Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in third-party management, extensive leasing expertise across diverse Canadian markets, and a commitment to professional excellence reflected in licenses with RECO, RECA, and holding a BOMA RPA designation.