BRIXMOR PROPERTY GROUP APPOINTS SEASONED RETAIL EXECUTIVE JOHN PETER ("JP") SUAREZ TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- JP Suarez's appointment brings valuable expertise in retail, real estate, and legal matters to Brixmor's board of directors.
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As Executive Vice President, Regional Chief Executive Officer and Chief Administration Officer, Walmart International from 2018 to 2023, Mr. Suarez was a member of Walmart's International Division Executive Committee and led a team of more than 2,000 employees. He previously served as Executive Vice President and President, Realty Division, Walmart US from 2015 to 2018 and held a variety of other executive positions since joining Walmart in 2004, including Senior Vice President, Realty, Construction, and Strategy; Senior Vice President, Business Development, Walmart International; Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Walmart International; Senior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer; and Vice President and General Counsel, SAM'S Club. Earlier in his career, he was nominated by President Bush and confirmed by the
"JP is a distinguished leader with significant retail, real estate and legal expertise and deep experience in strategy, talent development and performance management across large, global retail organizations. His broad skillset will be invaluable as we continue to deliver under our value add strategy," said James Taylor, President and Chief Executive Officer. "We are excited by the perspectives JP will bring to our board as he joins our talented, diverse and engaged group of directors."
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ABOUT BRIXMOR PROPERTY GROUP
Brixmor (NYSE: BRX) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and operates a high-quality, national portfolio of open-air shopping centers. Its 365 retail centers comprise approximately 65 million square feet of prime retail space in established trade areas. The Company strives to own and operate shopping centers that reflect Brixmor's vision "to be the center of the communities we serve" and are home to a diverse mix of thriving national, regional and local retailers. Brixmor is a proud real estate partner to over 5,000 retailers including The TJX Companies, The Kroger Co., Publix Super Markets and Ross Stores.
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