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As a prominent figure in Ontario's thriving real estate landscape, my focus extends across the province, although my influence reaches far beyond, assisting clients across Canada and into the United States. Specializing in multi-market tenant representation, anchor listing work, ground floor condo sales, and master-planned mixed-use development site consulting, I bring a dynamic skill set to the forefront of the commercial real estate arena.
On the landlord front, I have cultivated relationships with esteemed institutional groups like RioCan, Allied, Crombie, Oxford, and Manulife, as well as private regional players including Mattamy Homes, Hazelview, Dunpar, and Menkes. Representing a diverse range of tenants, I collaborate with large anchor clients like Natures Emporium, Galleria Supermarket, Marche Leo’s Marketplace, and Factory Shoe, alongside smaller, innovative entities such as Othership, Jaybird, and Strong Pilates.
In 2023, my commitment to excellence resulted in over 450 transactions, totaling nearly 400,000 square feet and a deal value of $135,000,000. Notable achievements include securing flagship locations for Othership and Jaybird in Yorkville, facilitating Othership's expansion into the U.S., aiding Galleria Supermarket in replacing a strategic location, and guiding Strong Pilates to establish their first Canadian flagship in downtown Toronto. Additionally, my role in navigating the sale of ground floor condos for Mattamy Homes in Oakville securing 36 offers in the first 30 days & setting one of the highest per square foot vacant condo sales in Oakville for 2023.
At the core of my approach is a profound understanding of each client's unique needs. I craft tailored strategies that align with their objectives, leveraging best-in-class mapping, data, and analytics to drive informed decision-making. Whether it's steering major institutional groups or facilitating the expansion of innovative, first-to-market ventures, I am committed to delivering unparalleled value and success in the ever-evolving landscape of commercial real estate.
Let's embark on a journey together, where your real estate aspirations meet strategic brilliance, propelling your ventures to new heights.
- 2019, Entrepreneurial Leadership Certificate, Babson College
- 2018 SIOR Young Professional of the Year
- 2017 CBRE Broker’s Choice Award
- Named – 20 Influencer’s in the World of Retail in Canada
- JDRF Real Estate Ride – Cabinet Member (Retail)
- Covenant House Toronto Sleep Out 2020
- ICSC – Next Gen Golf Tournament – Chair – 2020 & Co-chair – 2019
- Co-founder – The Matthew Pieszchala Foundation
- Mentor, CBRE North America EMPOWER Program
- Mentor, University of Guelph Mentorship Program
- Youth City Labs – Urban Land Institute – Volunteer
- Member, Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB)
- Member, Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA)
- Member, Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA)
- University of Guelph – Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree
- Major in Real Estate & Housing Management
Suburban Retail Team
Latest Availability Report
Get updated on the latest Retail space for lease and sale in the GTA
Tenant Activity Report
Get updated on the latest Retail tenant space for lease and sale in the GTA
The Suburban Retail Team is a total solution retail team, that helps clients solve their toughest retail real estate problems.
Retail is a changing landscape. The Suburban Retail Team specializes in adapting to these changes. Considered “retail geeks” they leverage their market knowledge, relationships and work ethic to become leaders for anything suburban retail. Through their continued work in Grocery, Mixed-Use Development projects, and plaza sales they have become experts in advising on how to execute a successful mixed-use retail strategy. They focus primarily on the Ontario market but have implemented teams to execute across Canada. Let them strategize with you on how to create a curated solution to any retail real estate need.
Matthew Pieszchala and Adam Occhipinti are recognized among the Top 10 Retail Sales Professionals in Canada based on 2023 ranking.
How we help our client
- Roll Out Strategy
- Site Selection
- Lease Negotiation
- Lease Renewals
- Sublease Services
Tenant Representation Services
- Tenant Mix Strategy
- Lease Negotiation
- Lease Renewals
- Asset Disposition
Landlord Representation Services
- Due Diligence Research
- Upside Analysis
- Site Acquisition
- Land Assembly
By the numbers: 2018-2023 Years-in-Review
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451
total # of transactions
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1,713,070
total sq. ft. leased/sold
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$398,761,910
total deal value
Our process
- In-Depth Analysis of Client Requirements
- Review Existing Locations
- Determine Rollout Strategy
- Void Analysis of Existing Locations
- Competition Analysis
- Mobile Data Analysis to Model Live Trade Areas
- Drive the Target Markets
- Leverage Our Landlord & Broker Contacts
- State of the Art Demographic & GIS Mapping Analysis
- Executive Real Estate Committee Packages & Site Tours
- Offer Negotiation & Execution
- Deal Process Follow Through
- Client Experience Review