Rob Ruzza

Robert (Rob) Ruzza is the VP, Specialty Leasing/ Alternative Revenue for the US Mall & Large Format Retail platform, assisting with the oversite, strategy, and performance of the Specialty Leasing program across the portfolio. Rob works directly with the teams at each asset to ensure that the quality of programs and other deliverables are aligned with the objectives of each asset.

Rob has been in the commercial real estate industry since 2003. He has worked at the local, regional, and corporate levels at two large global REITs – SIMON and Westfield. Performing in the roles of Senior Leasing Director, Regional Director, Leasing Director, and Specialty Leasing Manager. Rob started his career at Westfield working on an asset that was undergoing full-scale redevelopment and then continued working on assets in various stages of development throughout his career. Rob has worked on all phases of expanding GLA, repurposing GLA, and new ground up construction. He has also worked on due diligence teams for new large-scale projects, and the acquisition and disposition of large retail assets.

Prior to joining CBRE Rob obtained his real estate License and was a national consultant and retail broker in the NY Metro. Working on two new mixed use projects Heritage Village in Hicksville, NY, and Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ.