Senior Director
labaker@auroraconsultants.com
m +1 (647) 202-7641

Laurel Ann is a seasoned real estate executive, having previously held senior positions with a third-party management firm, prominent real estate brokerage and as one of the founding partners of a boutique national retail brokerage. She has provided tenant representation, listing, project management and consulting services on behalf of both landlords and a diverse portfolio of international and national brands. Laurel Ann’s success is attributable to her focus on maximizing client profitability through her expertise in development strategies, market analyses, site research and skillful negotiation.

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Director – US
lbalis@auroraconsultants.com
m +1 (312) 758-2869

Based in Chicago and heading our U.S. office, Lisa brings extensive leasing experience to Aurora. Previously Director of Leasing for L Brands, a global multi-branded specialty retailer with brands including Bath & Body Works, Victoria’s Secret and Henri Bendel, Lisa has also held senior leadership roles at Centrum Properties and Urban Retail Properties. Lisa’s success is attributable to her passion for client success, the amazing colleagues she has collaborated with and the working relationships she has forged with landlords, brokers and fellow retailers.

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President
Chartered Real Estate Broker
jberkowitz@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727 x225
m +1 (514) 824-6727

Jeffrey founded Aurora in 1989. As a retail broker and tenant representative, he has worked with shopping malls, strip centres, ‘big box’ developments, lifestyle centres and street sites, as well as office, retail and entertainment projects. Jeff has undertaken assignments on every continent. He specializes in development strategy, retail site selection and negotiation.

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Account Manager
rberthiaume@auroraconsultants.com
m +1 (514) 242-5817

For over three decades, Richard has evolved in the fields of account management & customer service. He is a seasoned Account Manager and Customer Experience leader focused on optimizing client care to improve the entire customer experience in order to build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships.

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Director
jbowyer@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (416) 972-9414 x 304
m +1 (905) 536-5269

Jennifer started her career in shopping centre marketing with The Mills Corporation. She joined the specialty leasing & partnership team and developed strong creativity and negotiation skills, while exceeding revenue targets. She brings expertise in property management as well as experience in operations and leasing. Jennifer believes that solid relationships are the backbone of successful business partnerships.

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Senior Vice President | Broker of Record
jbrodie@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (416) 972-9414 x 302
m +1 (647) 968-6518

For over a decade Jeri has represented an exclusive roster of prominent retailers, assisting them with real estate strategies, providing expert recommendations and negotiating complex legal documents. She previously led the commercial leasing, property & asset management divisions for some of Canada’s foremost landlords & third-party service providers.

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Director, WR-C Aurora
dburland@auroraconsultants.com
c +44 (0) 7976 692 862
t +44 (0) 20 7486 2100

David enjoys over 25 years of working in commercial property with exceptional knowledge of the retail landscape across Europe and solid experience managing the process from conception, location analysis, negotiation, lease structure to store delivery and opening. David also advises on factory outlet strategy and store acquisition for brands like Diesel, Bose, Hugo Boss, Asics and Radley & Orlebar Brown.

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Commercial Real Estate Broker
schisling@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727
m +1 (514) 781-9898

With a Bachelor of Commerce from John Molson School of Business, Scott has more than 8 years of operations experience working for some of the most progressive e-commerce businesses in Canada. Part of his experience is centered around sourcing and managing real estate in Canada and the US, which is where he first discovered his passion for the field. Scott recently earned his commercial real estate broker's license and joined Aurora as a commercial real estate broker in 2020.

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Consulting Attorney | Nat’l Director, Legal Affairs
aclamen@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727
m +1 (514) 949-8879

An experienced commercial and corporate attorney, Alisa has worked for multinationals such as Bombardier and SNC-Lavalin specializing in franchise, real estate, leasing and financing law as well as M&A representing both retailers and licensees of brands like Forever 21, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Ann Taylor and Loft.

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Director – Atlantic Canada
pconstable@auroraconsultants.com
m +1 (902) 753-7009

With more than 25 years in the commercial real estate industry, Peter has outstanding experience as an appraiser, consultant and Broker in the leasing sector as well as in investment sales. Covering the Atlantic Provinces, he has represented national brands, landlords and tenants such as Starbucks, Lululemon, Sobeys, Cineplex and Pizza Hut.

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Executive Vice-President | Broker of Record
dgregor@auroraconsultants.com
m +1 (905) 853-3580
o +1 (905) 717-1315

Don has completed over 4.5 million square feet of leasing transactions over his 30+ years in sales, leasing, and real estate management. He has worked with community centres, big-box, street, office concourses, strip centres, land development and industrial. Don helps clients embrace omni-channel e-com solutions with state-of-the-art distribution warehouse deals.

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Executive Assistant
jgregor@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (905) 853-3580
m +1 (289) 221-2474

A graduate of McMaster University B.A. (Humanities), George Brown College (ECE) and the Kingston College (TA), Jane joined the Central Ontario office of Aurora in 2017 as an unlicensed executive assistant and office manager after a teaching career specializing in early learning and autistic spectrum studies.

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Vice President, Urban Development | Real Estate Broker
jhasen@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727
m +1 (514) 909-3300

Since joining Aurora in 2011, Joshua has specialized in landlord representation for retail spaces. Joshua’s experience includes consulting, strategizing and leasing and has worked closely with both institutional and independent landlords in the greater Montreal area. Joshua has completed over 200 retail leasing transactions during this time. Joshua’s work mainly focuses on new development and redevelopment projects as well as providing the right mix of tenants to the bases of office towers and residential buildings.

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Director | Sales Representative
hkellar-parsons@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (416) 972-9414 x 306
m +1 (647) 868-1913

With seven years of experience in commercial real estate, Hilary has developed a passion for working with industry-leading brands and emerging retailers. She provides strategic market analysis, expansion planning, site selection, tenant procurement and deal negotiation. She specializes in owners’ and tenants’ representation for high streets, shopping malls and office buildings. Prior to joining Aurora Realty Consultants, Hilary worked for an international brokerage firm in Toronto, where she negotiated retail and office leases for local, national, and international clients across Ontario in enclosed centres, new developments, pad sites, office buildings, and street front retail spaces. Hilary graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences from McGill University in Montreal.

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Director of Finance & Operations
jlewis@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727 x 222

With over 10 years of experience as a leader in finance and operations, Jonah joined Aurora in 2021 ready and eager to provide his expertise. Combining his background in retail and wholesale businesses with a dynamic and creative approach, Jonah provides everyone at Aurora with a solid foundation to rely on.

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Senior Vice-President | Real Estate Broker
mparisien@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727
m +1 (514) 627-0321

Starting with Cadillac Fairview, Manon has held executive positions with solid expertise in real estate management in office, shopping centre and urban mixed-use projects. She handles mandates globally for real estate developers and retailers and specializes in owners’ and tenants’ representation for high streets and shopping malls.

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Account Manager
jpatterson@auroraconsultants.com
m +1 (403) 462-7957

Joel started his retail career at Music World in Ontario over 3 decades ago. After growing that company to over 100 stores, he moved to Western Canada to head Store Development for the Forzani Group (Sportchek, Sports Experts, Atmosphere). Since then, he has led the Real Estate teams for such Retailers as West Marine, Vans, Disney, The Children’s Place Canada, and Canopy Growth among others. Joel has extensive experience in Canada and US in all aspects of Store Development including Real Estate, Design and Construction.

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Director of Business Development
ereynolds@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (416) 972-9414 x 305
m +1 (416) 520-9837

Evelyn has top retail executive experience with the world’s leading brands across fashion, food and retail. Her entrepreneurial vision, business savvy and creative sensibility result in strong positioning and growth for brands and retailers on both the top and bottom lines. At Aurora, Evelyn identifies and supports our international business opportunities.

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Real Estate Broker
rsalomon@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727
m +1 (514) 919-5335

Roy is a commercial leasing specialist with over 40 years experience. At Richard & Roy Salomon Inc. he acted as consultant to Place Ville Marie, Place Versailles, Brentwood Shopping Centre, Halifax Shopping Centre and Parly II in Versailles, France, among other impressive clients.

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Director, Retail Sales
kszulc@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (416) 972-9414 x 303
m +1 (416) 562-0797

Karen joined us in 2011 with a wealth of experience on both the retail and landlord side. As Real Estate Manager of Starbucks Coffee Canada for eight years, Karen was responsible for its initial penetration into the Eastern Canadian market. Rounding out her experience on the landlord side, she assisted with valuations and property management of office buildings, retail plazas and shopping malls across Canada. She is a member of OREA and ICSC.

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Broker, Account Associate
kwestover@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (514) 737-6727 x207
m +1 (450) 204-8785

Based in Aurora’s Montreal office, Kylie Westover is a young, motivated broker and account associate. With experience in sales, communication and marketing, Kylie is driven to connect with clients and offer innovative solutions. Leveraging her varied expertise, she is committed to quality service and creating value for our clients and partners.

Sales Representitive, Senior Brokerage Support
bwilson@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (416) 972-9414 x 301
m +1 (416) 904-0778

Beverly joined the Toronto office of Aurora in 2012 as Office Manager and continues to play a central role in coordinating all aspects of office operations. From site research and analysis to development of more insightful and enhanced Site and Tour packages, Beverly is the go-to person for both Account Managers and our clients.

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Vice President | British Columbia
pzimmerman@auroraconsultants.com
o +1 (604) 315-0585

Perri has an unwavering passion for retail and specializes in the Metro Vancouver market, working with some of the nation's leading landlords and tenants. Thanks to her persistence in getting the deal done, she's able to claim involvement in a vast variety of transactions in the office, industrial and retail fields.

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