Contact Info

Phone

916.573.3317

License

CalDRE:#01499249

AREA OF EXPERTISE

Hospitality
Urban Retail
Landlord Representation
Tenant Representation
Development

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Retail
Restaurants
Hospitality
Mixed-Use Development

David Scanlon

Senior Vice President - National Retail & Hospitality

Brokerage

Bio

With over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate, David has been at the forefront of branding, marketing, leasing, and executing transformational destination projects. His expertise lies in curating and shaping vibrant, mixed-use environments that redefine urban landscapes and establish thriving commercial districts. David’s ability to blend strategic tenant curation, experiential retail activation, and large-scale project execution has made him a sought-after leader in the industry, trusted by developers to bring bold, high-impact developments to life.

Throughout his career, David has played a pivotal role in some of the most recognizable and successful urban projects, including Downtown Commons (DoCo) in Sacramento, China Live in San Francisco, and Ice Blocks in Midtown Sacramento. Each of these developments represents a unique fusion of retail, hospitality, entertainment, and urban living, and David’s work has been instrumental in positioning them as cultural and economic landmarks. His deep understanding of how branding, leasing, and placemaking intersect has allowed him to create high-energy, experience-driven environments that attract both businesses and consumers.

David’s approach is data-driven and market-focused, ensuring that every tenant selection, marketing strategy, and activation plan is designed to maximize long-term value for the project. His ability to identify emerging trends, secure first-to-market brands, and craft compelling brand narratives has helped shape some of the most successful mixed-use destinations in California. By leveraging strong industry relationships, market analytics, and strategic execution, he ensures that each project is not just built, but truly brought to life as a destination.

David brings his proven track record of success to help shape transformative, next-generation developments. His experience in executing large-scale, urban-defining projects will be critical in positioning Northern California’s premier new lifestyle and commercial destinations.

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