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A national retail industry leader, Jackie Soffer serves as Co-Chairman & CEO for Turnberry Associates, one of America’s premier real estate developers. Among Jackie Soffers’s numerous properties are Aventura Mall, a centerpiece of the community and one of the top-grossing shopping centers in the United States. This architectural and design gem includes a growing collection of the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Over the past few years, Jackie has been integral in the evolution of Aventura Mall’s retailer mix to meet the demands of its discerning global customers. She has attracted to Aventura Mall a two-story flagship Louis Vuitton Maison, as well as boutiques from Cartier, Burberry, Fendi, Tiffany, & Co., Rolex, and many more. A number of other dynamic initiatives being overseen by Jackie will further establish the shopping center as one of the world’s top shopping centers. In addition, Jackie Soffer directed a major expansion of Turnberry Associates’ award-winning Destin Commons, which has set the standard for open-air lifestyle centers in Florida’s Panhandle since opening a decade ago. The expansion is anchored by the area’s first H&M, along with two dozen additional retailers and restaurants. Jackie also is helping spearhead the continued transformation of Fontainebleau Miami Beach, the revered landmark and symbol of style and sophistication, as well as Turnberry Isle Miami, a legendary championship golf and spa retreat. An avid, long-time collector, Jackie Soffer founded Turnberry for the Arts, a cultural initiative that gives back to the community by displaying works from leading contemporary artists and creating a unique experience for the public. Aventura Mall features pieces from such renowned artists as Louise Bourgeois, Jorge Pardo, Daniel Arsham and Jaume Plensa. And, under Jackie’s curatorial guidance, the Fontainebleau has become a significant showcase for important contemporary art with pieces by Ai Wei Wei, Tracy Emin and James Turrell. A graduate of The University of Colorado, Jackie Soffer serves as a Member of the Board of Trustees for the Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami. She is a Board Member of Fontainebleau Miami Beach and was recently appointed as an Independent Director on the Board of Washington Prime Group, which will be one of the most diversified portfolios of shopping centers in the U.S. retail real estate industry, initially comprised of 98 properties totaling 53 million square feet in 23 states.

Mr. Beard co-founded Westdale in 1991 as a start-up and subsidiary of Canada-based Westdale, to pursue and sponsor investments in distressed commercial and multifamily properties. Owned and controlled with a large Canadian family office co-investment partner, Westdale has consummated over 300 acquisitions while creating a nationwide real estate investment, property management, leasing, and construction firm. Based in Dallas, Westdale and its 1200 employees operate from six regional offices located in Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Atlanta, Charlotte, and Chicago. Controlling a capital base in excess of $5 billion, Westdale currently manages or has previously managed equity investments committed by a broad base of institutional investors, including many leading global fund sponsors, such as GE Capital, CarVal, and Sterling Equities, along with a variety of family offices.

Keith Dean CPA is a Managing Principal at Association CFOS and Consultants, CFO at Florida TaxWatch, and Chief Executive Officer at Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS and is based in Tallahassee Florida Area. He has worked as Chief Financial Officer at Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA) and Chief Financial Officer at Florida Network of Youth and Family Services. Keith attended Florida State University.

Tim is Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President. Prior to being named CEO effective January 2012, Tim served as President since February 2005, where he was responsible for the performance and coordination of various activities including Development, Redevelopment, Construction, Acquisitions, Dispositions, Asset Management, and Property Operations. Prior to becoming President, Tim served in a variety of capacities with the company, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Investment Officer and Regional Vice-President of Development and Acquisitions. Tim has been with the company or its predecessors since 1989. Tim is a member of the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT), where he serves on the Board of Governors, the Real Estate Round Table, the National Multi-Housing Council (NMHC), where he serves on the Executive Committee, and the Multifamily Product Council of the Urban Land Institute (ULI). Tim received his MBA from Harvard Business School and earned his undergraduate degree in Economics from the University of Virginia, where he graduated with High Distinction and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa.