David Cheikin

David Cheikin is currently the Senior Vice President of Strategic Real Estate Initiatives at Columbia Property Trust. Cheikin has over two decades of experience in the commercial real estate industry. Prior to joining Columbia Property Trust, they served as Executive Vice President and Head of the New York & Boston Regions for Brookfield Properties. In this role, Cheikin was responsible for the performance of Brookfield's 25 million square foot commercial portfolio, including asset management, office leasing, retail leasing, property marketing, property operations and on site arts / activation.

Prior to joining Brookfield Properties, Cheikin worked for JLL as an Analyst/Associate in their Corporate Advisory Services/Tenant Representation Group/Valuation and Appraisal Services. Cheikin's experience and expertise in the commercial real estate industry has made him a valuable asset to Columbia Property Trust.

David Cheikin has a Master of Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics / Environmental Studies from University of Rochester. David also has a certification from New York State Licensed Real Estate Sales Person.

David Cheikin reports to E. Nelson Mills, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director. Some of their coworkers include Wendy Gill - SVP, Corporate Operations & Chief Accounting Officer, David Dowdney - SVP, Head of Leasing, and Linda Bolan - SVP, National Property Management & Sustainability.