Samantha Merrell

Samantha Merrell currently serves as Senior Director of Leasing at Federal Realty Investment Trust, a position held since October 2025. Before this role, Samantha gained extensive experience at Centennial, where responsibilities included VP of National Leasing, Director of National Leasing, and Leasing Manager, focusing on strategic merchandising and leasing across multiple properties. Previous positions include Leasing Manager for National Accounts at CBL Properties, Leasing Representative at Westfield, and various internships in leasing and marketing. Samantha holds a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication and is known for developing successful philanthropy events and overseeing significant leasing strategies throughout a diverse portfolio.