Thomas Prestes

Thomas Prestes is an accomplished professional in the real estate sector with extensive experience in managing real estate operations and strategic growth initiatives across various companies. Currently serving as AVP - Real Estate at KnitWell Group since September 2022, Prestes has previously held notable positions including Sr. Real Estate Manager at Amazon and Showroom Director at Robert Brown Interior Design, where responsibilities included managing showroom operations and developing client relationships. Earlier roles included Head of Real Estate at ALEX AND ANI, where management of corporate real estate and construction led to the approval of 16 new locations, and Director of Real Estate at Teavana, with a successful record of opening over 32 new stores generating significant first-year sales. Earlier career highlights also include directing real estate functions at Gap Inc., contributing to substantial growth in a mid-Atlantic region portfolio. Prestes holds a BA in Business Administration from Clark University.