Business Details
24 Years
experience
Retail Leasing Experts Calgary
Taurus Property Group is a dedicated consulting firm specializing in retail and mixed-use real estate, committed to delivering exceptional service with integrity and honesty. We prioritize long-term relationships with clients by focusing on sustainable asset value creation and maintaining industry-leading expertise. Our team combines global insights with local market knowledge to provide objective advice tailored to urban retail and mixed-use projects. With a proven track record, we specialize in leasing, merchandising planning, and development consultation, ensuring optimal tenant mixes and financial outcomes. Our cultural values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork drive our approach to client collaboration and problem-solving.We advocate exclusively for landlords and developers, offering unbiased representation grounded in decades of collective experience. Through continuous education and market analysis, we stay ahead of industry trends to deliver strategic solutions. Our services extend to asset management, acquisition/disposition, and retail feasibility studies, supporting clients throughout project lifecycles. By fostering deep relationships with tenants and brokers, we create vibrant retail environments that benefit communities. Our commitment to transparency and value-driven service has established us as trusted advisors in Western Canada's retail real estate sector.
Services
Retail Leasing
Merchandising Planning
Development Consultation
Acquisition & Disposition
Asset Management
Leasing Administration
Market Analysis
Tenant Negotiations
Retail Feasibility Studies
Property Marketing
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We exclusively represent landlords and developers with unbiased advocacy
- Our team combines global retail insights with deep local market knowledge
- Proven track record creating successful retail centers since 2002
- Specialized expertise in urban mixed-use property merchandising strategies
- Senior partners provide dedicated service with decades of combined experience
What people say
Proven track record
Market expertise
Professional service
Strategic solutions
Tenant relationships
Services
Retail Leasing
We specialize in securing qualified tenants for retail properties through strategic marketing and negotiation. Our team manages lease renewals, relocations, and new tenant acquisitions while maintaining focus on long-term asset value. With deep market knowledge, we create leasing strategies that align with property goals and community needs.
Merchandising Planning
Our experts develop strategic merchandising mixes to enhance retail center performance. We analyze market trends and consumer behavior to create complementary tenant combinations that drive foot traffic and maximize sales potential for property owners across various retail formats.
Development Consultation
We provide comprehensive guidance from project inception through completion, including site selection, design consultation, and financial analysis. Our development services help clients navigate the complexities of retail and mixed-use property creation while ensuring market viability and profitability.
Asset Management
Our asset management services focus on optimizing property performance through proactive leasing strategies and market positioning. We deliver regular performance analysis and strategic recommendations to enhance value for retail property owners and institutional investors.
Acquisition & Disposition
We assist clients with strategic property acquisitions and dispositions, leveraging market insights to identify opportunities and execute transactions. Our services include market analysis, due diligence support, and negotiation expertise to maximize investment returns.
People
Bernie Bayer
Senior Partner
Co-founder with 25+ years experience in retail real estate, specializing in urban retail strategy and institutional client representation. Former CBRE executive with deep Calgary market knowledge.
Paul McCloy
Senior Partner
Co-founder bringing 25+ years of experience in retail leasing and development. Former Director of Retail Leasing at O&Y Enterprise with expertise in market analysis and tenant mix optimization.
Bonnie Cooke
Vice President, Leasing
30+ years experience in retail leasing with expertise in Calgary's commercial real estate market. Former roles at Cadillac Fairview and Calgary Airport Authority, focusing on tenant negotiations and portfolio expansion.
Heather Wietzel
Leasing Associate
Transitioned from law enforcement to real estate with focus on tenant acquisition. Specializes in identifying qualified retailers for vacant spaces while leveraging community engagement skills developed through municipal enforcement experience.
Krystal Grywacheski
Director, Leasing Administration
15+ years in real estate with legal background enhancing lease documentation processes. Manages leasing administration and contract negotiations, previously with Hopewell Development Corporation and Calgary law firms.
Questions
What services does Taurus Property Group offer?
We specialize in retail leasing, merchandising planning, development consultation, asset management, and acquisition/disposition services for mixed-use properties.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
Our primary focus is Calgary and surrounding areas in Alberta, with select projects across Western Canada.
What property types do you handle?
We work with enclosed shopping centers, open-format retail centers, and mixed-use developments containing retail components.
How does Taurus approach tenant selection?
We create strategic merchandising mixes using market analysis to maximize sales potential and tenant compatibility.
What experience does your team have?
Our senior partners have over 50 combined years in retail real estate, with expertise in leasing, development, and property management.
