Continental Realty Corporation has hired JD Brakefield as Director of Property Management in the firm’s Commercial Division. In his new role, Brakefield will oversee the property management functions of Continental’s commercial portfolio of 12 retail shopping centers located throughout Maryland, Florida, Alabama and Missouri. Brakefield was formerly Senior Property Manager for The Rappaport Companies and has held property management positions with PREIT and Elysian Partners. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Clarion University and is a member of several professional organizations including the International Council of Shopping Centers.
“JD brings extensive property management experience to our company, coupled with the demonstrated ability to manage significant capital projects, which represents an area of continued activity at Continental Realty,” said David Donato, Senior Vice President of Continental Realty Corporation. “His style is hands-on, and he has a track record as a problem-solver. JD is just what Continental needs at this point in the company’s growth, and we are excited to have him aboard.”
