Speedwell Development names new Leasing Director

11
Feb
2025
News - Speedwell Development names new Leasing Director #Andreea Comșa #career #Didier Balcaen #Maria Jianu #Romania #Speedwell

by Property Forum | Career

Speedwell Development has appointed Maria Jianu as its new Leasing Director, tasked with growing the tenant portfolio and strengthening strategic partnerships for projects such as Queens District, SpacePlus and Paltim.


With over seven years of experience in the real estate industry, she has managed leasing strategies for over 300,000 sqm of office space.

In her new role, she will develop strategies to attract renowned brands and emerging companies, contributing to the creation of dynamic communities within the company's projects. Furthermore, Jianu will work closely with Speedwell's Commercial Director Andreea Comșa.

"Her impressive track record and professional experience, along with her dynamism and enthusiasm, perfectly reflect the values we promote," says Didier Balcaen, Co-Founder and CEO of Speedwell Development.

Jianu will also be involved in future developments, including the mixed-use project located on the site of the former 1 IUNIE S.A factory and the regeneration project of the former Griro platform - CityZen.

She has previously worked for local and international developers such as Genesis Property, Skanska and Vastint, according to her LinkedIn profile.

Speedwell's portfolio includes approximately 150,000 sqm of office and retail space, over 6,000 apartments and 23,000 sqm of industrial space, with a total project value estimated at €1.5 billion.




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