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entennial, a national retail real‑estate owner and operator, has secured the management contract for Galleria Fort Lauderdale, a premier super‑regional mall in South Florida. The company will deliver full‑service property management, marketing, and accounting to keep the center running smoothly during the transition to its new owners—GFO Investments and InSite Group, partnered with Atlas Hill Real Estate and Prime Finance.
“We’re honored to be chosen to manage Galleria Fort Lauderdale,” said Paul Kurzawa, Centennial’s president. “Our reputation as a trusted third‑party operator across the country positions us to help the new owners transform the mall into South Florida’s leading retail and entertainment destination.”
The Galleria, which opened in the early 1980s, has long been a shopping, dining, and entertainment hub for the region. Its prime East Sunrise Boulevard location—near waterways, downtown Fort Lauderdale, and the beaches—offers a solid foundation for revitalization that honors the city’s heritage while embracing modern urban trends.
Jim Heilmann, the newly appointed senior general manager, welcomed the change: “We’re excited to start this new chapter. Working closely with retailers, we’ll keep the Galleria a place where the community can shop, gather, and create memorable experiences.”
Centennial’s comprehensive third‑party management approach blends strategic merchandising, experiential marketing, customized placemaking, community engagement, and digital innovation. Its in‑house teams help owners maximize operational performance, boost revenue, and plan for long‑term value.
Today, Centennial manages 25 million square feet of mixed‑use destinations across 18 states. Notable properties under its stewardship include Arden Fair (Sacramento), Bella Terra (Huntington Beach), Liberty Center (Liberty Township), MarketFair (Princeton), Mission Valley (San Diego), Pacific City (Huntington Beach), Promenade Saucon Valley (Center Valley), Providence Place (Providence), The Summit (Birmingham), and The Shops at North Bridge (Chicago). For a full portfolio, visit https://centennialrec.com/retail-places/centennial-collection.
Galleria Fort Lauderdale is anchored by Macy’s, Dillard’s, and H&M, and features retailers such as Altar'd State, Apple, Banana Republic, Free People, Michael Kors, and Pandora. Dining options include The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, and P.F. Chang’s. Located just steps from Fort Lauderdale’s beaches and minutes from the airport, cruise port, downtown, hotels, and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, the mall is easily accessible via Sunrise Boulevard, U.S. Highway 1, I‑95, I‑595, and U.S. Highway A1A. More information is available at https://galleriamall-fl.com.
Centennial is a retail‑real‑estate investment firm that operates a national portfolio of shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed‑use destinations, supported by a full‑service property‑management platform for third‑party owners. With over 300 employees nationwide, the company has managed 25 million square feet in 18 states since 1997, shaping the evolution of American retail by creating superior, community‑focused shopping experiences. Visit CentennialREC.com for more details.
