Trained in market research and urban planning, Merrie was drawn to real estate development out of graduate school. Over the last 2 decades, Merrie has had the privilege to learn from some of the best local development companies in our market, gaining experience in project management, entitlement work, and finance. Today she specializes in off-market site selection, feasibility and financial analysis focused on business strategy. Merrie is adept at negotiating on her clients’ behalf to align their real estate investments with their business goals. She is a co-founder of WIRED UP (Women in Real Estate Development) and sponsors the Urban Land Institute's Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDi).