Mark Smith is an experienced Senior Vice President of Commercial Development at HSM Equity Partners, Inc., specializing in the development and renovation of retail centers. As the population in surrounding suburban areas continues to rapidly grow, Mr. Smith has capitalized on this trend, identifying and acting upon the opportunity to develop small-to-medium upscale shopping centers in these regions. His focus is now primarily on locating viable retail sites for purchase and development within two years as well as existing retail buildings that offer strong growth potential. He has recently expanded his operations to include the acquisition of industrial land for investment and development within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, targeting areas that accommodate 30,000 – 100,000 sq. ft. buildings. As a leader with a keen eye for detail, Mr. Smith is continually assessing new opportunities and exploring innovative ways to leverage them for his clients’ benefit.