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Rowan Hicks

Rowan Hicks


Vice President, Industrial Sales, Beedie



Professional Overview
Rowan Hicks is an experienced real estate executive with a proven track record of driving sales and revenue growth in the industrial sector. As the Vice President of Industrial Sales at Beedie, he is responsible for leading a team of sales professionals, developing innovative strategies to attract and retain top-tier clients, and expanding the company's industrial real estate portfolio.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Vice President of Industrial Sales at Beedie, Rowan oversees all aspects of the company's industrial leasing and sales activities. He is instrumental in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends, fostering strong relationships with key industry partners, and implementing data-driven strategies to enhance the organization's competitive edge. Under his leadership, Beedie has experienced a significant increase in industrial lease renewals and a 15% year-over-year growth in new industrial leasing agreements.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Rowan held several senior positions at Beedie, including Director of Industrial Sales and Senior Manager of Sales & Leasing. In these roles, he demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of the industrial real estate market, and a talent for driving operational efficiencies. Before joining Beedie, Rowan gained valuable experience as a Leasing Manager at Onni Group of Companies, where he was responsible for securing long-term leases with a diverse portfolio of industrial and commercial clients.

Academic Background
Rowan holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia, with a specialization in Real Estate and Urban Land Economics. During his time at UBC, he was actively involved in the Real Estate Club and received the Dean's Honors List award for academic excellence.

Areas of Expertise
  • Industrial real estate leasing and sales

  • Strategic market analysis and forecasting

  • Client relationship management and negotiation

  • Team leadership and talent development

  • Data-driven decision making and performance optimization


Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Rowan has played a pivotal role in shaping Beedie's industrial real estate strategy. He has spearheaded several high-profile initiatives, including the development of a cutting-edge customer relationship management (CRM) system and the implementation of a comprehensive training program for the sales team. These efforts have contributed to Beedie's industry-leading client satisfaction ratings and a significant increase in the company's market share within the industrial real estate sector.

Conclusion
With his extensive industry experience, strategic mindset, and strong leadership skills, Rowan Hicks is poised to continue driving Beedie's growth and innovation in the industrial real estate market. His commitment to excellence, coupled with his ability to adapt to changing market conditions, make him a valuable asset to the organization and a respected leader in the industry.