Westwood Financial is a premier, fully-integrated real estate investment platform with a portfolio of 72 shopping centers primarily concentrated in California, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, North Carolina, and Georgia. Westwood has owned and operated neighborhood and community shopping centers for nearly 50 years, beginning with a collection of small, West-Los Angeles strip centers and growing into a portfolio of over 150 primarily grocery-anchored and service-oriented shopping centers. Steven Fogel and Howard Banchik who serve as Co-Chairs on the Board of Directors along with three independent Directors, founded the company in 1970 out of a desire to provide investors and partners with stable, income-producing real estate investments. That focus continues today.
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Hop into the weekend with some tail-wagging fun! 🐰🌸 Our special guests are celebrating the season with a paws-itively adorable time at our themed PetHotel parties. Bunnies aren’t the only ones hopping around—these pups are ready for springtime snuggles and sunshine! 🌷🐾 #LifeAtPetSmart #SpringVibes #PetHotelParty #BunnySeason
🌍 Happy Earth Day from Westwood Financial! 🌿 We're throwing it back to one of our favorite company-wide volunteer events — the Westwood Cleanup Initiative — where our teams from coast to coast came together to make a difference. 🧤 City of Los Angeles joined Heal the Bay to keep our coastlines clean 🌳 City of Atlanta rolled up their sleeves at Piedmont Park Conservancy 🌊 City of Dallas helped restore the shoreline at White Rock Lake 🦸♀️ City of Phoenix teamed up with HandsOn Phoenix, creating 'Sweet Dreams' kits and Superhero capes for displaced children #Sustainability is more than a buzzword — it’s about showing up for our communities, our planet, and each other. Today (and every day), we’re proud to invest in the spaces we share — from neighborhood shopping centers to local parks. 💚 Here’s to greener choices, cleaner spaces, and a future worth celebrating. #EarthDay #WestwoodCleansUp #SustainabilityInAction #RetailWithPurpose #WestwoodFinancial
💡 Have a dream to open a store? 👇 Our leasing and executive team shares 4 must-know tips to set you up for success—from vision to ribbon cutting: 1️⃣ Start with a Business Plan A great concept gets attention—but a business plan gets the deal approved. It’s your first impression and your roadmap to success. “A business plan is your first impression. It shows you’ve done your homework and are prepared to operate successfully.” — Katherine Allen, Director of National Accounts 2️⃣ Know Your Target Customer Location is everything—but only if your customer is there. Understanding local demographics, foot traffic, and habits is key. “It’s not just about location—it’s about knowing if your customer is there. That insight can make or break a deal.” — Tara Borysiak, Senior Regional Leasing Director 3️⃣ Understand the Financial Commitment Leasing a space comes with a few added costs beyond rent — like signage, build-out, staffing, and marketing. Having a full picture of expenses helps set realistic expectations and smooth your path to success. “Rent is only one piece. Build-out, marketing, and staffing add up—budget wisely for long-term performance.” — Juyuan Wei, Chief Financial Officer 4️⃣ Treat Your Landlord Like a Partner When landlords and tenants work as partners, everyone wins. Collaboration leads to smoother deals and better long-term outcomes. “The best outcomes happen when both sides collaborate. Tenants who engage as partners see the biggest wins.” — Lauren Ball, Chief Operating Officer 💬 Thinking about launching your business in one of our centers? Let’s chat. 🧠 Save this post for later or tag someone who needs to see it! #WestwoodFinancial #RetailTips #BusinessPlanning #CREAdvice #LeasingInsights #LeadershipVoices #OpenForBusiness #CRE #Retail
Flashback Friday from ICSC ✨ We’re officially ONE MONTH out from ICSC City of Las Vegas — and this year, Westwood’s bringing the energy 🎯 Our Sip. Play. Win. Happy Hour is back and better than ever — with $3,000 in prizes up for grabs, including: 🥽 Meta Smart Glasses 🎧 Beats by Dre Headphones 📱 Apple AirPods 💻 iPad Air 💳 Visa Gift Cards ($100 & $200) 🍸 Sip with us. ⛳ Play mini putt + our version of Hot Shot. 🏆 Win prizes and bragging rights. Last year, you crushed some BINGO during our Blast4Cash raffle. This year? We’re leveling up. 🙌 Special shoutout to everyone who joined us in 2024 (including Doug Howell’s fierce competitor pictured here 💪) — we hope to see you again… and bring a friend! 📍Find us at Booth #3766J — drinks, games, and good deals await. #ICSC2025 #RetailRealEstate #WestwoodFinancial #SipPlayWin #ICSCReady #CRECommunity #FlashbackFriday
Big signage. Bigger visibility. 📍 LBJ Freeway Center 4141 LBJ Freeway, City of Dallas TX This is more than just retail space—it’s a rare opportunity to claim your spot in one of Dallas’ most highly trafficked corridors, with direct frontage on I-635 and a 3-mile average household income of $156,500. ✨ 18,023 SF freestanding retail building 👀 Pylon signage + unmatched highway exposure 🚗 Over 100K combined VPD across LBJ & Midway 🧭 134K+ residents within 3 miles Why it works: This site is all about visibility, access, and potential. Whether you're looking to launch, expand, or reintroduce your brand—this location gives you the audience to do it right. 📩 Let’s connect – contact Mark Wohlstadter at mark@westfin.com for more information on this leasing opportunity. #leasingopportunity #retail #cre #availablespace #retailre
Trends shift. Consumer habits evolve. But one thing remains constant: Grocery-anchored centers continue to deliver. At Westwood Financial, we focus on retail centers built around daily needs. Whether we own the anchor or it’s a shadow anchor, grocery remains the cornerstone of a thriving tenant lineup. 📍 The Market at Lake Houston, located in the Houston MSA, is a perfect example: 🛒 Anchored by H-E-B 🎯 Shadow-anchored by Target and Lowe's Companies, Inc. 💅 Tenants include Milan Laser Hair Removal, Sally Beauty, VIP Nails, and Subway 📢 And—one final space remains available for lease 💬 CFO Juyuan Wei shares: “During the pandemic, grocery-anchored retail proved its staying power. These centers meet everyday needs, and that reliability builds long-term value for tenants and communities alike.” 👥 COO Lauren Ball adds: “A trusted grocery anchor brings consistent foot traffic and shopper loyalty. It allows us to build a lineup of services and experiences that complement real-life routines.” Grocery isn’t just a necessity—it’s a strategy. 💭 What grocery anchor do you trust most in your weekly routine? ➡️ Follow Westwood Financial for leasing insights, investment strategy, and retail success stories. #CRE #Retail #RetailInsights #CRERetail #ThoughtLeadership
🎉 Today we’re celebrating 4 incredible years of leadership, insight, and heart from our COO, Lauren Ball. From guiding our national leasing and property management teams to championing grocery-anchored strategy and speaking at industry events like ICSC, Lauren continues to shape the future of Westwood Financial—and the retail industry at large. Her approach is grounded in collaboration, driven by data, and elevated by a passion for people. Whether she’s mentoring rising talent or speaking on stage about the future of retail, Lauren leads with purpose and clarity. “My passion is people - and I am in the business of people.” To mark the moment, we’re sharing a short video where Lauren reflects on how she got her start in leasing—and what’s kept her in the industry ever since. 🎬 This story is part of our new series: Leading Westwood: Executive Perspectives with Lauren & Juyuan A closer look at the journeys, values, and leadership driving our business forward. 👇 Watch the video & help us celebrate Lauren in the comments! 👏 Congratulations on 4 years, Lauren—and thank you for everything you do to drive our mission forward! #LeadingWestwood #ExecutivePerspectives #LaurenBall #WestwoodFinancial #Leadership #WorkAnniversary #WomenInCRE #RetailRealEstate #ICSC
🥖 Feature Friday: Proof Artisan Bread at Paradise Hills What started as a pandemic project turned into one of City of Phoenix’s most beloved artisan bakeries—and we’re proud to have them as part of our tenant community. At Paradise Hills, Proof Artisan Bread is more than just a bakery. It’s a destination. A place where hand-crafted sourdough, local flavor, and neighborhood connection all rise together. When we acquired Paradise Hills, we knew it had potential—but it’s tenants like Proof that bring it to life. ✅ Essential retail ✅ Community-focused ✅ Unmatched quality As COO Lauren Ball often says: “The best-performing centers are the ones that reflect and serve the people around them.” 💻 Read the full story of Proof’s journey on our blog: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ekgTQ6bA For leasing opportunities, please contact David M. at dmitroff@westfin.com. #FeatureFriday #RetailSuccess #WestwoodFinancial #ParadiseHills #PhoenixRetail #ProofArtisanBread #CommunityRetail #GroceryAnchored
#ThrowbackThursday to one of our favorite moments from last year’s ICSC 💬💼 Amazing people. Great convos. Even better memories. This year? We’re turning it up a notch. 📍 ICSC 2025 — North Hall, Booth #3766J New layout. Same Westwood energy. And with only 5 weeks to go, we’re ready to thrive and connect with the best in the biz. ✨ HAPPY HOUR ALERT – 4 PM at our booth 🍹 Cold drinks 🎯 Games & giveaways 🤝 Real connections 🎉 Good vibes only Whether you're walking the floor or closing deals—come take a breather with us, raise a glass, and recharge. Let’s make this the ICSC we’ll all be talking about. See you there! #ICSC #WestwoodFinancial #CRE #Networking #RetailRealEstate #Booth3766J #HappyHourHangout #GameOn
🚨 Thought Leadership Spotlight 🚨 We’re proud to see Lauren Ball, Chief Operating Officer at Westwood Financial, featured in Commercial Property Executive — offering her take on the resilience and relevance of neighborhood retail in today’s market. 💬 🗣️ “We have long anticipated the enduring appeal of neighborhood retail, strategically cultivating a portfolio of grocery-anchored shopping centers in the fastest-growing markets across the Sun Belt.” Lauren, alongside our CFO Juyuan Wei has been instrumental in steering Westwood’s strategic growth — including raising $325M+ in investor capital over the past five years. Together, their leadership continues to position Westwood as a trusted operator in the retail real estate space. 📖 Check out the full article here: https://bit.ly/42eWAjv 👏 Join us in celebrating Lauren and Juyuan for their continued leadership and commitment to delivering strong results in evolving markets. #CRE #RetailRealEstate #ThoughtLeadership #WestwoodFinancial #GroceryAnchored #Leadership #SunBeltGrowth