Sauer Properties Promotes Marshall French to Serve as President
French has over 15 years of experience in commercial real estate development, acquisition, and management. He has led the land use, entitlements, design, and construction management process to develop large-scale retail, mixed-use, and industrial projects.
“Marshall is the best person to fill this role and we’re thrilled that he will lead the Sauer Properties team,” said Brad Sauer Sr., Chairman of the Board of Directors for Sauer Properties. “He will help to ensure that the company continues to build on our strong legacy through long-term investments with an eye on strategic and intentional growth.”
Prior to joining Sauer Properties, French served as a Development and Construction Manager for National Real Estate Development overseeing large-scale, mixed-used developments in Philadelphia, PA. He also previously worked as a Project Manager for Clark Construction Group based in Washington, D.C.
“I’m honored to accept this role and build on the long history of success at Sauer Properties,” said French. “As someone born and raised in Richmond, I’m of course familiar with this company and the Sauer family. It’s a privilege to be a part of that legacy and continue this incredible work.”
Sauer Properties traces its roots to The C.F. Sauer Company, which was established in Richmond in 1887. The real estate firm’s portfolio encompasses over 1.9 million square feet of retail, office, medical, manufacturing and industrial assets, as well as land suitable for development. Sauer Properties currently has over 600,000 square feet in active development.
Among the firm’s notable holdings in the Richmond region include The Sauer Center, Libbie Place, Cary Court, Sauer Industrial Center, and Festival at Midlothian (under redevelopment).
Sauer Properties also recently moved to a new and expanded office for its team. The new office is located at 1840 West Broad Street, a historic building in The Sauer Center mixed-use development in the city of Richmond. The office is about 5,800 square feet and allows the firm to continue its organic and intentional growth.
“We’re excited about the move to this new space,” said French. “It’s especially fitting because this office is located in the building that was the first historic tax credit project that Sauer Properties undertook at The Sauer Center. This move highlights our team’s deep commitment to long-term investment in our projects and surrounding communities.”
About Sauer Properties, Inc.
Sauer Properties, Inc. is a private real estate company based in Richmond, Virginia that specializes in commercial real estate development and investment. Tracing its roots to The C.F. Sauer Company, which was established in 1887, Sauer Properties has a proven track record of success developing landmark properties and managing those assets for generations. For more information, visit https://sauerpropertiesinc.com.