LAB Holding, LLC weaves community, culture, commerce and consciousness into real estate innovation and place making. LAB, an acronym for Little American Business, specializes in assisting the newborn retail entrepreneur in setting their roots in a nurturing environment.In 1991, Shaheen Sadeghi, creator and founder of LAB Holding, LLC, transitioned from a well-respected career in the fashion industry with the VF Corporation, Gotcha Sportswear and as President of the Quiksilver action sportswear company, to create a revolutionary community for the youth culture. The LAB Anti-Mall breathed life into an abandoned factory in 1993 and offered an outlet for local students, emerging artists, musicians and like-minded retail entrepreneurs. Now more than 20 years later, the recycled LAB construction and thoughtfully selected, synergistic boutiques and restaurants attract the local community as well as international travellers from around the globe. The LAB is the creative heart of the SoBECA arts district in Costa Mesa (acronym for South on Bristol, Entertainment, Culture, Arts) boasting retail sales to rival those of nearby South Coast Plaza, the nation’s largest and most successful mall.LAB Holding grew with the construction of The CAMP eco retail campus in 2002 and now includes properties within the SoBECA District, the Anaheim Packing District, Center Street Anaheim and the historic Casino in San Clemente.Criteria for LAB Holding projects include individuality of purpose (no formulaic solutions), historic preservation, environmental sensitivity and establishment of a permanent base within each locale for a mutually-beneficial long term investment. To that end and to avoid conformity, LAB Holding does not rely on outside agencies or brokers for key operational responsibilities. Instead, LAB Holding trains and places its own staff on-site for the purpose of community relations and development, day-to-day property management and local business and tenant development.

Equity Residential (EQR) is an S&P 500 company focused on the acquisition, development and management of high-quality apartment properties in top U.S. growth markets. Equity Residential owns or has investments in more than 400 properties in 14 states and the District of Columbia. We are building value for our shareholders, residents and employees by combining the resources of a large company and a national presence with strong local management and expertise. Shares of the company are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol, EQR.Responsibilities include:Work with corporate development and investment teams to successfully create value within the growing mixed use commercial portfolio. Coordinate brokerage efforts, lease negotiation and execution, construction department efforts, and retail tenant coordination to expedite rent proforma returns. Skillfully manage consultants, entitlement efforts and budget requirements. Assist in sourcing highest quality retail partners for leasing opportunities, build internal and external customer relationships continually striving towards increasing portfolio profitability.

Archstone is one of the largest investors, developers and operators of apartment communities in the United States. As of June 30, 2011, the company owned or had an ownership position in 434 communities located in the United States and Europe, representing over 77,000 units, including units under construction. Nearly all of Archstone's portfolio is concentrated in large coastal cities, including Washington, D. C., Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, New York, Seattle, and Boston. Responsibilities include: Developed and directed all aspects of leasing and management of retail portfolio within Western region of United States. Work with regional and executive teams to align retail amenities with residential communities optimizing financial goals in each market. Maximize corporate profitability by skilfully negotiating contracts, analyzing budget requirements and managing consultants. Continually work with retail tenants, internal and external customers to strengthen business relationships and ensure complete satisfaction.

Managed leasing and assisted with development of neighborhood shopping centers in Inland area of Southern California.

Regional mall leasing