David Cooper

Specialties & Capabilities

• Standard Residential Closings

Languages Spoken

English

Retail Planning Corporation, founded in 1988, is a leading commercial real estate firm specializing in grocery-anchored shopping center development, particularly with Kroger and Publix. Over the years, RPC has evolved into a fully integrated real estate company, offering comprehensive services that include ground-up development, redevelopment of existing properties, and expert construction management. They are also highly sought after for their full-service third-party leasing and management team. The company stands as one of the largest management entities in the Southeast within this specialized asset category, overseeing 54 shopping centers that total over 5.5 million square feet of retail space, valued at an impressive $1 billion.

RPC's extensive knowledge in retail development, management, and leasing has earned the trust of some of the largest institutional investors across the United States. Their services are meticulously designed to meet diverse real estate goals. The Leasing team is dedicated to superior client service, focusing on tenant retention, aggressive marketing to fill vacancies, and identifying opportunities to generate additional cash flow. Their approach is backed by creativity, experience, quality research, and superior market knowledge.

The Property Management team excels in overseeing daily operations for both third-party managed and owned properties, providing comprehensive services in property operations and accounting. Their primary goal is to maximize investment value while ensuring a high-quality environment for tenants and customers. Furthermore, RPC's Development team manages every aspect of the development process, from initial site identification and project development to redevelopment, special projects for retailers, and fostering strong tenant relationships. David Cooper serves as the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel, contributing to the firm's strategic and legal oversight. RPC primarily operates in Georgia and Florida, with properties spanning various counties like Cobb, Gwinnett, Duval, and Fayette, often anchored by major retailers such as Publix, Kroger, and Aldi.