Verena Matsugu
About Verena Matsugu
Verena Matsugu serves as the General Manager at Centrecorp Management Services Limited, overseeing operations at Promenade Shopping Centre. With a background in property management and marketing, she has extensive experience managing large retail environments and vendor contracts.
Current Role at Centrecorp Management Services Limited
Verena Matsugu serves as the General Manager at Centrecorp Management Services Limited, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she manages the operations of Promenade Shopping Centre, which spans 879,000 square feet. Her responsibilities include overseeing a team of 16 individuals, consisting of 6 direct and 10 indirect reports. She is also accountable for preparing and managing the shopping centre's budget, ensuring efficient financial operations.
Previous Experience in Property Management
Prior to her current position, Verena Matsugu worked at Davpart Inc. as a Shopping Centre Manager from 2011 to 2017. During her tenure, she managed operations at Gerrard Square in Toronto. Earlier in her career, she held the role of Marketing Coordinator at RioCan Property Services from 2005 to 2011, where she contributed to the marketing strategies for Orillia Square. Additionally, she served as an International Services Assistant at Brock University from 2002 to 2003.
Educational Background
Verena Matsugu has a strong educational foundation in media and communications. She earned an Honours BA in Media & Culture Communications from Brock University, studying from 1999 to 2003. She also studied Marketing & Public Relations at Glasgow Caledonian University for one year, from 2001 to 2002. This diverse academic background supports her expertise in property management and marketing.
Professional Certifications and Skills
Verena Matsugu holds a BOMI International Property Management Financial Proficiency Certificate, which enhances her qualifications in property management. Her skills include preparing, tendering, reviewing, and overseeing contracts with various third-party vendors. She manages a shopping centre that accommodates over 150 retail tenants and 30 office tenants, demonstrating her capability in handling complex operational tasks.