Management and development of retail real estate specialist MEC has announced the creation of a new department: Business & Project Development (BPD). This move marks a significant step in MEC’s growth strategy, as the new division will identify market opportunities, develop tailored site strategies, and support the long-term evolution of commercial properties in close collaboration with the company’s operational teams.
The BPD unit is led by Jörg Wege, an experienced urban planner and project developer with a strong background in the interaction between retail properties and their urban environments. “Business & Project Development brings together MEC’s operational expertise with a strategic lens,” Wege explained. “Today, owners and investors are looking for more than reliable property management. They seek partners who can identify urban trends and balance the interests of owners, tenants, consumers, and municipalities.”
Integrated Strategy and Collaboration
Rather than operating in isolation, BPD works in tandem with MEC’s core operational areas—including center management, leasing, and property management—to provide a strategic framework for site development. By combining first-hand local insights with leasing dynamics and owner expectations, BPD aims to deliver holistic development strategies.
The department’s remit extends well beyond leasing and spatial adjustments. It integrates project and asset strategies, urban planning feasibility, regulatory processes, usage concepts, and specific client demands into a unified strategic approach. “Our strength lies in interdisciplinary collaboration,” Wege emphasized. “Working hand-in-hand with our operational teams is not a bonus—it’s an essential part of our daily and strategic work.”
Growth with Purpose
Through BPD, MEC aims to actively shape its acquisition strategy and support the company’s expansion while maintaining a strong emphasis on service quality and trusted client relationships. The new division will continuously adapt its service portfolio to the evolving needs of locations and investors, offering customized solutions tailored to individual projects.
“We’re growing with intention. That means every solution must meet our quality standards and be designed for long-term partnerships,” said MEC COO Christian Schröder. “Business & Project Development plays a key role here by merging strategic thinking, market insight, and site expertise.”
With this structural evolution, MEC is positioning itself to respond more flexibly and strategically to the shifting demands of the retail real estate market, further strengthening its role as a forward-thinking partner for property owners and investors alike.
