aaron.degroot@cwstevenson.ca
Aaron DeGroot is the of President for Cushman & Wakefield | Stevenson. Those that know him would attest that Aaron is tireless when it comes to building a strong culture and driving an exceptional client experience. Under his leadership, CW Stevenson is reinvigorating the commercial real estate industry in Winnipeg – and beyond.
Aaron has been with the company since 2007, first specializing in Commercial Real Estate Consulting, Valuation and Market Analysis. Aaron has authored and co-authored a number of feasibility and market studies that laid the groundwork for some transformational projects in the community. They include the SHED district in Downtown Winnipeg, the Railside Development Area for the Forks Development Corporation, and a supply and demand analysis for the University of Manitoba’s Southwood Lands.
In 2017, Aaron was appointed to the board of directors of the Appraisal Institute of Canada – Manitoba Chapter. Although this is a prestigious honour, Aaron says that his proudest moment over the past 13 years was when he and his wife Julie became parents to their 4 year old son, William.
In addition to spending time with his family, Aaron is passionate about supporting the community he lives and works in. He volunteers his time at a number of non-profit organizations, including Special Olympics Canada and the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada. Aaron is also on the board of directors for Snowflake Place here in Winnipeg.
Aaron holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Manitoba and is an Accredited Member of the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AACI, P. App).