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Doerken Properties, Inc.

Strategic Retail.
Community Focused.

Over five decades ago, Peter W. Doerken embarked on a mission to establish a real estate investment and management firm founded on two core principles.  The first aimed to create a company that consistently elevated asset value through a long-term investment perspective.  The second was to instill a set of core values that endure to this day, such as integrity, hard work, diligence, transparency, community-mindedness, and mutual respect, fostering strong relationships within the organization and with partners, tenants, and vendors. DPI’s foundational pillars have been instrumental in cultivating a robust performance-oriented organization that remains highly successful today. The company’s primary investments are centered around the shopping center industry, with a strong emphasis on value enhancement through substantial operational improvements in each asset.

The company and its internal team consistently achieve desired results year over year through a commitment to organizational accountability and consistency across the organization.  DPI team members understand the company’s values and principles and bring this philosophy to life in day-to-day operations.

What began as one man’s vision in 1972 has evolved into a real estate investment firm rooted in an unwavering value system that supports a long-term perspective in every business investment and relationship.  This approach has resulted in improved properties, enriched communities, a dedicated team, and consistent business performance.

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Meet the Team

Executive

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Peter W. Doerken

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Frederick J. Vitt

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Sharon Sellstrom

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Janet Delahoussaye

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Jonathan Khoury

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Jeannette Harris

Asset Management

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Reid Soliman

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Julie Patrick

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Beth Svihra

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Mariela Gutierrez

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Matthew Dukum

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Becky Gonek

Accounting

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Laura Romero

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Nancy Preciado

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Brandon Smith

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Diana Chavez

1986

Doerken Properties was incorporated in the State of California

1990-2000

DPI assisted in Walmart’s initial expansion into Southern California, developing several Walmart anchored shopping centers.

2002-2004

Rapid growth of DPI’s portfolio into the Northern California market with the acquisition of several retail shopping centers

2004-2007

Expansion of DPI’s portfolio into the Salt Lake City, Utah market with the acquisition of several retail shopping centers

2005

DPI launches its mezzanine loan finance programs

2017

DPI Retail, LLC was formed in the State of California

2019

DPI relocates its corporate office from Santa Monica to a newly renovated South Bay building in El Segundo, CA

2020

Peter W. Doerken Foundation was formed

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2022

DPI extends its portfolio into the Nevada real estate market by acquisition of Craig Marketplace in Las Vegas

2023

DPI loan programs relaunched with the funding of $5.5M across several transactions

2023

DPI expands its portfolio into the New Mexico real estate markets with a portfolio acquisition of single retail assets

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DPI Retail is actively pursuing investment opportunities that encompass both value-added and stabilized assets, supporting the growth of communities.

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