Eli Simon serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Simon Property Group, Inc., a leading global retail real estate investment trust (REIT) and the largest owner and operator of shopping malls, premium outlets, and lifestyle centers in the United States. In this critical role, Simon oversees the operational performance of the company's vast U.S. retail portfolio, encompassing more than 100 properties. His responsibilities include directing leasing strategies, property management, tenant relations, marketing initiatives, and capital improvements to maximize occupancy, revenue growth, and long-term asset value. Simon joined Simon Property Group in 2001 after a distinguished career at The Rouse Company, where he specialized in retail leasing and asset management for high-profile mixed-use developments. Rising through the ranks, he held key positions such as Senior Vice President of Leasing before ascending to his current leadership role in 2015. His tenure has been marked by notable achievements, including spearheading record leasing volumes during economic recoveries, implementing data-driven operational efficiencies that reduced costs by double digits, and navigating the REIT through unprecedented challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic with minimal long-term disruptions. Under Simon's stewardship, Simon Property Group has strengthened its market dominance through innovative programs like omnichannel retail partnerships and experiential placemaking, driving industry-leading net operating income growth. A respected industry veteran with over 25 years of experience, Simon's strategic vision and hands-on leadership continue to position the company for sustained success in an evolving retail landscape.