About

Cynthia Murphy

—— A Trusted Voice in Retail Real Estate Strategy

Cynthia Murphy is a nationally respected retail real estate executive and strategic advisor known for elevating asset performance, optimizing multi-market portfolios, and building high-impact leasing and management teams. With a career spanning senior leadership roles at General Growth Properties, CBRE and Jones Lang LaSalle and she has guided institutional owners and operators through complex market cycles with a combination of analytical rigor, operational insight, and polished C-suite communication.

As Principal of the Cynthia Murphy Advisory Group, she leads portfolio repositioning, redevelopment evaluations, deal pipeline acceleration, and long-range strategic planning for shopping center owners navigating evolving market conditions.

“Known for polished executive presence and strategic leadership.”

Guest Speaker

Cynthia is a sought-after speaker known for delivering clear, compelling insights on the future of retail real estate, portfolio strategy, and leadership. Her polished executive presence and deep operational understanding make her a favorite at industry conferences, board sessions, and leadership retreats.

Conference Speaker • Moderator • Industry Thought Leader

Cynthia Murphy ICSC

Signature Speaking Topics

  • The Future of Retail Centers: Redevelopment, Reuse & Repositioning
  • Portfolio Optimization in a Changing Retail Landscape
  • Institutional Owner Expectations & Relationship Leadership
  • Creating High-Performing Leasing Teams