General Manager, Hyde Park Village

Overview

Oversee operations, finance, tenant relations, events to elevate Hyde Park Village.

Key Responsibilities

• leasing
• events
• brand partnerships
• team leadership
• operations
• financials

Tasks

As a leader at WS Development, the GM will report to the COO and collaborate across the organization to elevate the Village's reputation as Tampa's premier lifestyle destination. The General Manager (GM) is the driving force behind Hyde Park Village's continued success, responsible for ensuring that every tenant, guest, and partner experiences excellence. Equal parts strategist, operator, and community builder, the GM manages and drives excellence in all facets of the property from marketing and operations to financial performance and brand partnerships while leading a talented on-site team. -Leasing support. Partner with the Leasing team to attract, retain, and grow best-in-class tenants that reflect and enhance the Hyde Park brand. -Programming + activations. Oversee marquee property events from holiday celebrations and seasonal markets to new tenant grand openings that drive traffic, loyalty, and community pride. Constantly improving, refining, and setting the standard for best offered in the Tampa area. -Brand partnerships. Develop and grow strategic collaborations that deliver new revenue streams and one-of-a-kind guest experiences. -Inspire and manage. Lead a cross-functional on-site team including marketing, operations, maintenance, and property coordination cultivating a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. -Cross-functional leadership. Navigate a dynamic ecosystem of stakeholders, including senior leadership, tenants, marketing, operations, internal cross-functional partners in a range of disciplines, and external partners. -Lead with vision. Drive excellence across day-to-day operations of Hyde Park Village, ensuring an elevated, seamless experience for guests, tenants, and community partners. -Property experience. Collaborate with Construction and Development on enhancements ranging from public spaces and art to parking and amenities, ensuring Hyde Park Village remains Tampa's favorite gathering place. -Tenant + community partnerships. Actively engage with tenants, customers, local organizations, and civic partners to strengthen Hyde Park Village's role as a hub of culture and commerce. -Financial stewardship. Own the property's business plan and budget, balancing fiduciary discipline with entrepreneurial decision-making.

Requirements

• mba
• 10-15 yrs
• financial acumen
• leadership
• entrepreneurial
• storytelling

What You Bring

-Proven ability to design and deliver experience-centric environments that delight consumers. -Hands-on leadership style, comfortable giving strategic direction while rolling up sleeves on tactical execution. -Strong financial acumen and comfort managing complex budgets. -Entrepreneurial mindset with the curiosity, urgency, and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. -Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. -10-15 years of progressive experience in retail property management, hospitality, entertainment, consumer brands, or related industries. -Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to juggle multiplepriorities and focus on high-impact initiatives. -Experience thriving in entrepreneurial, guest-centric environments. -Salesmanship, creativity, and storytelling ability to inspire stakeholders and sell the Hyde Park Village vision. -Exceptional interpersonal skills with a passion for building relationships across tenants, community partners, and internal teams. -Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and inspiring high-performing talent.

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Benefits

Hyde Park Village isn't just a shopping destination it's one of Tampa's most beloved lifestyle districts, where timeless neighborhood charm meets modern luxury. With an unmatched mix of boutiques, both best in class local and national retailers, chef-driven dining, curated experiences, and a lively year-round event calendar, Hyde Park Village continues to set the standard for placemaking in Tampa Bay.

About Ws Development

-Specializes in creating transformative mixed-use developments. -Blend retail, residential, and office spaces to build thriving communities. -Deliver iconic projects across major U.S. cities, including Boston and Miami. -Known for innovative urban planning, fostering engagement and connection. -Emphasize quality design, sustainability, and community-focused developments. -Expand into hospitality and entertainment sectors beyond retail and residential. -Standout projects include open-air shopping centers, vibrant residential communities, and multi-use developments. -Committed to long-term value creation, making spaces that evolve with community needs.

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