Strategic expansions DESCO is actively developing over two million square feet with more than $200 million in projected development costs across multiple regions. This indicates ongoing growth opportunities for collaboration on development management, construction, brokerage and investment projects, particularly in markets like the Central, Mid-South, Southwest and Southeast.

Portfolio breadth With a diversified portfolio spanning historic renovations, regional shopping centers, medical office space, office parks and urban/suburban renewal, DESCO presents cross-sector sales opportunities for development services, property management, and asset optimization across multiple real estate asset classes.

Financial scale Current assets under management exceed 6 million square feet with a portfolio value around $700 million and annual revenue in the low tens of millions. This signals capacity for higher-value projects, long-term retainer arrangements, and expanded advisory or investment management services.

Strategic partnerships Recent collaborations such as the Epstein Hebrew Academy partnership and notable projects like University Commons and the Old Post Office position DESCO as a collaborative partner for institutional, nonprofit, and private sector stakeholders, presenting targeted openings for joint ventures, sponsorships, and development partnerships.

Market positioning DESCO operates as a lean, privately held developer with deep local footprint and leadership by Mark Schnuck, focusing on innovative, complex projects. This creates sales avenues for boutique advisory, turnkey development packages, and flexible financing solutions tailored to mid-market opportunities.