Ellison Development, a Tampa-based real estate firm, has named David Bevirt as its new chief operating officer.
Bevirt, who brings over 38 years of commercial real estate experience, previously led corporate leasing and strategy at Strategic Property Partners, where he managed leasing efforts for Water Street Tampa.
Ellison Development is currently working on major regional projects including The Central, in downtown St. Petersburg, and the Tampa Heights YMCA development.
Bevirt’s career includes leadership roles at Brookfield Properties and deep involvement in the Tampa Bay community, where he serves on the boards of the Florida Aquarium and the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council.