Ali Baker is a Principal and Sales Representative with Avison Young, where she leads the Retail Services Group from the firm’s Toronto headquarters. With over 12 years of experience in retail real estate, Ali is a trusted advisor to both national and international brands, as well as property owners and developers, specializing in tenant representation, landlord advisory, and master broker mandates across North America. Tenant Representation Ali partners closely with retailers to develop and execute sophisticated real estate strategies, from in-depth demographic analysis and market intelligence to site selection, lease negotiation, and full-scale transaction management. As both a strategic lead and hands-on dealmaker, she drives initiatives that support her clients’ growth objectives across multiple markets and jurisdictions. Landlord Representation Ali also advises property owners and developers on retail leasing strategies, bringing a tenant-focused perspective that enhances asset positioning and merchandising mix. She works closely with ownership groups to optimize portfolio performance through targeted leasing, market-driven positioning, and proactive prospect outreach. Her dual-sided experience enables her to align landlord objectives with tenant demand, creating long-term value and sustainable occupancy. Ali’s experience spans a wide range of retail formats and asset types, with a track record of advising on both expansion and leasing strategies across sectors including fitness, entertainment, hospitality, and fashion. Her expertise includes portfolio planning, primary market research, site acquisition, asset positioning, and market entry strategy, allowing her to deliver integrated, data-driven solutions that support both tenant growth and asset performance.
Calvin Holland is a Sales Representative with the Retail Services Group at Avison Young, based in Toronto. Since entering the business in 2017, Calvin has built a well-rounded retail real estate practice, advising both landlords and tenants on leasing, sales, and strategic real estate decisions across Canada. Calvin is particularly recognized for his work with private landlords and entrepreneurial tenants, where attention to detail, market knowledge, and hands-on execution are critical to success. He has extensive experience leasing a broad range of asset types, including neighbourhood retail, strip centres, mixed-use developments, new construction projects, and urban storefronts. While much of his work focuses on smaller-format retail leasing, Calvin is fully equipped to manage larger, more complex assignments and increasingly supports clients across diverse portfolio sizes. Acting on behalf of both landlords and tenants, Calvin delivers end-to-end advisory services including market analysis, positioning strategy, site selection, negotiations, and transaction management. He has worked with tenants across a wide range of sectors, including food and beverage, entertainment, cannabis, and fashion, providing tailored solutions that align real estate decisions with broader business objectives. Known for his responsive, client-first approach, Calvin is committed to delivering thoughtful, results-driven outcomes while building long-term relationships grounded in trust and performance.
Caitlyn Micuda is an Associate with the Retail Services Group at Avison Young, based in Toronto. She advises both tenant and landlord clients, with a primary focus on tenant representation across Canada. Caitlyn works closely with retailers to understand their brand and growth objectives, translating these insights into thoughtful real estate strategies. Taking a proactive and highly collaborative approach, she plays an active role throughout the full transaction lifecycle, including market analysis, site identification, negotiations, and deal execution. Her approach is defined by persistence, patience, and attention to detail – ensuring no opportunity is overlooked. She has successfully advised both national and independent tenants across sectors including food and beverage, fashion, and fitness, while remaining actively engaged on the landlord representation side. This dual perspective allows her to navigate negotiations effectively and deliver well-balanced outcomes. With a genuine passion for retail, she brings both enthusiasm and diligence to her work, delivering thoughtful, results-driven solutions and consistently uncovering opportunities that drive value for her clients.
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