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SUSAN CIANCANELLI
SUSAN CIANCANELLI / Senior Managing Director
DIRECT DIAL / 631-465-9511
MOBILE / 631-626-1127
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LINKEDIN / linkedin.com/in/susan-ciancanelli-3611b719
Susan joined A&G in 2012, bringing decades of experience advising companies on complex real estate strategy and execution. She previously held systems and analytical roles at Barnes & Noble, Prudential Securities, and Ann Taylor, where she developed the technical and operational rigor that underpins her deal-making approach.
Susan’s core areas of expertise include occupancy cost savings, lease terminations and subleases, and portfolio optimization. She works across all major real estate sectors—including retail, grocery, restaurants, healthcare, entertainment, fitness, and office—and is widely respected within the landlord community for her credibility, judgment, and ability to execute outcomes at scale.
A highly experienced dealmaker, Susan has led engagements for A&G clients ranging from emerging brands to large national enterprises. Her client experience includes Regal Cinema, Bed Bath & Beyond, David’s Bridal, Sunrise Restaurants, Cafe Rio, Cava, Francesca’s, Guitar Center, Party City, Gabes, Pet Supermarket, DSW, Claire’s, Mattress Firm, Ascena, rue21, Tuesday Morning, Paper Source, Circus Trix, Rite Aid, Blink, 24 Hour Fitness, The Container Store, CVS, Toys ‘R’ Us, Leslie’s Pools, United Healthcare Group, and Sleep Number.
She has also successfully managed projects for West Marine, Abuelo’s, GNC, and City BBQ, delivering millions of dollars in occupancy cost savings for her clients.
Based in New York, Susan is actively involved in the industry through the International Council of Shopping Centers, IWIRC, Women in Retail, TMA NOW, and TMA NYC.