Thom Hickman

Thomas (Thom) Hickman joins Harbert Retail as Vice President of Development/Brokerage. In Thom’s 35- year career, he has been involved in over 25 million square feet of retail and commercial development across the United States. Thom’s experience includes site selection, anchor tenant and big-box leasing and development of regional shopping centers, power centers, community centers, professional office buildings and single tenant developments for national retailers such as McDonald’s and Starbucks.

Prior Experience

Prior to joining Harbert Retail, Hickman had a successful 9-year relationship with GBT Realty in Brentwood, TN, as Senior Vice President of Development and Acquisitions. Prior to that, Hickman was a principal in New Horizon Retail Development that developed grocery anchored community centers. Hickman came to Birmingham 25 years ago when he joined AIG Baker Shopping Center Properties where he was responsible for anchor tenant and big-box leasing in power centers throughout the United States. Hickman will be focusing on retail and commercial development and brokerage opportunities with Harbert Retail in Alabama.

Education

Hickman attended the University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario.

Professional and Civic Organizations

He has been a member of International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) for 35 years.