Mallory Margel

VP, People & Culture at RioCan REIT

Speaker

Mallory Margel is Vice President, People & Culture at RioCan REIT, one of Canada's largest real estate investment trusts and the country's largest retail-focused REIT. She leads the company's people strategy, overseeing talent, leadership development, culture, employee experience, engagement, and organizational effectiveness initiatives that support RioCan's long-term business objectives.

Since joining RioCan in 2011 as a new graduate, Mallory has built her entire career within the organization, playing an integral role in its growth, transformation, and evolving workplace culture. Working closely with leaders across the business, she helps ensure RioCan attracts, develops, engages, and retains the talent and capabilities needed to drive performance and support future success.

Known for her collaborative leadership style and deep understanding of the employee experience, Mallory is passionate about building high-performing cultures where people can thrive, grow their careers, and make meaningful contributions. She is a strong advocate for mentorship, continuous learning, and leadership development, and brings a unique perspective on the intersection of talent, culture, and business performance within the real estate industry.