Manny Salem

With over three decades of hands-on experience transforming businesses and properties, Manny Salem is a results-driven operations executive in the commercial real estate space. As Vice President of Operations at AJJMD Management, he specializes in revitalizing underperforming assets, building high-value tenant relationships, and driving long-term value across a growing portfolio of retail and office properties throughout the East Coast. Manny’s journey began at just 12 years old, stacking shelves in Brooklyn retail shops and rising rapidly to store manager by the age of 18. From Youngworld Stores to Mazon Discount Stores (MDS), he became known for operational excellence, mentoring teams, and creating neighborhood institutions through relentless work ethic and community-minded service. For nearly 20 years, he helped run MDS alongside Eli Mazon, where he wasn’t just a manager—he was the person everyone turned to when things got tough. That same mindset now defines his work at AJJMD Management. Since joining in 2017, Manny has played a pivotal role in modernizing operations and attracting national tenants to a portfolio of properties once considered difficult to lease. Whether it’s negotiating complex leases, renovating and repositioning assets, or coordinating with city officials and contractors to resolve property issues, Manny thrives on challenges others avoid. His approach is relationship-first, solution-focused, and deeply strategic. Fluent in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, he easily builds bridges with diverse stakeholders, investors, and tenant partners. His goals aren’t short-term fixes—they’re long-term solutions that improve communities, boost NOI, and build lasting business ecosystems. Key Strengths & Highlights: 30+ years of operations, property management, and tenant relations experience 8 years as Vice President of Operations, overseeing multi-state commercial real estate portfolios Deep experience managing retail and mixed-use properties in transitional neighborhoods Proven ability to stabilize struggling properties and match them with high-performing national tenants Skilled in lease negotiation, vendor management, crisis resolution, and regulatory compliance Known for loyalty, adaptability, and consistent follow-through on mission-critical initiatives Languages: Arabic (native), Hebrew (native), English (native) Education: Brooklyn College – Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting Current Location: Brooklyn, NY Willing to Collaborate With: Brokers, national brands, healthcare groups, franchise operators, and value-focused investors Manny isn’t just a property manager—he’s a community builder, a fixer, and a quiet force behind thriving spaces. If you’re looking to bring new life to a property, connect with a trusted operator who gets it done.

• Languages
  English, Arabic, Hebrew
• Markets
  Atlanta
• Property Types
  Office, Retail, Flex, Specialty, Healthcare
• Websites
  LinkedIn Profile