Lowell, MA New England Heritage Properties, a family-owned property management company, has hired Derek Coulombe as vice president of acquisitions. In his role, Coulombe will strengthen and advance Heritage Properties’ investment capabilities, identifying and structuring new multi-family acquisition and development opportunities.

“We are excited to welcome Derek Coulombe into this new position,” said Jeff Bush, president of Heritage Properties. “As Heritage Properties bolsters our investment arm, Derek’s extensive industry experience in commercial real estate, finance, and acquisitions will be pivotal to this next stage of growth. Derek understands our core values and markets, and we believe he will be instrumental in expanding our portfolio with a long-term vision.”

Coulombe comes to Heritage Properties with 17 years of experience in commercial real estate and finance. Prior to joining the team, he was the senior managing director at Fantini & Gorga, specializing in structuring and placing debt and equity for commercial real estate owners and investors. He brings a wealth of experience and a dedicated focus towards emerging market dynamics, industry trends, and financial analysis.

“I look forward to contributing to Heritage Properties’ continued growth and success,” said Coulombe. “A key element that sets Heritage Properties apart is a deep, thorough understanding of their local markets and the subtle differences between each of them. I am committed to strengthening our presence within those local markets and identifying new opportunities that align with our strategic objectives.”

Coulombe is a member of Real Estate Finance Associates (REFA), the National Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP), and the Urban Land Institute (ULI). He is a graduate of Clark University.