David Shum
Managing Director, Western Canada, Valuation & Advisory • Canada

Local Office:
250 6th Avenue SW
Suite 2400
Calgary, Alberta T2P 3H7
Canada
Office: +1 (403) 261-1147
David Shum
Managing Director, Western Canada, Valuation & Advisory • Canada
About
David is Western Canada’s Managing Director for Cushman & Wakefield’s Valuation & Advisory group, based out of the Calgary office. In this role, he is responsible for providing valuation services and managing the end-to end service delivery of client assignments across all asset classes for large-scale commercial real estate properties in the region. His primary focus is on the valuation of major commercial real estate properties, in addition to portfolio assets, income tax consulting & advisory services.
Awards & Recognition
- National Past President – Appraisal Institute of Canada
- RECA-licensed Appraiser
Community Involvement
Habitat for Humanity
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