Megan Burns
Director of Real Estate Procurement @The Knot Worldwide
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Real Estate Procurement @The Knot Worldwide
Served as the primary transaction lead for a multi-market, global portfolio, successfully managing the full lifecycle of real estate transactions including site acquisitions, dispositions, M&A integrations, and lease renewals across 19 markets (10 US, 9 International).• Directed market analysis and demographic data review to support complex, multi-site transaction strategies and global expansion across nine countries, leveraging key insights on traffic patterns and retail development to align portfolio optimization with M&A and business growth objectives.• Partnering with executive leadership to align hybrid work models and long-term business growth within real estate, workforce and capital planning initiatives.• Direct complex capital construction and build-out projects, overseeing space planning, change communications, and $2M annual Operating Expense (OpEx) budget management to ensure optimal utilization and employee experience.• Partnered directly with Finance and Legal teams to structure and obtain internal financial approvals for all capital and lease obligations, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and controls.• Led end-to-end transaction lifecycle (renewals, expansions, M&A integrations, terminations, and dispositions), ensuring alignment with enterprise financial models and operational requirements.• Achieved a verified 30% reduction in costs, delivering $300K in savings within three months through strategic vendor negotiation and contract optimization, demonstrating strong deal-making and financial acumen.
EDUCATION
Northern Virginia Community College
Liberal Arts
Fundan University
Strategic Public Relations in the Global Environment
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications; Public Relations
Virginia Commonwealth University
Master of Science (M.S.), Strategic Public Relations
ABOUT MEGAN BURNS
For more than 12 years, I’ve helped organizations unlock financial value and enable global growth through strategic real estate and workplace solutions. As a Corporate Real Estate leader, I’m passionate about creating portfolios and environments that align with the business’s long-term vision, not just its square footage needs.My philosophy is simple: when real estate strategy aligns with business goals, it becomes a powerful lever for advancing culture, performance, and growth. Core Areas of ExpertiseGlobal Portfolio Optimization: Managing and optimizing complex domestic and international real estate portfolios to drive financial efficiency and scalability.Full-Cycle Project & Lease Management: Overseeing every stage of lease administration, capital construction, and vendor management to ensure cost control and operational excellence.Strategic Negotiations & Partnerships: Building lasting vendor relationships and securing high-value, mutually beneficial agreements that strengthen portfolio performance.Proven ImpactI’ve led multi-year global expansion initiatives across nine countries, scaling real estate portfolios and integrating hybrid workplace models to directly support business transformation and growth. I enjoy connecting with peers and leaders to share insights on how strategic real estate management can be a true catalyst for organizational success.
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