TORONTO, March 26, 2025 – Centurion is pleased to announce that John McKinlay will assume the role of President and CEO, starting March 31, 2025.
Since its inception in 2003, Centurion has grown significantly and now manages close to $8 billion in assets. This growth is attributed to a dedication to developing a top-tier team capable of predicting market changes and implementing a progressive strategy.
John McKinlay brings almost three decades of industry experience to Centurion. He was most recently the CEO of LaSalle Investment Management Canada, where he oversaw roughly $4.2 billion in assets across various investment platforms. Prior to that, John held important leadership positions at Bentall Kennedy (now Bentall GreenOak) and GE Capital Real Estate, where he gained substantial knowledge in investment management, strategic planning, and asset optimization. John holds a BA from Boston University, as well as an MBA and JD from Willamette University.
“I am excited and honored to take on the position of President and CEO at Centurion,” said John McKinlay. “With a talented team already in place, I am eager to apply my expertise in private equity and global fundraising to foster growth and take advantage of emerging market opportunities.”
John’s appointment follows a period of considerable growth within Centurion’s leadership, with the addition of Paul Chin as CIO, Ryan Buzzell as EVP, Joint Ventures and Mortgages, and Stephen Marshall as EVP, Property Operations. This expansion occurred at the same time as several important internal promotions.
“With John taking over the daily responsibilities of CEO, I will be transitioning to the position of Executive Chairman,” stated Greg Romundt, Founder & Executive Chairman of Centurion. “The addition of John, along with the other strategic hires and promotions recently completed by Centurion, will allow me to concentrate on long-term strategic vision, market positioning, investment strategy, and leadership development – ensuring Centurion stays at the forefront of the industry.”
As one of Canada’s leading real estate investment firms, Centurion is still dedicated to providing outstanding value to Residents and producing strong, risk-adjusted returns for stakeholders. The company is continuing to grow its vertically integrated real estate investment and operations platform while prioritizing strategic acquisitions, capital growth, and the development of new partnerships.
“The opportunities within Canada’s purpose-built multi-family sector are significant,” Romundt added. “With a reinforced leadership team, we are well-positioned to capitalize on these opportunities, promote continued growth, and help address Canada’s housing supply issues.”
About Centurion
Centurion Asset Management Inc. is a top asset management firm specializing in private alternative investments in real estate, corporate, and mortgage financing.
Centurion currently has $7.8 billion in assets under management across its multi-residential, student housing, and medical office portfolios.
With a growing presence in 45 cities throughout Canada and the U.S., Centurion is dedicated to offering high-quality rental housing, supporting real estate development, and providing strong, consistent returns for investors.
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SOURCE Centurion Asset Management Inc.
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