Bri Zarjac Named one of CRE's Best Bosses of 2025
Zajac, Principal of Portfolio Project Management at Cresa, oversees the firm’s largest national project management account, supporting a leading global e-commerce and technology client. With 15 years of industry experience, Zajac leads a team of more than 150 professionals, guiding the delivery of millions of square feet of commercial office space and managing relocations for more than 145,000 employees annually. Her operational expertise has driven high-impact real estate solutions in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Zajac’s leadership is distinguished by open communication, transparency, and a collaborative management style. She fosters a culture of mutual respect, accountability, and continuous improvement, empowering her team to deliver exceptional client results while facilitating their professional growth. Her intentional mentorship and focus on celebrating individual strengths have transformed her team into a high-performing unit capable of meeting complex challenges. A vocal advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Zajac regularly shares her insights on industry panels and champions underrepresented voices within Cresa and the broader commercial real estate field. Her ability to balance client success with team well-being, along with her dedication to fostering inclusive spaces, has made her a transformative leader and a role model for both her colleagues and the industry at large.