Brixmor (NYSE: BRX) is a formidable real estate investment trust (REIT), boasting ownership and operation of a robust, nationwide portfolio of high-end shopping centers. Within its portfolio, Brixmor manages 395 retail centers, encompassing roughly 69 million square feet of coveted retail space located in long-established trading areas. A key driving force for Brixmor is ensuring that its shopping centers serve as the epicenter of the communities in which they reside. Furthermore, these centers house an array of diversified occupants - ranging from prosperous local vendors to successful regional and national retailers. Brixmor takes great pride in the fact that it acts as the real estate partner to approximately 5,000 retailers, such as The TJX Companies, The Kroger Co., Publix Super Markets, Wal-Mart, Ross Stores and L.A. Fitness.