About Us

A PARTNER YOU CAN COUNT ON

Our purpose and guiding principles serve as our compass for our every move. We are committed to creating value, taking no shortcuts, enhancing communities and embracing change. Our dedication to these principles drives value for our partners and makes a positive impact on the communities in which we operate.

Our Purpose Is To Build Developments of Lasting Quality for The Next Generation. De La Vega Builds Change.

Our Guiding Principles

CREATE VALUE

Create a legacy of positive social, economic and physical impacts for all stakeholders.

TAKE NO SHORTCUTS

Lead with integrity to build unique developments that are of lasting quality.

ENHANCE COMMUNITIES

Commit to build lasting partnerships that make a difference in the communities in which we operate.

EMBRACE CHANGE

Foster a culture that drives innovation and builds for the future.

Our Team

Artemio De la Vega

President and CEO

Artemio De la Vega

Artemio De La Vega is the founder and CEO of De La Vega Development, a commercial real estate firm specializing in dynamic mixed-use developments. Mr. De La Vega has more than 25 years of experience in the entrepreneurial and real estate industry, with a focus on single-tenant, multi-tenant retail centers and mixed-use developments. He brings a versatile and deep knowledge of development, master planning, entitlements, construction and capital markets to every project.

Mr. De La Vega has successfully invested, acquired, developed or redeveloped more than 100 commercial real estate projects throughout the world. Some of his more notable projects include the 900,000 square-foot Las Palmas Marketplace in El Paso, TX; the 900,000-square-foot Canyon West in Lubbock, TX; the 400,000-square-foot Kings Crossing in Shreveport, LA; as well as multiple industrial distribution and manufacturing facilities for clients such as Chrysler, General Motors, Alcoa, Yazaki, Bergamasca and more.

As a recognized leader in the commercial real estate industry, Mr. De La Vega frequently serves as a panelist for many leadership and future vision summits. He is also a guest columnist for a variety of publications and active with several professional organizations, including the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and The Real Estate Council (TREC). In addition, he serves on the Executive Committee of the Chancellor’s Council of the University of Texas System, is a board member and donor to the FEMAP Foundation, and a proud donor and supporter of the Artemio De La Vega Scholarship Fund for the benefit of Hispanic students at the University of Texas, El Paso.

He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas, is a graduate of Culver Military Academy, Jr. Reserve Officers Training Corps and holds an FAA private aircraft license. Mr. De La Vega enjoys spending time with his wife and four children.

Annmarie De la Vega

Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer

Annmarie De la Vega

Annmarie De La Vega is the Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer of De La Vega Development and oversees all business operations, strategies and applications of the De La Vega brand and its various developments. Mrs. De La Vega’s vision and leadership positions the company for success in brand marketing, engagement, design and community relations. Her attention to detail, passion for people and creative approach – combined with her background in consumer insights, sales and marketing – gives her a unique perspective in creating meaningful experiences for the company’s mixed-use developments.

Prior to joining De La Vega, Mrs. De La Vega spent more than 10 years alongside global leaders in the premium drinks industry, specifically DIAGEO and Pernod Ricard. Her extensive background working with celebrated lifestyle brands and national retailers, such as 7-Eleven, Albertsons-Safeway Co., Walgreens, Sprouts Farmers Market and Brinker International, has given her a deep understanding of what motivates retailers, food and beverage operators, and hospitality end-users.

Mrs. De La Vega remains focused on destinations that speak to people and cut through the noise, fostering a deeper human connection.

In addition to her EVP and Chief Brand Officer duties, Mrs. De La Vega also steers De La Vega Development’s philanthropic mission, with special attention to providing a positive impact on the various communities in which the company develops. A Dallas native, she holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Christian University.

Jorge Ramirez

Chief Operating Officer

Jorge Ramirez

Jorge Ramirez is an experienced real estate development and construction executive with domestic and international success in site selection, land development, build-to-suit and multi-tenant projects with a demonstrated history of working in the real estate industry. Strong business professional skilled in governmental negotiations, predevelopment due diligence, contract and lease negotiations and comprehensive project management. Over the years, Ramirez has demonstrated impressive dedication to the mixed-use and multi-family side of development as well as a honed talent for unifying communities.

Trisha Bangs

Director of Asset and Property Management

Trisha Bangs

Trisha Bangs brings nearly two decades of experience to her role as director of asset and property management for De La Vega Capital and Development. Prior to joining De La Vega, she spent several years with Cypress Equities and Kimco Realty focusing on retail real estate and mixed-use shopping centers.

Bangs received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Texas State University. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her family and is an avid baseball and football fan.

Selene Aguilera

Director of Accounting

Selene Aguilera

Selene Aguilera is the director of accounting for De La Vega Development, providing full-service accounting for the company’s multiple commercial retail shopping centers. Prior to joining De La Vega, Aguilera worked as an accounts payable clerk for EYM Group, Inc., a company that owns 42 Burger Kings and Denny’s located throughout Iowa, Michigan and Dallas.

She received two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Texas, El Paso, in accounting and finance. In her spare time, Aguilera enjoys painting.

April Hagins

Development Manager and Coordinator

April Hagins

April Hagins is the development manager and coordinator for De La Vega Development where she utilizes her project management skills across multiple development projects. In this role, she showcases expertise in implementing diverse business strategies in partnership with cross-functional teams, including marketing, development, acquisitions and sales and property management. Hagins brings more than fifteen years of diverse real estate experience to De La Vega.

Hagins received a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, reading and volunteering at schools.

Keith Smith

Vice President of Design and Construction

Keith Smith

Keith Smith is the vice president of design and construction for De La Vega Capital and Development. Smith is a seasoned professional in his field with more than two decades of experience in retail real estate, as well as within the medical and office real estate sectors. Prior to joining De La Vega, he served as the director of development services with Venture Vertical.

Smith earned his bachelor’s degree in construction management from Texas A&M University and has earned the CDP Certified Development recognition from ICSC in the Design & Construction Professional category. In his spare time, Smith enjoys spending time with his four children.

Alec Bradley

Project Manager of Design and Construction

Alec Bradley

Alec Bradley is the project manager of design and construction at De La Vega Capital and Development. Bradley brings more than a decade of experience in management and execution as a subcontractor and general contractor in multifamily and large-scale commercial projects.

Bradley attended Texas A&M University where he received his degree in Construction Science and a commission in the US Army as an Air Defense Artillery Officer. After his time in service, he worked for Manhattan Construction Company, where he managed multiple scopes across various projects.

Bradley is a proud Dallas native and member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church. When he’s not overseeing the various projects at De La Vega, Alec is an active yoga teacher and enjoys hunting, scuba diving and traveling.