P: 205.616.2818
O: 205.314.0384
E: elliott@retailspecialists.com

Elliott Cook

Director of External Affairs

Elliott Cook serves as the Director of External Affairs at Retail Specialists, where he plays a crucial role in public relations and the recruitment of new talent.
 
His expertise in property management is grounded in his experience with Retail Specialists in Birmingham, Alabama, and at Vornado/Charles E. Smith Realty Trust in Washington, D.C. Elliott’s diverse background includes a stint as an aide to United States Representative Spencer Bachus, contributing significantly to legislative initiatives on Capitol Hill. His multifaceted career reflects a commitment to excellence in real estate and public service, making him an asset to the Retail Specialists team.

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On a Personal Level

Elliott holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Auburn University and sits on the board for the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Alabama Chapter as well as REV Birmingham’s board of directors, which manages downtown Birmingham’s Business Improvement District (BID). He is currently the ICSC Community Advancement Chair for the Gulf South Region and sits on the board of the ICSC Southeast Conference.

Elliott has been a featured speaker at various national conferences, on panels, and webinars, including ICSC Vegas, ICSC Southeast, the International Economic Development Council, International Downtown Association, the Southern Economic Development Council, and numerous state Municipal Leagues, Economic Development Councils, Universities, and Tourism Agencies, amongst others. He is a member of the Cathedral Church of the Advent in downtown Birmingham.