Developers Diversified names leasing exec

Beachwood, Ohio Developers Diversified Realty Corp. said it has appointed Robert McGovern to the position of leasing director for the northern region.

Located in Beachwood, Ohio, McGovern will be responsible for leasing 20 Ohio shopping centers totaling approximately five million sq. ft. of retail space.

Previously, McGovern was a director of leasing and asset manager with Burroughs & Chapin Co. in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Before that, he served eight years with Kimco Realty Corp. in Canfield, Ohio.