Daniel Poku
Vice President
Daniel joined SRS Real Estate Partners in 2014 and focuses on tenant representation, land brokerage, and leasing. Daniel’s tenant representation experience is comprised of regional and national rollouts with brands like American Eagle, Carter’s, OshKosh b’Gosh, Sleep Number, Express, and Ideal Image. He also represents some of the newest, best-in-class small experiential and fitness operators like Scissors & Scotch, Mayweather, Spenga, Candytopia, and Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream. Whether it is a brand with a large scale expansion or an operator moving from one store to another, Daniel leverages his relevant site intelligence that is crucial for his client’s success.
Daniel has robust experience representing his clients in the acquisition and disposition of high-profile properties. Sometimes called, Mr. Lovers, Daniel represents the landlord with the largest holdings in the ever evolving retail corridor that is West Lovers Lane. Daniel has represented various owners/landlords and buyers in transactions that have helped develop this district into the live-work-play corridor it has become. Other noteworthy clients include hospitality groups, one of which has become a top performer in the state of Texas since it's opening. A passionate Christ follower and committed to social impact, Daniel has also represented religious organizations and nonprofits. In 2022-2023, Daniel has represented these organizations in the acquisition or disposition of more than 40 + acres comprising more than 400,000 SF of property.
Daniel graduated from Southern Methodist University with a major in economics, markets and culture. He entered SMU with one of their most prestigious merit and academic scholarships as a Hunter Leadership Scholar. While at SMU, Daniel founded the largest community service organization on campus, Mustang Heroes. Daniel serves faithfully with his church, Shoreline City. He has served as youth director and campus pastor. He was a finalist in D CEO's 2019 Commercial Real Estate Awards for Best Projects & Deals.