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The Ferber Company

Since 1907

The Ferber Story

Four generations. Two recessions weathered. One consistent approach to creating value.

P. Shields Ferber, President

P. Shields Ferber

President

Every day, I am proud to lead our committed, multi-disciplinary team of professionals as we serve our clients and communities. As a family-owned business with a rich history that spans four generations, Ferber has solidified its position as an innovative real estate development company.

Our local familiarity creates opportunities for our clients while our insistence on transparency, efficiency, and reliability assures a smooth development process both locally and nationally.

A conservative financial strategy has enabled us to weather multiple economic cycles, which has helped us build enduring relationships with major financial institutions and partners that stand ready to support our projects.

We invite you to learn more about our company and our valued team members on the pages of our website. We look forward to exploring opportunities with you.

Over

100

Years

Over

500

Projects

Over

30

Million Sq. Ft.

History

History Timeline

Since 1907, Ferber has cultivated a tradition of excellence in real estate — combining unrivaled experience with an entrepreneurial spirit to create value for clients and partners alike.

  1. 1907

    Ferber Company founded by Frederick V. Ferber (Paul S. Ferber's grandfather).

    The first Ferber Construction, 1907
    The first Ferber Construction, 1907
  2. 1955

    Paul S. Ferber recalls his grandfather mentoring him about business at the early age of 12.

    Frederick V. Ferber, founder
    Frederick V. Ferber, founder
  3. 1962

    After leading the company for seven years, Paul L. Ferber transitions the original construction company into real estate development.

    Paul L. Ferber
    Paul L. Ferber
  4. 1983

    Paul S. Ferber opens a Florida office and changes the focus of the business from office development to retail development.

  5. 1999

    Florida corporation formed and Paul S. Ferber takes leadership of Ferber Company.

    Paul L., Paul S. and Shields Ferber
    Paul L., Paul S. and Shields Ferber
  6. 2004

    Shields Ferber becomes President at Ferber Company.

    P. Shields Ferber
    P. Shields Ferber
  7. 2018

    Ferber North launches in Basking Ridge, New Jersey under Eric Steinfeldt, housed in the original country farmhouse renovated by Paul L. Ferber.

    Ferber North launches
    Ferber North launches
  8. 2024

    Ferber Central opens in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, extending the company's reach across the Southeast.

  9. Present

    Three generations of Ferber paving the way for the future.

    Three generations of Ferber
    Three generations of Ferber

About Us

The Ferber Company is a privately held real estate development and investment company that has built an impeccable reputation over four generations of success. The company is involved in a broad array of commercial real estate projects and our clients range from local businesses to large national brand retailers.

Affiliations

  • Urban Land Institute (ULI)
  • The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
  • University of Florida Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies
  • Florida State University College of Business/School of Real Estate