People Property Place #122 Damien Sharkey - Managing Director at HUB
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Apr 24, 2025 Join Damien Sharkey, Managing Director at HUB, as he shares his journey from a family joinery in rural Ireland to leading one of the UK’s top development firms. He sheds light on the evolution of Build-to-Rent (BTR) and the co-living space revolution, highlighting innovative strategies for transforming distressed assets. Damien discusses navigating today’s challenging economic climate, the importance of collaboration in urban development, and offers valuable insights for future developers aiming to succeed in a competitive landscape.
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Early Passion from Family Trades
- Damien Sharkey grew up in rural Ireland surrounded by a family of tradespeople which fueled his passion for building.
- At 11, he worked summers in his father's joinery workshop, developing a strong work ethic early on.
Fast Rise in Architecture
- Damien joined Robin Partington's startup architecture firm during the 2008 financial crisis and rose quickly to executive director at 24.
- This gave him insight into running a successful business and sparked his ambition to move into development.
Learn Finance with Curiosity
- Embrace your gaps in financial knowledge and be eager to learn every day by asking questions and researching.
- Surround yourself with supportive, patient, and smart people to succeed in development.