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#44 Ian Marcus OBE, Senior Adviser, Eastdil Secured

Oct 19, 2023
Ian Marcus OBE, Senior Adviser at Eastdil Secured, discusses his real estate journey, favorite deals, 12 job balance, and influential figures in the industry. He also reflects on personal interests and the transferable skills between sports and business. Lastly, he shares insights on deploying £500m in the property market, focusing on people and best-in-class opportunities.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the key sectors in the real estate industry that offer investment opportunities, such as multifamily, life sciences, logistics, self-storage, senior living, and hospitality & leisure.
  • The significance of building and maintaining strong relationships within the real estate industry, as they can help navigate cyclicality, manage risk, and unlock opportunities.

Deep dives

Ian Marcus's Career Journey in Real Estate

Ian Marcus, OBE, shares his career journey in the real estate industry. From studying land economy at the University of Cambridge to working at various banks, including Bank of America and UBS, he gained valuable experience in property lending and corporate finance. Marcus discusses his involvement in landmark deals such as the sale of married quarters to Numura and the creation of Europe's largest self-storage business, Shurgard. He also highlights the importance of relationships and the transferable skills from sports, such as rugby, to the business world.

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