People Property Place

Bert Broadhead has worked for a number of leading firms from DTZ, Rockspring as well as Och-Ziff Capital Management before setting up Alterx in 2014 as a ‘value investor’ focused on the Western European real estate market.   Today, the business operates in three countries and controls over 2m sqft of commercial assets and over 30,000 residential plots. Bert is also the host of a real estate podcast – Building Our Future.   I sat down with Bert to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How he got into real estate Being a sector specialist over generalist Fee accumulation vs true LP alignment Where have all the mid-cap REIM / PE businesses gone? Raising capital Building teams Oh, and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Bert would invest should he have £500m of equity at his disposal.   Catch the newest episode on Spotify and Apple Podcast every Thursday.  Who do you want to see on the Podcast?   The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne. If you're loving what you hear, we kindly ask you to take a moment and show your support by leaving a rating and review for the People Property Place podcast. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The DWS Group (DWS) – formally Deutsche Asset Management is one of the worlds leading asset managers and currently boasts €841bn of assets under management. Issie studied Real Estate at the Royal Agricultural University before joining Deutsche Bank as an Analyst. She has since held roles at Eden Rock Group, LaSalle, Aviva Investors, and her experience spans investment, investment specialist, real estate development and asset management. Outside of work, Issie is a passionate Mentor for Moving Ahead and GAIN two social impact organisations advancing workplace inclusion and diversity. In 2021 Issie was a finalist in the Investment Weeks Woman of the Year award. I sat down with Issie to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How she got into Real Estate Impostor Syndrome What is an “Investment Specialist” Creating Real Estate Investment Products Where the investment opportunities currently lie Oh, and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Issie would invest should she have £500m of equity at her disposal.   Catch the newest episode on Spotify and Apple Podcast every Thursday.  Who do you want to see on the Podcast?   The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne. If you're loving what you hear, we kindly ask you to take a moment and show your support by leaving a rating and review for the People Property Place podcast. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Paul is responsible for the strategy, placemaking, stakeholder management, capital allocation and strategic direction of the London Estate. He has previously held roles in investment, asset management and portfolio management across Grosvenor Europe and has managed three cross-border retail funds on behalf of various international investors, and he also set up Grosvenor’s Stockholm Office.   Paul is a Scholar at Christ's College, Cambridge. He holds an MSc in Real Estate Investment and Finance from the University of Reading. He is a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.   I sat down with Paul to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How he got into Real Estate Placemaking Building a culture and identity in a geolocation Measuring success without an ‘Exit’Stakeholder Management Mindset needed when working at a Landed Estate Oh, and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Paul would invest should he have £500m of equity at his disposal?   Catch the newest episode on Spotify and Apple Podcast every Thursday.  Who do you want to see on the Podcast?   The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne. If you're loving what you hear, we kindly ask you to take a moment and show your support by leaving a rating and review for the People Property Place podcast. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Johan set the business up with partner Fawaz AlRajhi in 2019 to provide international investors, typically from the GCC region, direct access to UK and European real estate investment opportunities, asset management and advisory services.   Prior to setting up the business Johan was the Head of International Real Estate at AlRajhi United, managing a multi sector real estate portfolio across the US, UK, continental Europe and the UAE. Johan has held senior positions with several real estate private equity fund managers such as Benson Elliot and Queensgate Investments, having started his career in the real estate investment banking team of Merrill Lynch in London.   I sat down with Johan to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How he got into real estate Early career moves Investing in operational real estate Market timing Why he set up the business Dealing with middle eastern investors Deal alignment Oh and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Johan would invest should he have £500m of equity at his disposal Catch the full episode which will be live on Spotify and Apple from Thursday this week.   The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne. Who do you want to see on the Podcast? Link in the comments below. #realestate #peoplepropertyplace #podcast #property

Ben leads the team at DHL Supply Chain, tasked with stepping up its acquisition, disposal and development programme. Previously Ben was Managing Director at Round Hill Capital, building its logistics platform. He has experience across all the major asset classes and has held asset management, fund management and investment positions throughout his career spanning the UK, European and Global markets. I sat down with Ben to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: Data-informed decisions Taking risks in your career Emerging markets Navigating the current investment landscape Occupier turned developer/investor Oh and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Ben would invest should he have £500m of equity at his disposal Catch the full episode which will be live on Spotify and Apple from Thursday this week. The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne. Who do you want to see on the Podcast?

Lloyd Lee, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Yoo Capital, shares his 24 years of experience in real estate private equity and principal investing. They discuss topics such as having an internal compass, setting up international offices, London real estate opportunities, contrarian investing, and where Lloyd would invest £500m of equity.

Quadrant work with a variety of best in class LP’s from KKR, Tristan, Aimco, Blackrock and Oaktree and invest in UK real estate assets across the risk spectrum, with a focus on managing, repurposing and developing offices, out of town retail and leisure assets. Vanessa has worked at the business since 2014 from CBRE and has had a meteoric rise up the ranks.   I sat down with Vanessa to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How she got into real estate Transferable skills Central London office market RICS relevance Office productisation Navigating building certification ...Oh and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Vanessa would invest should she have £500m of equity at her disposal   Catch the full episode which will be live on Spotify and Apple from Thursday this week.   The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne   Who do you want to see on the Podcast?

Ainslie joined Henderson Global Investors in 2002 and remains with the business today having gained extensive experience running commercial property mandates investing in the U.K. and European markets.   In 2016, Ainslie was recognised by City A.M., as one of the city’s 100 most influential women. She was short-listed for Investment Week’s “Fund Manager of the Year” in 2017, Janus Henderson U.K. Property PAIF received the Portfolio Adviser Platinum Award in January 2018.   I sat down with Ainslie to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How she got into real estate Impact investing Managing fund redemptions Professional relationships What makes a great deal Move to Net Zero in 2030 ...oh and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Ainslie would invest should she have £500m of equity at her disposal.   Catch the full episode which will be live on Spotify and Apple from Thursday this week.   The People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne   Who do you want to see on the Podcast?

Andrew has had two careers – first with the RAF as a helicopter pilot, and secondly in the Real Estate Development world working at Skanska before moving to LCR Property.   At LCR he is an executive board member with national P&L responsibility for their development and property portfolio. He has oversight and leadership of 30+ staff to motivate and the delivery of 50+ projects.   I sat down with Andrew to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How he got into real estate Transferable skills between RAF & Real Estate Development & regenerationStakeholder management Oh and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Andrew would invest should he have £500m of equity at his disposal.   Catch the full episode which will be live on Spotify and Apple from Thursday this week.   People Property Place Podcast is powered by Rockbourne   Who do you want to see on the Podcast?   #podcast #rockbourne #peoplepropertyplace #realestate #lcrproperty

Michael Whitney, Director of Areli Living, discusses his experience in real estate, different stages of development life cycle, assembling external teams, capital stack, plans for 2023, and his investment preferences if he had £500m of equity.