Roebuck is an an institutional grade pan-European real estate logistics investor who identify and create investment strategies across the risk spectrum, including core, core + and value add. Their current portfolio spans 7 countries, with more than 100 assets and a value in excess of €2.6bn. Hugh is a graduate of Cass Business School (now Bayes) and started his career at BNP Paribas – he has since transacted more than €3.25bn within the logistics sector and has key relationships with the key investors, occupiers, developers and lenders in all of Roebucks target markets.   I sat down with Hugh to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How he got into real estate Why he set up Roebuck The reality of starting a business Institutionalising the business IOS – Industrial Open Storage Growth plans Oh and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Hugh 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. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Grow Places are a creative and compassionate property developer and development manager who build long term relationships to unlock complex problems found in the built environment, focused on future trends and design excellence.   They bring fairness and compassion to the development process for all stakeholders, combining a growth mindset and approach.   Tom has worked in real estate since 2009, initially as an architect before moving to Stanhope where he spent 10 years working on some incredible schemes as a Development Director and latterly Design Director.   He set Grow Places up in March 2023, along with launching his Podcast, People Grow Places and a foundation called The Grow Foundation.   I sat down with Tom to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How he got into real estate Design lead development Different stages of the development cycle Why he set up Grow Places Developer business models The Grow Foundation + Impact Turning an idea into reality Oh, and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Tom 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. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Cadillac Fairview is a globally focused owner, operator, investor, and developer of best-in-class real estate across retail, office, residential, industrial and mixed-use asset classes. Wholly owned by the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, CF manages in excess of $40 billion of assets across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.   In the past couple of years, Cadillac’s landmark European investments have included establishing a €3bn logistics joint venture with Boreal IM, investing into a £1.5bn BTR partnership led by Long Harbour Ltd, and buying into a £700m pound life sciences project - Oxford North and acquiring a stake in Stanhope PLC.   Wajeha is a graduate of both Cornell University and Harvard University – where she studied a Bachelor of Architecture and a Masters in Real Estate Finance. She has held roles at leading real estate institutions such as GIC and Hines, and her work has taken her across the USA and Europe.   I sat down with Wajeha to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How she got into real estate Platform & portfolio deals Forming JV’s Investment Mindset Opportunities in the market Oh, and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Wajeha 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. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Alpha is a specialist real assets investment manager focused on secure income strategies with over £4 billion of assets under management. They invest in UK and European assets with predictable secure long term cash flows – these investments cover commercial ground rents, UK renewable infrastructure, social real estate and secured lending, combining operational real estate expertise and fixed income skills.   Anne is an experienced fund manager and has worked at Aegon Asset Management, Aviva and Schroders in one guise or another. She studied Land Management and Development at Reading University and is a Chartered Surveyor, and even finds the time to sit on the AREF Corporate Governance Committee.   I sat down with Anne to discuss a broad range of subjects which covered some of the following topics: How she got into Real Estate NOIR (Not Office, Industrial or Retail) Impact investing Niches within niches Oh, and one last question - who are the People, what Property, and in which Place Anne 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. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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.