What is your role at Avison Young?

Projects Director leading a team of project planners (schedulers) that support the AYPM teams in the UK.

How did you get into commercial real estate?

Studied for a BSc in Building Technology & Management. Worked primarily for UK buckling contractors and construction managers until joining GVA Second London Wall (now AYPM) in 2014. Always wanted to be involved in building things that shaped the environment.

Share an example of a time you delivered economic, social and environmental value to your clients, colleagues or community?

Difficult to pinpoint one example. I have been involved in driving project delivery timescales for the benefit of clients. I very much enjoy working on projects in the arts having been part of the teams that delivered projects for the British Museum and Tate Gallery. I have been in the industry in UK since 1974 where i started as a trainee. I am proud to have helped a number of younger staff in their career development in recent years.

How has Avison Young supported you in bringing Brand Purpose to life in your work?

Great global communications that have transformed the way that our senior leadership communicate with the staff.