Dubai, UAE - CB Richard Ellis (CBRE), the world's leading commercial real estate services company, today announced the appointment of Matthew Green as Head of Research and Consultancy for the UAE region, based in Dubai.
In this role, Matthew will spearhead the in-house research and consultancy capability for the UAE, specifically focusing on growing the consultancy business whilst maintaining current client services and fostering new business opportunities. The research and consultancy offering includes commercial real estate market intelligence and analysis, advice for new developments and opportunities, project feasibility studies and general market insight. The appointment also strengthens CBRE's extensive research capability across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, which includes both in-country and regional teams.
With more than six years experience in the Middle East and UK property markets, Matthew has spent the last two years heading up other Research and Consultancy teams in the UAE and has garnered extensive experience in market studies, feasibility studies, best-use analysis and development consultancy, in the form of reports, presentations and financial analysis.
Nicholas Maclean, Managing Director, CB Richard Ellis Middle East, said:
"As clients' needs have progressed over the past six months due to the continuing global uncertainties, we are pleased to have Matthew joining us, as not only does he bring experience in the UAE and real estate markets, but his research and reporting capabilities will no doubt help support and develop CBRE's presence and clients in the region. Going forward, we aim to maximise this experience across all our sectors through this appointment."
Matthew Green, Head of Research and Consultancy UAE, CB Richard Ellis Middle East, added:
"CBRE's existing research and consultancy business already delivers world-class services to some of our biggest clients. Moving forward we are committed not just to maintaining this standard but also meeting the future needs of our clients across the varied business sectors, as client and business needs evolve."
During his career, he has advised on several high-profile projects within Dubai including at Dubai Marina, Dubai Maritime City, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Jumeirah Heights. He has also undertaken work across the UAE, including developments in Fujairah, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Sharjah and Ras al Khaimah.
His previous work in the region included development advice on two separate villa developments in Dubai and Al Ain, as well as best-use analysis and pricing recommendations. In addition, he recently provided research and consultancy services for a residential development 'Jumeirah Heights' on behalf of Nakheel PJSC. The project in New Dubai included a mix of low- and mid-rise towers and a separate villa complex. In 2008, Matthew offered development advice on a two tower residential and commercial development in Dubai Maritime City. The project included more than 300 apartment units and over 27,000 sq m of leasable office space.
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About CB Richard Ellis
CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world's largest commercial real estate services firm (in terms of 2008 revenue). With over 29,000 employees, the Company serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 300 offices worldwide (excluding affiliate offices). CB Richard Ellis offers strategic advice and execution for property sales and leasing; corporate services; property, facilities and project management; mortgage banking; appraisal and valuation; development services; investment management; and research and consulting. CB Richard Ellis is the only commercial real estate services company named one of the 50 "best in class" companies by BusinessWeek, and was also named one of the 100 fastest growing companies by Fortune. Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.
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