DeVono Cresa, an advisory firm focusing solely on occupiers has appointed ex-Vail Williams boss Ian Rudland as chairman.
Rudland has more than 30 years of experience in the property sector, advising occupiers across the UK and internationally.
He spent 18 years as chief executive of Vail Williams and has experience in growing advisory firms to provide a range of services including office agency, valuations, building surveying, business rates, asset management and town planning.
Rudland said: “DeVono Cresa is brimming with energy, ideas and ambition. I have been impressed by the cohesiveness of the how all the teams work together and their collective desire to deliver outstanding service and results to their clients.
“In the rapidly changing world in which we find ourselves, the ability to spot opportunity and move quickly as a team to seize the initiative is crucial to success. This is a business where all the foundations have been well laid and I am thrilled to be able to bring my experience to DeVona Cresa as they embark on the next stage of their growth.”
DeVono Cresa joint chief executive Luke Philpott said: “Ian has a great reputation in occupier advisory representation and his track as a strategic thinker and record for leading growth is well known. We have big plans for the future and Ian has the experience and energy to help us manage the business to the next level – and most importantly he is a great fit for our culture.”
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