This follows last year’s appointment of industry heavy-weights Iain Murray as Partner and Head of Operational Living, alongside his former consultancy team at Cortland, and Oliver Heywood as a Partner in the Capital Markets team to spearhead the significant expansion of the firm’s capital markets offering within the operational living space.
Kate Brennan brings over 22 years of experience in the residential property market, most recently leading the Living Consultancy team at Montagu Evans. Kate has developed a reputation for providing exceptional consultancy and valuation services across the Build to Rent and Single-Family Housing sectors. She has advised a diverse client base, including institutional funds and developers.
Robert Sheldon brings 13 years of experience, most recently as a Partner in Residential Investments at Knight Frank LLP. Throughout his career, Robert has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in investment analysis, agency and brokerage, legal contract negotiation, and development viability. His extensive expertise in managing high-profile transactions, including leading the pitch and closing one of London’s largest Affordable Housing forward funding transactions, will be invaluable in driving Bidwells’ growth and delivering outstanding results for clients.
Kelly Bream, Bidwells’ Chief Operating Officer, commented: “Kate and Robert’s appointments mark an important milestone in the growth of our team. Their knowledge and expertise in the Living Sectors, combined with analytical and client-focused approach will bring tremendous value to both our clients and our team. I look forward to seeing the impact their experience will, undoubtedly, have in strengthening our client offering”.
Commenting on her appointment, Kate Brennan said: “The Living sector remains a resilient market for long term investment. I am excited to see increasing investor and developer confidence and a commitment for housing growth across the UK. This growth reflects a robust, long-term outlook and I am looking forward to playing a part in shaping communities to provide high quality, sustainable, well managed and flexible living spaces”.
Robert Sheldon added:” “Bidwells’ commitment to creating successful, sustainable communities is inspiring. I’m looking forward to helping grow the team and its outstanding track-record and reputation for delivering industry-leading advice and support to its clients”.
Bidwells’ team of operational living specialists spans the entire lifecycle of residential projects. With expertise in PBSA, Co-living, Build-to-Rent, Single Family Housing, and Later Living. This breadth of experience provides Bidwells with unparalleled knowledge and insight across all areas of the operational living industry, making it the go-to team for developers, design teams, and operators.
Kate Brennan joined Bidwells on 6 January. Robert Sheldon joins on 20 January.
