Property investor and developer Howard Group has appointed Andy Creighton as group property director.
Creighton most recently served as head of investment management at Cromwell Property Group. Prior to that, he was director of property at Henderson Global Investors and head of UK real estate and head of investment management for Europe at Aberdeen.
In his new role, Creighton will be responsible for overseeing Howard Group’s property activities, including its investment, development and asset management functions. He will also be appointed to the board of directors and join the company’s executive team.
Nicholas Bewes, CEO of Howard Group, said: “I am extremely pleased to welcome Andy to the Howard Group team – his appointment as group property director marks an important step for us. As a member of the executive team, he will lead our property activities and be accountable to the board for delivering our property strategy.
“In addition, as we progress towards delivering our centenary vision, Andy will play a key role in shaping our plans and maximising the potential of our investment portfolio to drive future growth. His extensive senior level experience in the commercial property sector will be invaluable as we enter the next chapter of our family business story.”
Creighton added: “I feel privileged to join Howard Group at this important time and look forward to playing a key role in its ongoing development. Howard Group’s portfolio is made up of some great assets with considerable value-creation opportunities across all the major real estate sectors. I very much look forward to helping Nicholas and the rest of the team crystallise this value and adding to the diversified portfolio as opportunities present themselves as the group continues to deliver shareholder value.”
