Flexible office provider Argyll has appointed Emily Smith as the company’s new chief executive officer.
Smith has more than 20 years of experience of the London office market and most recently served as Argyll’s COO. Prior to joining Argyll, she worked for the likes of Executive Offices Group and IWG.
In her new role, she will guide Argyll’s next phase of growth, building on the firm’s high occupancy levels and sustained demand for premium flexible workspace.
Former CEO, John Drover, who returned to rebuild the business in 2021, will step into the new role of chairman.
Smith said : “I am delighted to be stepping into the role of CEO at Argyll and to work alongside our partners at Crosstree Real Estate. Following our acquisition of 33 Chancery Lane, there is real impetus for growth in the business, and we are ready to capitalise on the significant opportunity to expand our portfolio and deliver our premium product to the market. Our collection of beautiful buildings in some of London’s best locations has always set us apart, but it is our amazing team that truly makes Argyll special. This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Argyll and one which I am proud to lead.”
Drover added: “Like me, Emily is part of the fabric of Argyll and has been instrumental in helping transform the business over the past five years, culminating in a successful sale to Crosstree in 2025. Emily’s extensive experience and vision make her the perfect fit for the role of CEO and I look forward to seeing all the company achieves under her leadership.”
Liam Singh, managing director at Crosstree Real Estate Partners, said: “We look forward to working with Emily and the Argyll team to navigate Argyll through this this next chapter. Drawing on Emily’s extensive sector knowledge and current market opportunity, we are now on the acquisition trail to find buildings that match the calibre of the existing portfolio and to grow Argyll’s market position.”
