Real estate investment fund manager Clarion Partners Europe has appointed Bruno Berretta to the newly created role of vice president, head of research – European markets.
Berretta, who joins from Cushman & Wakefield where he was an associate director covering the UK industrial and retail sectors, will be responsible for analysing data and trends impacting the European logistics markets, and creating thematic-based investment strategies to support Clarion with capital deployment and fund raising activities.
Alistair Calvert, CEO of Clarion Partners Europe, said: “Bruno has a track record driving strategic research projects across Europe. Clarion Partners Europe is one of Europe’s longest standing industrial and logistics investors and Bruno’s deep understanding of the sector and data-led approach will be invaluable in ensuring we continue to outperform in what is an increasingly complex market.”
Berretta added: “The pace of the industrial and logistics sector’s evolution requires an ever more forensic approach to ensure managers stay ahead of the competition. I am excited to be bringing my experience to support one of the most highly regarded platforms in Europe as it looks to deliver on its significant growth ambitions.”
