Trustek has recruited ESG and technology expert Katie Whipp to its management team. Whipp was previously head of UK and Ireland at Deepki and prior to that she enjoyed stints at CBRE and Cluttons.
Freddie Pritchard-Smith, founder of Trustek, said: “Trustek is on a rapid growth curve and we’re working with an expanding international client base. Katie has been integral to Deepki’s expansion into the UK and beyond, delivering outperformance year-on-year and will be a tremendous asset as our business continues to develop.
“Her prior experience at CBRE and Cluttons has given Katie a deep understanding of UK real estate and the challenges that face owners and occupiers who are looking to deploy smart building tech that can respond to new working modes, boost efficiency and deliver cost savings.”
Whipp added: “There are now an estimated 10,000-plus proptech solutions many of which are vying for the attention of owners and occupiers. It can be bewildering to be on the receiving end of that – and even harder to then adopt the tech that will make a positive contribution to your operations. Trustek cuts through that noise and advises on how to understand the tech you need, select the right products, deploy them and how to measure their financial effectiveness.
“ESG requirements and the pathway to net zero are converging with the smart building tech that can play a major role in delivering sustainable practice and benefits. I want to use my experience in both these fields to help clients find long-term solutions that can evolve to meet changing operational and business needs.”
