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Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has appointed Kelly Evans as Senior Managing Director of their Multi-Market Advisory Solutions team. Evans, who previously worked at CBRE for 11 years as Global Senior Director for Portfolio Services Sales & Solutions, will report to Paul Koenigsdorf, Executive Managing Director of Occupier Advisory Services.

Evans brings expertise in organizational development, collaborative leadership, and data analytics to strengthen CWK's occupier client relationships. The company's Occupier Advisory Services platform integrates expert consultants and proprietary data analytics to provide strategic solutions across various asset classes, including office, industrial, retail, and data centers.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has been named to USA TODAY's list of America's Climate Leaders 2025, recognizing the company's achievements in carbon emission reduction. To qualify for this recognition, companies must meet specific criteria including: U.S. headquarters, minimum revenue of $50 million in 2023, independent emission reporting for Scope 1 and 2 emissions (2021-2023), at least a C rating from CDP, and demonstration of at least 3% year-over-year reduction in carbon intensity.

The global real estate services firm, through Chief Sustainability Officer Jessica Francisco, emphasizes their commitment to sustainability and offers comprehensive sustainability services to their real estate occupier and investor clients, focusing on reducing operational costs, improving ESG performance, and managing climate-related risks and opportunities.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has appointed Rich Okoney as Global Data Center Practice Lead in their Integrated Facility Management (IFM) Service Line team. Based in Connecticut, Okoney brings over 20 years of experience in critical facilities and data center management. He previously served as Head of Global Data Center Operations & Engineering at JLL and held similar positions at CBRE and Johnson Controls.

Reporting to David Bukovac, Global Head of IFM, Okoney will leverage his expertise in programmatic development, maintenance, operations, construction, and engineering of critical facilities. Cushman & Wakefield's IFM group focuses on reducing facility operating costs through proven processes and building management technology, serving property owners and occupiers across 400 offices in 60 countries. The firm reported revenue of $9.4 billion in 2024.

Cushman & Wakefield (CWK) has strengthened its Houston Office Agency Leasing team with the addition of three industry veterans: Eric Siegrist as Executive Managing Director, and Amanda Nebel and JP Hutcheson as Executive Directors. The trio, joining from Parkway Properties, brings an impressive track record of closing nearly 9 million square feet of Houston office leasing transactions valued at $1.8 billion since 2017.

The team specializes in mixed-use projects, trophy assets, new developments, redevelopment, and multi-building projects. They will focus on growing Investor Services' market share and serving office investor clients across Houston, Texas, and the U.S. platform.

Cushman & Wakefield has strengthened its Boston Capital Markets team with the appointment of Heather Brown and Robert Borden as Vice Chairs. The duo, who previously led debt and structured finance efforts at CBRE Boston, bring over 40 years of combined industry experience and have executed more than $17 billion in structured finance transactions.

Their expertise spans multiple asset types, including life sciences, office, industrial, and multifamily properties. This strategic hire aligns with Cushman & Wakefield's long-term investment strategy to enhance their Capital Markets platform through client-focused, collaborative, and tech-enabled approaches.

The appointments represent a significant move to expand market presence in Boston and New England, with both executives set to focus on debt and structured finance operations. The new Vice Chairs will work alongside existing teams to strengthen service delivery and drive market growth.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has appointed Adam Pastor as Vice Chair of their Industrial Advisory Group (IAG). Based in Southern California, Pastor brings extensive experience in industrial portfolio capital markets, specializing in portfolio sales, recapitalizations, and joint venture equity.

Pastor joins from Eastdil Secured where he served as Managing Director for 20 years, completing over $180 billion in industrial transactions across the United States, Europe, and Australia. Miles Treaster, President of Americas Capital Markets, emphasized the firm's commitment to top talent acquisition to serve clients better.

The National Industrial Advisory Group at Cushman & Wakefield provides comprehensive services including investment sales, acquisitions, joint ventures, and private placements. The team specializes in various industrial sectors such as logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing, offering tailored advisory and transaction services for both individual assets and large portfolios.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results, with total revenue reaching $2.3 billion, marking a 5% increase year-over-year. The company demonstrated robust performance across key metrics:

• Leasing revenue grew 8% (9% in local currency), driven by office and industrial sectors
• Capital markets revenue increased 11%, showing strength across all segments
• Net income improved by $30.7 million to $1.9 million, compared to a loss of $28.8 million in Q1 2024
• Adjusted EBITDA reached $96.2 million, up 23% with margin improvement of 103 basis points

The company maintains strong liquidity of $1.7 billion, including $1.1 billion in undrawn credit facility and $0.6 billion in cash. Notable improvements in operating performance were attributed to strategic initiatives, cost management, and strong global platform capabilities.

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has achieved notable recognition in the 2025 Global Outsourcing 100® program by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals® (IAOP®). The company earned the prestigious 'All Star' status with top scores across all major judging categories and received special recognition for 'Sustained Excellence'.

The firm secured a perfect score in the important Customer References category, demonstrating exceptional value creation for clients. Additional high marks were achieved in Awards and Certifications, Programs for Innovation, and Programs for Social Impact categories.

Their comprehensive service offerings include:

• Property and facilities management
• Project and development services (PDS)
• Portfolio administration
• Transaction management
• Strategic consulting
• Space planning and occupancy management