Investment in the residential real estate sector in Spain continue to grow, and the co-living and co-ownership sectors are becoming increasingly popular. This way of life that considers housing not just as property but as a service is attracting attention among investors. Although the uncertain economic moment and the ‘Wait and See’ can be a push-back in terms of financing and new developments.
The first Club Meeting of 2023 will receive its members at Be Casa, a new type of flexible accommodation developed by Greystar. Join us for a friendly chat focused on investments in the segment, followed by an exclusive site visit.
Prior to joining Greystar, Mr. Acosta worked within CBRE’s Global Investment Partners (“CBRE GIP") as well at ING Real Estate, where he was responsible for sourcing, acquisitions and portfolio management across Continental Europe. Since joining CBRE GIP in 2011, Juan has been responsible for the acquisition and management of over €2.5bn of assets including €1.5bn of residential and student housing opportunities throughout Continental Europe. Juan started his career in 2003 at PwC Argentina in the advisory practice before joining ING Group in 2007. Juan received his MSc in International Finance at Amsterdam University.
Alicia Alvarez
Head of Real Estate Finance Spainpbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank
Carlos Molero joined EQT Partners in November 2019. Prior to joining EQT Partners, Carlos was Head of Sourcing & Acquisitions at Activum SG, focusing on acquisitions and asset management. Prior to that, Carlos was Director of Corporate Finance within the real estate advisory division at KPMG, Head of Real Estate Single Asset Transactions at PwC and responsible for Corporate Solutions at JLL.
Carlos holds an International MBA from University Antonio de Nebrija and a Professional Certificate in International Business from University of California.
Carlos is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).
Ms Perez Liz, based in Madrid, is the Managing Director of Kennedy Wilson Spain and has almost 20 years of investment banking, real estate and capital markets experience throughout Spain and the rest of Europe. Prior to joining Kennedy Wilson, she was a Managing Director of Banco Santander’s restructuring unit for medium size corporates, and had previously played different roles at PwC, and Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan in London . Over her career, Ms Perez has intervened in the completion of more than 25bn in European real-estate related transactions, including equity, direct lending, mezzanine, securitisation, and restructuring work.
Esteve leads all Node Iberian efforts, which are organized across three departments: development, operations and capital markets. He has extensive experience in coliving, multifamily and vacation rentals and previously worked at Starcity, Airbnb and VTS. Esteve has a degree in Finance from New York University.
Ignacio is a founding partner of Momentum REIM and responsible for business development since 2008. He studied Law at ICADE and Business Administration at UNED and has a Master in SME Management from EOI and a Master in Real Estate Management from ICADE. From 2004 to 2012 he has been a Postgraduate Professor at ICADE. In 2000 he began his professional career in the RE consultancy division of Arthur Andersen, and after years of experience in the sector he held the position of CEO in Grupo Gesfesa and Deputy Managing Director in Grupo Vemusa, RE companies focused on residential and tertiary development business. MOMENTUM was born in 2008 with the conviction that the change of cycle would generate good opportunities for the RE business.
José leads the investment team for several of Azora’s investment vehicles.
Prior to joining the Azora Group in 2013, he worked for 10 years in Investment Banking at UBS and 2 years as a consultant in BCG.
José holds a degree in Business Administration from ICADE and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Co-living Fundamentals – What are the main drivers for attracting investments in co-living, rather than other living sectors?
Development Framework – Obstacles for developments at the local and regional levels?
Financing – Current challenges for alternative and traditional lenders? Requirements to increase liquidity within the lending universe and lenders backing new market opportunities?
Operational Challenges – Tracking the best practices and lessons learned
Capital Markets – Structural shifting capital allocation strategies favouring co-living assets or niche opportunity? What to expect in terms of asset liquidity and future buyers?
Timetable
11:00 - 11:30 | Registration and Welcome Coffee
11:30 -12:30 | Discussion
12:30 -13:00 | Networking and Drinks
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Co-living Fundamentals – What are the main drivers for attracting investments in co-living, rather than other living sectors?
