ASK4 is pleased to announce the appointment of Laure Duhot as the new non-executive chairperson of its board of directors. This appointment follows the acquisition of ASK4 by GI Partners in December of last year.
Laure brings 25 years of extensive experience as a senior executive and non-executive director (NED) in real estate, with a particular focus on the living sector. Her impressive track record includes leadership roles at prominent organizations such as Lendlease, Grainger, Pradera, and Sunrise Senior Living. Within these companies, Laure led investment, capital markets and/or fund management, significantly expanding operations and funds under management through a mix of large regeneration schemes, greenfield developments, and acquisitions across the UK and Europe. Notably, at Grainger, Laure pioneered the UK build-to-rent sector, and at Sunrise, she was instrumental in launching innovative senior living schemes in the UK.
In addition to her property sector experience, Laure has 12 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, fixed income, and corporate lending. As a founding partner of real estate investment boutique Macquarie Capital Partners (renamed “M3CP”), Laure has demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit and leadership ability. She currently serves as an independent member of the CBRE-IM UK Investment Committee and holds NED positions on the boards of PHP plc, Safestore plc, and Pegasus Homes.
Speaking of her appointment, Laure said: “I am delighted to be joining ASK4 as it continues to expand its leadership across European markets. Coming from the client-side, I know how a fast and secure Internet connection is a top priority and indeed a prerequisite for all residents in multi-tenant sectors such as PBSA, BTR and Senior and Later Living.”
ASK4 CEO Andrew Dutton expressed his enthusiasm for the appointment, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Laure as our new chairperson. Her extensive experience and visionary leadership in the property and investment sectors will be invaluable as we continue to drive growth and innovation across the UK and Europe. Laure's appointment also reflects our commitment to fostering diversity at the board level, which we believe is crucial for our ongoing success."
Matt Barker, managing director and head of Europe for GI Data Infrastructure, added, "Laure's appointment is a significant milestone for ASK4. Her deep industry knowledge and strategic acumen will be key assets as we work together to develop ASK4’s services and enhance its market position. We are excited to have Laure on board and look forward to her contributions to our future endeavors."
Laure Duhot's appointment underscores ASK4's determination to continue to develop and excel as a specialist managed service provider to multi-tenant buildings throughout Europe.
About ASK4
ASK4 delivers end-to-end technology solutions that underpin the operational performance of the organizations and buildings it serves, and the ability of teams and building residents to live life and work productively. ASK4 currently serves over 300,000 customers in assets with a combined value of over $60 billion in 12 countries.
About GI Partners
GI Partners is a private investment firm with over 170 employees and offices in San Francisco, New York, Dallas, Chicago, Greenwich, Scottsdale, and London. The firm has raised more than $43 billion in capital and invests on behalf of leading institutional investors around the world through its private equity, real estate, and data infrastructure strategies. For more information, please visit www.gipartners.com.
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