Embracent is proud to announce the appointment of Richard Brenner as Industry Lead for Real Estate. With decades of experience in sector, Richard brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to further enhance Embracent’s capabilities and drive innovation within the sector.  

Richard’s career has been marked by significant contributions and accomplishments in various leadership roles across the real estate landscape. Most recently, he served as the European Operations Director at Yugo, where he played a pivotal role in driving growth strategies, business transformation, and organisational culture. Prior to that, he held the position of UK and Ireland Operations Director at GSA, where he led operational excellence in the student housing sector. 

Richard’s appointment adds further weight to the team that counts several leaders in the PBSA and BTR sectors as clients and comes at a time of growing demand for sustainable, efficient, and flexible spaces that cater to the evolving needs of students and other communities. The adoption of PropTech solutions, such as smart building technologies and data analytics, is further reshaping how real estate assets are managed, enhancing operational efficiency and tenant experiences.  

Commenting on his appointment, Richard Brenner said:  

“I am absolutely delighted to be able to be working with the team at Embracent, a business that I’ve had the pleasure of being on the receiving end of their great work and first-hand experience working with a number of the amazing team. 

Being a part of a business with huge growth ambitions, with amazingly talented people underpinned by clear values was an obvious choice which has been further validated by their commitment and focus for a more sustainable planet. 

Through my role as Industry Lead for Real Estate, I bring 12 years’ experience of the sector that coupled with first-hand experience of leading multi-disciplined and remote teams through wholescale change I’m looking forward to bringing a practical and client centric support.” 

Embracent CEO, Mark Lockton, commenting on the appointment, said:

“Richard is not just a professional; he’s someone who believes in the power of teamwork and sustainable growth. Embracent, with its ambitious journey and incredibly talented team, felt like the right home for Richard, and he felt like the right fit for us. He is a fantastic addition to the team and I know will be appreciated by our clients in the sector.”