Piet Van Poppel
Hove
Summary
As a dynamic and influential leader with a proven pan-European track record in the institutional real estate sector, I drive success through robust networking and a solution-oriented mindset. With an analytical approach to problem-solving and leveraging on my deep understanding of the retail market, I consistently identify growth opportunities and drive strategic initiatives that optimize performance and align with evolving consumer trends. I excel in motivating teams and fostering a collaborative environment. My commitment to being a supportive leader, as highlighted by my Insights Discovery profile, underscores my dedication to the personal and professional growth of all team members, resulting in the consistent achievement of business goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Country Manager Belgium
CBRE Investment Management
09.2015 - 03.2025
- Responsible for the overall strategy and performance of the Belgian investments (Retail, Logistics, Offices)
- Responsible for the acquisition and disposal process
- Oversight on the execution of the asset management business plans
- General Management of the Belgian office (HR, Finance, Marketing,…)
- Assets under Management have grown from 60M EUR to 1.6BN EUR mainly by off-market transactions
- Continuous outperformance of the relevant IPD and INREV benchmark
- Created strong, stable and young team from 3 fte's to 10 fte's
Head of Logistics Transactions EMEA
CBRE Investment Management
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Oversight on all logistic transactions EMEA (portfolio of 14bn EUR)
- Coordinate a team of 35 transaction managers in 12 countries (matrix-organization)
- Determine the EMEA logistic investment & ESG strategy for the near future
- Introduction of matrix-organization for EMEA transaction managers
Senior Asset & Transaction Manager Retail
CBRE Investment Management
01.2006 - 09.2015
- Responsible for the strategy and execution of the Belgian retail portfolio (750m EUR in Shopping Centers, Retail Parks and inner-city)
- Determining and implementing the Business Plans per asset, including financials, leasing strategy, maintenance & operations, cap-ex, marketing,...
- Sourcing and execution (DD, negotiation, closing) of retail investment opportunities in excess of 1bn EUR
- Establishing a wide network amongst retailers, landlords, brokers, municipalities,... (board member BLSC)
- Member of CBRE Group EMEA Retail SteerCo and CBRE IM European Retail Platform
Head of property management
Ceusters - Shopping Center Management Services
12.2004 - 12.2005
Portfolio Manager
Ceusters - Shopping Center Management Services
09.2001 - 12.2004
Education
Master Real Estate -
Catholic university Leuven
Master in Economics -
EHSAL Management School Brussels
ASO Mathematic(8h) - Sciences
Onze Lieve Vrouw College
Skills
- Strategic Real Estate Investment Management
- Fund & Asset management
- Retail & Shopping Center Management
- Real Estate transactions / structuring
- General management / Team player
Languages
Dutch
Native
French
Fluent
English
Fluent
References
Sophie Van Oosterom - Global Head of Real Estate - CPP Investments
Chris Gardener - Head of European Retail - CBRE
Roland Cracco - CEO - Interparking
Luc Plasman - Secretaris Generaal - BLSC
Timeline
Head of Logistics Transactions EMEA
CBRE Investment Management
03.2022 - 03.2025
Country Manager Belgium
CBRE Investment Management
09.2015 - 03.2025
Senior Asset & Transaction Manager Retail
CBRE Investment Management
01.2006 - 09.2015
Head of property management
Ceusters - Shopping Center Management Services
12.2004 - 12.2005
Portfolio Manager
Ceusters - Shopping Center Management Services
09.2001 - 12.2004
Master Real Estate -
Catholic university Leuven
Master in Economics -
EHSAL Management School Brussels
ASO Mathematic(8h) - Sciences
Onze Lieve Vrouw College