The appointment is the latest in a series of strategic leadership appointments across Cushman & Wakefield's Australian business and reflects the firm's continued investment in Queensland as it expands its platform and client offering across the state.
Ben joins Cushman & Wakefield after a distinguished career leading commercial real estate businesses in Queensland, including Managing Director of Knight Frank, Queensland and National Director, JLL. He also spent five years based in China, developing experience in regional capital flows and offshore client relationships. Most recently, Ben led his own advisory and investment management business which founded a successful modular housing business to address the critical shortage of affordable housing across the country.
Ben’s appointment comes as Queensland builds momentum among Australia’s strongest-performing commercial real estate markets, with robust transaction activity, resilient occupier demand and growing interest from domestic and offshore investors.
Noral Wild, Chief Executive, Australia, New Zealand and North Asia, said, "Ben's appointment is the latest step in strengthening our national leadership team as we continue to invest in markets where we see opportunities for sustained growth.
“Queensland is one of Australia’s most dynamic commercial real estate markets and has been a longstanding focus within our national strategy. Ben's extensive leadership and office investment market experience puts him in great stead to lead our Queensland business as we seek to expand our platform and create greater value for clients.”
Commenting on his appointment, Ben McGrath said, "Queensland continues to present exceptional opportunities across a diverse range of commercial real estate markets, and Cushman & Wakefield is well positioned to help clients realise that potential.
"The business has a talented local and national team and an enviable reputation as a global leader in Commercial Real Estate Markets. I'm looking forward to building on these foundations, strengthening our Core Agency business, and working closely with our clients and people, to drive the next phase of growth for the Queensland business."
Ben’s appointment is effective today and forms part of Cushman & Wakefield’s continued investment in strengthening its Queensland leadership and client platform.
