Bridges Fund Management has appointed John Gellatly as a Non-Executive Director. He brings nearly 40 years of experience in global real estate investment.
In this new role, John will help drive the continued growth of Bridges’ property platform, working closely with Chair Philip Newborough, CEO Michele Giddens, and investment lead Simon Ringer. He also currently serves as Chair of the RICS Property Investment Forum.
“We’re thrilled to welcome John to the board. Over the past 15 years, our UK property platform has gone from strength to strength. John’s breadth of experience, strategic insight, and global network will be instrumental as we aim to accelerate our growth in the coming decade.”
Philip Newborough, Chair, Bridges Fund Management
John was most recently Chief Investment Officer for Real Estate at sovereign wealth fund Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC). Here, he oversaw its global real estate portfolio.
Previously, he led Aviva Investors’ global indirect real estate platform and held senior roles at BlackRock, Credit Suisse First Boston, and ABN AMRO.
“I met the Bridges team over 20 years ago and have admired their journey ever since. I believe sustainable, impact-driven real estate plays a crucial role in the future, and Bridges is already a leader in this space. I’m excited to help expand the platform and continue showcasing its value.”
John Gellatly, non-Executive Director, Bridges Fund Management
Bridges was founded in 2002 by Sir Ronald Cohen, Michele Giddens and Philip Newborough – driven by a shared belief that business and investment can help address some of the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges.
Over the subsequent two decades, they have raised over £1.7bn across three private markets strategies, and played a significant role in building the global market for this kind of investing.
“We’re passionate about using investment to find scalable solutions to the challenges facing people and the planet. Collectively, our team has decades of experience working with like-minded partners, helping them to maximise the potential and optimise the impact of their ideas.”
Bridges Fund Management
Recently, Bridges, alongside HUB, partnered with HGP to deliver the Shore Station purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in Leith, Edinburgh. It will deliver 604 new student bedrooms and design-led internal and external amenity spaces.
