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CBRE Appoints Derek Chow to Lead New Hong Kong Luxury Residential Investment Unit
CBRE announced it has appointed Derek Chow to the newly created position of Executive Director, Head of Residential Investment, Capital Markets in Hong Kong. The appointment, which took effect September 9, is part of a strategic initiative by the real estate services firm to build out its luxury residential platform.
Strategic Expansion into Luxury Market
In his new role, Chow is tasked with establishing and leading CBRE's platform for high-value residential advisory and transaction services. According to the company's announcement, the unit will focus on enhancing services for ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), family offices, developers, financial institutions, and cross-border investors.
Chow will be responsible for developing a specialized business platform with a distinct competitive advantage in the high-end market. He will report to Jonathan Chau, Managing Director & Head of Capital Markets for CBRE Hong Kong.
A Veteran's Track Record
AdChow brings 28 years of experience in the luxury property sector across Hong Kong, mainland China, Asia, and the United Kingdom. He is widely recognized as one of Hong Kong's most influential luxury residential advisors.
Prior to joining CBRE, Chow spent 17 years at Savills, where he held several senior management positions, including serving as a board member and senior director. He has personally participated in property transactions totaling over HK$30 billion, including landmark deals for properties such as Mount Nicholson, OPUS HONG KONG, and 3 Deep Water Bay Road.
Executive Commentary
"Derek's appointment reflects our commitment to expanding our core capabilities in response to growing client demand for integrated capital markets, wealth management, and real estate advisory services," said Jonathan Chau in a statement. "With his market credibility, strategic vision, and ability to build high-performance business platforms, Derek is undoubtedly the best person to lead the establishment and expansion of our luxury residential business."
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