And The Winner Is ...
Photographs courtesy of James Winspear.
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 Young Person’s Essay Competition - Run in conjunction with Property Week and sponsored by Johnson Controls Global WorkPlace Solutions, this year’s essay competition invited people under the age of 30 to write 500 words on one of three topics; the impact of lease liabilities on occupiers, the role of social media for occupiers and whether there is a need for more ethnic diversity in property.
Winner Helen Casey, who works for Legacy Portfolio, wrote a persuasive essay on the subject of ‘Generation Twitter’, in which she displayed that she clearly believes and practices what she talks about and included some ‘top tips’.
 Sustainability & Innovation - Sponsored by hurleypalmerflatt, this award recognises a project, process or product bringing new ideas and fresh thinking to corporate real estate and workplace design.
Winner Ruth Standring from Standard Chartered Bank leads a team delivering up to 18% reduction in emissions in what is an industry-leading example of how to implement global sustainability, whilst recognising portfolio scale and diversity. By focusing on local markets, Standard Chartered creates relevant sustainability solutions that make a real impact on the ground and continue to drive the environmental sustainability agenda in the many countries in which it operates.
To view the nomination video, click here.
 Partnership of the Year - This award recognises the increasing importance of not simply service provision but ‘partnerships’. Collaborations which, through exceptional business practices and a solution-based approach, have exceeded the business expectations of their customers and benefited an organisation’s business model or profitability.
The winning partnership is Cushman Wakefield and building supplies firm Wolseley for ‘Project Stuart’, in which they implemented the first major outsourcing of a surplus UK lease portfolio in one single transaction. The project reduced gross liability and subtenant risk by approximately 50% within the first six months.
To view the nomination video, click here.
 Executive of the Year - Sponsored by SEGRO, this award honours an individual who has demonstrated the highest quality of leadership, as recognised within an organisation and the industry. It is a reflection of how the nominee has raised the profile of the industry and its value to business, led major change and earned the respect of his or her peers.
Winner John Killey of Citi Group has brought one of the largest global corporations to a position of financial sector leadership in sustainability, with projects such as the first LEED platinum-rated data centre in the world.
To view the nomination video, click here.
 Significant Contribution Award - This year’s discretionary award was presented to Ginny Gibson from Henley Business School at the University of Reading. The areas of achievement which CoreNet UK seeks to recognise are business focus and strategy; operational excellence; workplace environment and knowledge creation.
The judging committee commented: “For many years, Ginny has been the voice of academic rigour in the corporate real estate industry. Ever present at seminars, advancing thinking and knowledge in the property professions, publishing widely and undertaking research for major corporates and Government alike.”
 President’s Award - 2010/2011 CoreNet Global UK Chapter president Nigel Baker wished to recognise a specific individual who has added value, charisma and insight to the CRE industry during their career.
Winner Tim Caiger has had a distinguished career and remains a consultant to Oracle, despite having retired in 2010. He has been a stalwart supporter of professionalism and individual career development and is a former president of CoreNet Global UK Chapter.
 Incoming president Ian Smith said of the 2011 awards winners: “Congratulations go to each and every one of the individuals and teams that were shortlisted as they shone out among their peers and this is a fantastic achievement.
“Of course, our winners deserve special praise as they truly stand for everything that is great about our industry. Their professionalism, innovation and leadership make them role models and educators for future generations.”
The judging panel includes:
- Irene Masterton (Chair), General Manager Retail Real Estate, Shell International
- Greg Koplick (Interview Panel Chair)
- David Corry, Director, Turner & Townsend Europe
- Christopher Hedley, Director Occupiers Service, IPD Global
- Helen Latham
- Roger Taylor, Director of Property & Facilities, Learning & Skills Council
- Shelley Frost, Director Corporate Solutions, Jones Lang LaSalle
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