People: Property operating partner appoints investment director; Cushman & Wakefield welcomes new planner

Citivale, the York-based property operating partner, has strengthened its team with the appointment of Rebecca Farnsworth as Investment Director.

Farnsworth has over 20 years’ experience of commercial property investment and joins from property consultancy Knight Frank in Leeds, where she had been a Partner in the Capital Markets team for nearly 12 years.

She worked across all commercial sectors in the region for a wide client base and led a number of high-profile transactions including the recent sale of 1 City Square, Leeds.

Prior to that, Farnsworth worked in an investment role in London at Weatherall, Green and Smith (now BNP Paribas).

James Appleton-Metcalfe, managing director of Citivale, said: “We are delighted to welcome Rebecca as Citivale’s new investment director. She joins at an important time for the company as we continue to expand and embark on new joint ventures.

“As a highly experienced and talented property professional, Rebecca’s prime task will be sourcing new investment opportunities. The next 12 months are going to be very exciting for Citivale as we consolidate and strengthen our position as a leading operating partner and asset manager in the north of England. Rebecca has a crucial role to play as we go forward.”

She added: “I am delighted to have joined such a successful and respected team. I believe my investment experience will complement the skillsets of the rest of the Citivale team, making us a unique and attractive operating partner, specialising in commercial real estate.

“I look forward to contributing to Citivale’s success, working alongside some excellent colleagues. These are exciting times for the company and I am proud to be part of the journey.”

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Cushman & Wakefield has expanded its Development & Planning team in Leeds with the appointment of Katrina Crisp as Planner.

Crisp joins from Indigo Planning and brings four years’ experience in a variety of sectors. Her work has included retail, infrastructure and residential schemes.

In her new role, Crisp will be responsible for planning appeals, applications and public consultations as well as supporting the wider planning team.

She will report to Katrina Hulse, Planning Partner in Leeds.

Katrina Hulse, Partner, Planning at Cushman & Wakefield in Leeds, said: “We are pleased to welcome Katrina.

“Her experience in a range of sectors will be a great asset to the team and our clients as we continue to grow.”