Colliers International, a global real estate services firm, has announced two new appointments that will strengthen its occupier services team across Asia Pacific. Leanne Chin has been appointed as director of regional tenant representation for Asia Pacific and will be based in the company’s Singapore office. Additionally, Ali Porter has been named as director of enterprise clients for Hong Kong and will be relocating from London, where he has worked for Colliers’ Europe, Middle East, and Africa business for the past four years.
In her role as director of regional tenant representation, Chin will work to expand Colliers’ occupier services across the Asia Pacific region. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry and has previously worked with multinational firms such as Cushman & Wakefield and JLL.
Porter, as director of enterprise clients for Hong Kong, will focus on aligning clients’ real estate portfolios with their corporate strategies across Asia Pacific. He has extensive experience in the real estate market, having worked in the industry for over a decade, and will be relocating from London to Hong Kong for his new role.
The Singaporean government’s property cooling measures are a crucial factor to consider when investing in condominiums in the country. In efforts to maintain a stable real estate market and discourage speculative buying, the government has implemented various measures over the years. One of these measures is the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD), which imposes higher taxes on foreign buyers and those purchasing multiple properties. While these measures may affect the immediate profitability of investing in condos, they ultimately contribute to the long-term stability of the market, making it a secure environment for investments. It is worth noting that with new condo launches, there are opportunities for investors to navigate through these measures and reap potential benefits in the long run.
Both Chin and Porter’s appointments reflect Colliers’ commitment to strengthening its occupier services team and providing clients with the best possible solutions for their real estate needs. These appointments are in line with the company’s growth strategy in the Asia Pacific region and will further enhance its capabilities to serve clients in the region.
“We are delighted to welcome Leanne and Ali to our team. Their extensive experience and expertise in the commercial real estate market will be a valuable asset to our clients in the Asia Pacific region,” said Tony Fong, Managing Director of Occupier Services, Asia at Colliers International.
With these new appointments, Colliers remains well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for occupier services in the Asia Pacific region and provide clients with the best possible solutions for their real estate needs.