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Cushman & Wakefield Appoints Robert Thornburgh as Southwest Regional President
Slice of Real Estate Team
February 17, 2025
Key Highlights:
Robert Thornburgh appointed Southwest Regional President at Cushman & Wakefield.
He will oversee strategic growth, client service, and talent development in Southern California, Nevada, Phoenix, Colorado, Utah, and Idaho.
Reports to Victoria Malkin, President, Americas Markets.
Former CEO of SIOR, where he significantly enhanced membership and industry influence.
Based in Los Angeles, he aims to strengthen client relationships and collaborate with Cushman & Wakefield professionals.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
“We are thrilled to welcome Robert to Cushman & Wakefield as he takes on this important leadership role. His significant experience and expertise of brokerage operations and the fundamentals of our industry, combined with his service-oriented approach to clients, will help propel our business forward, in the Southwest and across the Americas.”
“I look forward to this incredible opportunity to lead and further strengthen our deep client relationships throughout the Southwest region, helping investors and occupiers source opportunities in both established and emerging markets.”
Why This Matters:
Robert Thornburgh’s appointment marks a strategic move by Cushman & Wakefield to drive growth and client engagement in the Southwest, a region critical to the firm’s expansion. With his leadership experience at SIOR and deep industry expertise, Thornburgh is set to enhance talent development, market positioning, and partnership-building, reinforcing Cushman & Wakefield’s presence across major commercial hubs.