Derek BAIRD
Property Real Estate
Specialist
Experienced hospitality-focused real estate advisor and appraiser. Strong working knowledge of investor, operator, and lender requirements in the sector while being active in both the UK and US markets before focusing on the latter in recent years prior to his relocation to Southern California. He is highly skilled in off-market asset sourcing and acquisition, together with discreet disposals for long-term clients and Joint Venture creation and ongoing consultancy.
After working for the UK’s largest specialist hospitality real estate advisory company, Derek formed Pacific Property Company in 2002 representing clients in the hospitality sector in the UK and US. He is widely recognized by industry peers as being a successful “under the radar” professional that delivers excellent, client-focused results. His past client base includes working with multiple global brands such as Hilton, Hard Rock, Holiday Inn; and financial institutions such as Bank of America, Starwood Capital, and Deutsche Bank. He also works regularly with numerous family offices including the Windsor Family Trust, Agassi Graf family office and BiP Group.
Derek will lead from conception to delivery whilst also monitoring the market for opportunistic sales within the portfolio where successful investment parameters can be realized.
Howard LEWIS
Events & Entertainment
With over three decades of expertise in the entertainment and event industry.
Specialising in crafting and orchestrating unforgettable experiences on a global scale.
His journey is driven by a passion for creating moments that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide.
Heading up a dynamic global team, Howard has the ability to collaborate with brands and organizations, offering comprehensive support across all facets of planning, management, and execution. From concept to implementation, in order to ensure that each event surpasses expectations and leaves a lasting impression.
Through his consulting endeavours, we've had the privilege of delving into diverse cultures, gaining invaluable insights into global trends and issues. This immersive approach allows the team to tailor services to meet the unique needs and preferences of our clients, no matter where they are in the world.
Howards track record speaks for itself, with a history of successful collaborations with renowned brands across various industries. From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, we thrive on the challenge of delivering innovative entertainment solutions that captivate, inspire, and leave a lasting legacy.
Rick BOGGIA
Food & Beverage Specialist
25 years collaborating with F&B business owners, managers, and industry professionals such as M.D., General Managers, Head Chefs, and more, globally.
Services include concept and brand development, menu creation and training, research and analysis, as well as commercial strategy and operations guidance.
Experience in end-to-end management from brand identity to menu proposition, offering support from idea inception to implementation.
Additional services encompass research, category analysis, and recommendations, along with initial food brief and menu development, brand identity creation, logo design, creative artwork, and brand integration.
Collaborate in menu development, supply chain establishment, kitchen team training, and post-launch performance reviews. Furthermore, offering services/ guidance on commercial strategy, financial business modelling, operational systems implementation, and franchise operation manuals, ensuring financial viability and operational efficiency.
Beverages: With global reach to Vineyards, Breweries and Distilleries.
Drew HORLEY
Music Production for Artists - Audio production for Film, Media & Podcasters
Considered a highly sought after Music Producer, Musician, Engineer and Technician. He studied music technology and sound engineering at Lewisham College and is a gifted musician who plays drums, keyboards & bass.
Music Works
Won various awards including a Music Technology 1998, UK Hip Hop Awards; Best Producer 2002 (DozeGuyz) & Best Newcomer 2002 (Psychic Phenomena). In 2004 he was nominated for a Mercury Music Prize as a musical collaborator with rapper Ty for his album Upwards. He has production credits on five of Ty’s albums & Eps including Awkward (Big Dada 2001), Upwards (Big Dada 2003), Closer (Big Dada 2006) and A Special Kind Of Fool (BBE Records 2010), A Kick Snare & An Idea (Tru Thoughts 2013) & A Work Of Heart (Jazz Refreshed 2019).
Also produced for Berlin-born, London based Soul & Jazz singers Natalie Williams (MOBO Nominee 2007). Drew Produced her 2nd album Secret Garden (East-Side Records 2006). He has also collaborated with artists such as De La Soul, Estelle, Jay Sean, Andrew Roachford. Click here to hear some of Drew’s productions.
Stuart WALKER
Global Commercial Director
Previous experience as a consultant handling exclusively, commercial rights to, Disney, Harry Potter, Lords Cricket (MCC), Formular One, World Gymnastics Championships, The Football League, English Schools FA, The Rugby League World Cup and Centenary 95, the Welsh and Scottish Rugby Unions, RFU, British Lions Rugby.
President of Telemundi UK opening their London office. Experience in handling Licensing and merchandising of the animated characters, for FIFA World Cup. As Senior Group VP of Telemundi International in responsible for diversifying the Group's licensing interests into the sponsorship arena, through a network of 22 offices worldwide. As a result the Group acquired the exclusive marketing rights to many major properties including consecutive FIFA Soccer World Cups, Universal Expo, Rugby World Cup 91, Cowes Week, Guards Polo Club, Arena di Verona, Van Gogh Museum, and many others.
From an original background in Law and Real Estate, joined Ad Agency French LLoyd as account director responsible for BMW in the UK. Appointed Board Director charged with creating new business, resulting in accounts with Akai, Balfour Beatty, Gillette, Jeep, Daihatsu and Rolls Royce. Also handled all sponsorship and events for the Agency's clients. Account Director at CSS ( Event and Motorsport PR and Promotions ) with blue chip clients including Akai, Canon, BMW, Jaguar, Marlboro, JPS, Martini Sport, Virgin Atlantic, UKOBA and Outboard Marine Corp and was responsible for managing the sponsorship interests of the F1 Powerboat World Championship for JPS and Benson & Hedges for 4 years and was appointed to the F1 Commission of the UIM, the sport's governing body.
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