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CEO of the Year 2020 - Property Consulting

CEO Of the Year 2019 - UK Property Services

Michelle de Havilland is considered as one of the most influential figures in the global property market. With an unparalleled network and extensive expertise, she stands as a highly sought-after advisor and contributor to Real Estate invetment, development and capital markets. Michelle is CEO and Founder of  BlackGate, which provides pragmatic and commercially astute consulting, advisory, capital raising and brokerage services to High Net Worth Clients and Funds seeking to acquire or divest global real estate assets.

She  started her career as a Management Consultant, pioneering groundbreaking research on wireless technology's impact on the built environment. She has held senior directorial positions at prestigious firms including HOK, Woods Bagot, Manhattan Loft Corporation, Xchanging, Land Securities, Dalian Wanda, YOO, Sellar Property Group, and most notably, as the influential Managing Director of Sotheby’s Realty in the UK before setting up BlackGate.

Michelle's legacy includes  the development of over 50 iconic buildings worldwide, including landmarks such as The Shard, The Walkie Talkie, One Nine Elms, The Stratford and the revitalisation of Victoria in London. Her global contributions include the creation of the first branded residences in Hong Kong and the Philippines, residential developments across India and the USA, numerous hotels in Brazil, and the Nakheel Tower in Dubai.

As a recognised television personality, Michelle is a frequent commentator on the property market, lending her insights to documentaries and major media outlets. Her expertise is often quoted in the printed press, earning her the accolade of the "world's most important woman in property." A sought-after speaker, Michelle frequently addresses conferences, candidly discussing pivotal topics within the sector, cementing her position as an industry thought leader.

Michelle is also an experienced and dedicated executive mentor who advises entrepreneurs and senior business leaders on personal and professional development. 

She studied Psychology and Mass Communications at University, complemented by a Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Administration.