Current vice president Rob Noel, the chief executive of Landsec, takes over the role of president today. He is succeeding Oxford Properties’ Paul Brundage.

Speaking about his appointment, Noel said: “I am honoured to take on the role of BPF President, and my focus over the next year will be twofold: to ensure we continue driving forward the debate to create a more diverse and inclusive real estate industry; and to reinforce our industry’s status as a responsible and vital sector of the UK’s economy. Through the physical environments we create, we facilitate the economy and society at large to thrive.