Former Knight Frank CEO joins proptech company to drive sustainability agenda
Appointment Underlines Vision Zero Connect's Ambitions in Asia
Quick Facts
Strategic Appointment Strengthens Asian Operations
Vision Zero Connect today announced the appointment of Piers Brunner as Non-Executive Director, marking a strategic move to fuse deep real estate expertise with pioneering sustainability solutions. The appointment of Brunner – a real estate veteran who was most recently Chief Executive Officer of Knight Frank's Greater China operations – underscores the company's commitment to shaping a more sustainable property sector at a time when investors and regulators alike demand greater transparency and reduced carbon footprints.
"Piers brings an unparalleled blend of market insight and strategic acumen to our board. His extensive experience in the Asian real estate market, coupled with his proven record in high-value transactions and property advisory, will enhance our ability to lead the industry towards a more sustainable future." His appointment positions us to deliver value to our clients through cutting‐edge technology and will allow us to capitalise on the cornerstone clients we have already begun working with in Europe.— Richard Ford, Chief Executive Officer of Vision Zero Connect
Extensive Industry Experience
Career Highlights
- 35 years in the real estate sector with 30 years spent in Asia
- Chartered Surveyor with expertise in valuation, consultancy and agency services
- Led major teams at Colliers Asia and Knight Frank
- Led Greater China operations with a focus on large-scale, cross-border transactions
Sustainability Focus
Brunner recently completed a Non-Executive Director course with a major focus on sustainability. This, combined with his extensive background in real estate and hands-on experience in NED roles, leaves him ideally placed to support clients in Asia on their journey to net zero.
Statement from Piers Brunner
"I am delighted to join Vision Zero Connect at a juncture that beautifully aligns with both my professional expertise and my passion for sustainability. I have witnessed firsthand how property companies need to do more to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a greener future. I firmly believe that the integration of state-of-the-art technology with robust management processes is key to realising this objective. My appointment is not just a career milestone but a commitment to drive the sustainability agenda that the real estate sector so urgently needs."
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Key Features
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Benefits
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"Piers's appointment is testament to our ongoing strategy to blend rigorous market experience with innovative ESG technology. His expertise will be instrumental in expanding our influence across key markets in Asia and driving our commitment to sustainable asset management. I am confident his guidance will help us deliver our cutting-edge technology to a sector sorely in need of change."
— Peter Dampier, Managing Director of Vision Zero Connect in Asia
About Vision Zero Connect
Vision Zero Connect is a dynamic leader in ESG management, combining over 20 years of sustainability expertise with a future-forward vision. With headquarters in London, Nottingham, Hong Kong, and Malta, and a growing team of 10+ in-house experts, Vision Zero Connect serves clients across diverse sectors and global markets.
Vision Zero Connect is committed to accelerating sustainable transformation for organizations worldwide. Through innovative tools like ESG Navigate and Portfolio One, Vision Zero Connect empowers businesses to make data-driven decisions, track ESG performance, and unlock commercial opportunities.
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