Top CREdentials

In this episode we talk to Fred Schwass, General Projects chief development officer, about his unusual pathway into commercial real estate development via the New York fashion scene and how he landed his first role at Faena Hotels. Fred explains his decision to return to Europe a decade ago to become the first employee at London-based General Projects, and describes his work since restoring heritage buildings across the capital, including JD.com's new UK office headquarters.

What is Top CREdentials?

A monthly podcast from the award-winning CoStar News team, featuring in-depth conversations with senior leaders shaping the UK commercial real estate landscape. Each episode explores the key moments that influenced their careers, the lessons that guide their decisions and their thoughts on the news and trends affecting the market.

CoStar News provides comprehensive data-driven coverage of the sectors, markets, transactions and dealmakers driving commercial real estate across the UK, US and Canada.