Heartwood Properties is entering a new phase of growth and market visibility, announcing both a senior board appointment and a forthcoming secondary listing on A2X Markets.

The commercial and industrial property investment and development company has appointed former Emira CEO Geoff Jennett as a non-executive director, strengthening its board as it advances a growing development pipeline.

Jennett brings 35 years’ experience in financial management, strategy and leadership.

During his time at Emira, Jennett oversaw several significant milestones, including the group’s conversion to a real estate investment trust, investment in US power-centre retail assets, the acquisition and eventual delisting of Transcend Residential Property Fund, and targeted disposals to improve liquidity. He also led an investment into the DL Invest Group in Poland.

“I’m thrilled to have joined the Heartwoods Properties Limited board and to contribute my expertise, insights and independent advice on a non-executive director level. I look forward to offering mentoring and strategy consulting as part of the company’s strong focus on governance,” says Jennett.

Heartwood CEO John Whall said the appointment comes as sentiment toward the property sector improves and as the company positions itself for its next growth phase.

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