Cushman & Wakefield Welcomes Rob Borden and Heather Brown as Vice Chairs in Boston

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cushman & Wakefield announced today that Heather Brown and Robert Borden have joined the real estate services firm as Vice Chairs on the firm’s Capital Markets team. Based out of Boston, Brown and Borden will focus on debt and structured finance, leveraging their extensive expertise to deliver superior results for clients.

“We’re excited to welcome Heather and Rob to our Capital Markets group,” said Rob Skinner, Managing Principal of New England. “Their remarkable expertise, proven track records and shared dedication to client success make them invaluable additions to our team. By bringing on this exceptional team, we’re reinforcing our commitment to excellence, fostering collaboration and strengthening our ability to deliver outstanding results while expanding our presence in the market.”

Brown and Borden collectively bring more than 40 years of industry experience, having executed over $17 billion in structured finance transactions across asset types including life sciences, office, industrial and multifamily. Most recently, they led debt and structured finance efforts at CBRE in Boston, where they played a pivotal role in executing large-scale transactions and shaping national strategies.

“Welcoming Heather and Rob to our Capital Markets team is a direct reflection of our long-term investment strategy,” said Miles Treaster, President of Capital Markets, Americas. “We are focused on taking a thoughtful and deliberate approach to redefining our platform—one grounded in client input, collaboration and tech-enabled. This addition is another step in building the Capital Markets organization our clients need today.”

“Heather and Rob embody the innovation, expertise and collaborative spirit that define our EDSF platform,” added Rob Rubano, Head of Debt & Structured Finance, U.S. “Their seamless integration will not only strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes but will also position us to further expand our market share and set new benchmarks in Boston and New England.”

“We are incredibly excited to join Cushman & Wakefield’s global platform,” said Brown. “The firm’s powerhouse teams, forward-thinking culture and commitment to providing clients with best-in-class services made this an obvious decision. We look forward to collaborating with our talented colleagues to deliver outstanding results for our clients.”

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices and 60 countries. In 2024, the firm reported revenue of $9.4 billion across its core service lines of Services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.