Perspective Ergo is an innovative UK business, offering creative solutions for the investment, development and management of commercial property assets. Despite its relatively tender years (it was established in 2018), Ergo has already developed and managed more than 10 million sq ft of prime real estate. We talk to the company’s Founder, Martin Jepson.
Hi Martin - tell us about your career to date. I have worked in Real Estate for over 35 years, always with a strong focus on the London office market. Prior to Ergo, I was President and COO, UK Office Division, Brookfield Property Partners. I have also held senior executive positions at Hammerson, Howard Holdings, Taylor Woodrow and Delancey. Much of my experience is in acquisition, disposal, asset management and development, on both a project and portfolio basis. I have been responsible for developing some fantastic buildings, such
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as London Wall Place, Principal Place and 100 Bishopsgate. What led you to start Ergo? When I left Brookfield, I had the luxury of time to think about what I really wanted to do. I had a number of offers from some great companies, but I took the decision to move away from the larger corporate machines and start something on my own. Ergo has now been trading for two years, and we have been extremely fortunate to get funding from NFU Mutual, who are great partners. The first year was very much about setup and establishing £250-£300 million as
