DPR appoints new managing director
DPR, a leading advisory firm specialising in light advisory and neighbourly matters, with offices in London, Manchester, Liverpool, Bristol and Dublin, has appointed Jont Cole as managing director.
With over 25 years of experience in strategic leadership, business transformation and operational excellence, Jont brings a wealth of expertise that will strengthen DPR’s capabilities and support continued growth.
Previously, Jont held leadership roles at JLL and LandTech, where he drove business transformation and growth.
An Executive MBA graduate from London Business School, Jont’s expertise in scaling businesses and fostering innovation aligns with DPR’s mission to deliver best-in-class advisory services to the built environment.
He said: “I am excited to join DPR at such a pivotal time in the company’s journey.
“DPR has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional advisory services, and I look forward to working with the talented team to drive innovation, expand our offerings, and create long-term value for our clients.”
Rob French, senior partner at DPR, added: “We are thrilled to welcome Jont to DPR as managing partner.
“His deep industry knowledge, leadership experience, and strategic vision will be instrumental in advancing our firm’s capabilities and strengthening our market position.
“We look forward to his contributions in shaping the future of DPR.”
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