Best 18 Recruiters in the PropTech Ecosystem

In the dynamic world of PropTech, finding the right talent can make or break a company’s success.

Below, we highlight top recruiters who have mastered the art of placing executives and other specialists into innovative real estate technology roles across the globe.

1. Louisa Dickins

2. George Buck

3. Andrew Deverell-Smith

4. Alexander Morari

5. Thomas Fleury

6. Serena Althaus

7. Peter Moore

8. James Wakefield

9. Chris Omeissah

10. Manoj Iyer

11. Diron Chua

12. Daniel Kim

13. Matthew Cohen

14. Jane Lyons

15. Linda J. Isaacson

16. Brittney Holt

17. Tabitha Francis

18. Paul Daversa

Below we provide more detailed profiles of each recruiter, including examples of their work and reputation in the proptech sector.

Louisa Dickins

Geo: UK, Europe

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Louisa co-founded LMRE in 2018, now regarded as one of the world’s leading proptech recruitment consultancies.

She is highly visible in the industry as host of THE-PROPCAST, where she interviews proptech CEOs and investors, reinforcing her thought leadership. Under her guidance, the firm has placed executives in roles spanning Europe, America, and Asia-Pacific. Clients value her global network and deep knowledge of emerging real estate tech trends.

Testimonials cite her honest and consultative approach to matching “the leading PropTech minds with innovative organizations”, a philosophy that drives LMRE’s success.

• Linkedin: Louisa Dickins
• IG: @louisadickins

George Buck

Geo: UK, Europe

George is a veteran headhunter with 20+ years of recruitment experience in property and proptech.

Before founding Dalton Buck in 2012, he worked at a publicly listed recruitment firm and an executive search boutique, giving him a broad toolkit for talent acquisition. George has placed C-level leaders “across the entire property life cycle worldwide”, from innovative proptech software companies to established real estate asset managers. Notably, Dalton Buck became Zoopla’s number one recruitment partner in the UK, illustrating George’s success in the proptech arena.

In 2024, his firm won an industry award as the “Best Real Estate & PropTech Recruiter”. Clients praise George’s proactive approach and ability to deliver “impact players” who drive organizational success.

• Linkedin: George Buck

Andrew Deverell-Smith

Geo: UK/Global

Andrew is widely recognized as “one of the most influential talent solution experts in the global real estate sector.”

Founding his firm in 2006, he grew Deverellsmith into a multi-office recruitment group servicing real estate and proptech clients worldwide. Andrew has personally completed hundreds of executive searches, leveraging 22+ years of experience across Europe, the US, and Middle East. He has a strong reputation for advising proptech startups on building out leadership teams and for helping traditional property companies attract “next-generation” digital talent. For example, he has consulted with major UK property agencies on adapting to proptech disruption.

Andrew’s thought leadership (through articles, podcasts, and media interviews) and his firm’s “client and candidate centric approach” have cemented him as a go-to recruiter as real estate converges with tech.

• Linkedin: Andrew Deverell-Smith
• X (Twitter): @deverell_smith

Alexander Morari

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Geo: Europe

Alexander has built a specialized executive search firm serving the real estate and proptech sectors across European markets.

An MRICS-qualified professional, Alexander combines property domain knowledge with tech sector expertise. His firm PropertyTalents has a strong track record in placing digital innovation leaders into traditional real estate companies, as well as CEOs and COOs into high-growth proptech ventures in Europe. Alexander is an active voice in the community – he frequently moderates panels and roundtables at events like PropTech Connect. Clients credit him for understanding local talent nuances across Europe and for accessing a pan-European network of “top real estate tech professionals”.

Under Alexander’s leadership, PropertyTalents has facilitated key hires for smart building startups, construction tech firms, and major landlords adopting proptech solutions.

• Linkedin: Alexander Morari
• X(Twitter):  @AlexanderMorari

Thomas Fleury

Geo: France & EU

Thomas operates at the intersection of proptech hiring and traditional executive search. At PropTech Jobs, he oversees a global job board and resource hub devoted to proptech careers, giving him exposure to the latest talent trends and company needs in the sector.

Concurrently, as an Executive Search Director at AviaryConsulting, he conducts retained searches for senior roles (e.g. CTOs, Heads of Product, Country Managers) for proptech startups and innovative real estate firms. Thomas’s dual role means he is plugged into a broad community of proptech professionals and is often first to spot up-and-coming talent. He has successfully placed senior candidates at European property management SaaS companies and at fintech-proptech crossover firms.

Bilingual and well-networked, Thomas is valued for bringing a continent-wide perspective to sourcing the best PropTech specialists for each role.

• Linkedin: Thomas Fleury

Serena Althaus

Geo: UK/Europe

Serena leads European operations for Ferguson Partners, a global real estate executive search and advisory firm.

With over two decades in executive search, she has recently devoted significant focus to proptech talent issues. In industry commentary, Serena has noted that the relative youth of the proptech sector requires looking at non-traditional talent pools – she was quoted emphasizing that generational factors affect proptech hiring. She has overseen C-suite placements for proptech startups in sectors like flexible workspace and real estate data analytics, and has helped EU real estate firms find leaders to drive digital transformation. As head of Ferguson’s European searches, Serena brings a rigorous, research-driven approach.

Her thought leadership includes authoring pieces on emerging roles in real estate (such as “the rise of the real estate senior advisor”) and speaking on how companies can attract tech talent. This blend of practical placement success and public thought leadership on proptech staffing challenges makes her a standout in the region.

• Linkedin: Serena Althaus

Peter Moore

Geo: UK/Global

Peter  is the long-time leader of Macdonald & Company, one of the world’s largest recruitment firms dedicated to the property industry.

A Chartered Surveyor by training, Peter has “worked in the Real Estate human capital sector for over twenty years”, giving him deep insight into the evolution of skills needed in the industry. Under his leadership, Macdonald & Co has expanded its services to cover PropTech roles as the industry has modernized. Peter has advised global real estate developers and investors on hiring digital and innovation officers. Notably, he was an early proponent of the annual PropTech Salary Survey that Macdonald & Co publishes, helping benchmark the talent market. He is frequently quoted in the press regarding hiring trends.

Clients value Peter’s combination of strategic vision and practical know-how – whether a major REIT needs a CTO or a proptech startup needs its first VP of Sales, Peter’s team can deliver. His influence and vantage point across continents make him a top recruiter and thought leader in the proptech recruitment domain.

• Linkedin: Peter Moore
• X (Twitter): @PeterHMoore
• IG: macdonaldandco

James Wakefield

Geo: UK/EMEA & APAC

James has been instrumental in Cobalt Recruitment’s global growth, particularly in new regions and in technology roles. He joined Cobalt in 2007 and helped establish offices in the UAE and Asia-Pacific, eventually rising to CEO in 2017.

Cobalt under James’s leadership recognized the rising demand for PropTech expertise: the firm now has a “specialised real estate technology recruitment team” focusing on PropTech professionals and software specialists in property management systems. James has overseen key hires such as placing regional Heads of PropTech for large consultancies and product leads for real estate software companies in Germany and the Middle East. His broad geographic experience (he lived in the UAE and managed APAC operations) gives him an edge in cross-border searches.

James is known for a hands-on management style and for ensuring Cobalt stays ahead of industry shifts – including the proptech revolution in real estate. This foresight, combined with a robust placement record across multiple continents, marks him out as a top global recruiter in the proptech arena.

Chris Omeissah

Geo: Australia/Asia-Pacific

Chris is “recognized globally as an industry thought leader, connector and subject matter expert within Proptech.” After a career driving proptech initiatives at Macquarie Group and KPMG in Australia, Chris launched Proptech360 to fill the gap in connecting top talent with innovative companies.

He has a unique background bridging property and tech – from launching international proptech companies into the Australian market to consulting the boards of major landlords on technology adoption. Chris leverages this experience to recruit executives who can scale proptech businesses or drive digital transformation. For example, he has placed APAC General Managers for U.S. proptech scale-ups and sourced CEOs for Australian smart building startups. He’s also an advisor to VC firms on proptech human capital. Chris’s values (“be bold, be honourable, lift others up”) shine through in his work. His firm’s global network and his personal reputation for integrity make him a top recruiter choice from Singapore to Dubai.

In short, Chris is a key “connective tissue between the worlds of property and technology”, helping to drive proptech’s growth via talent.

• Linkedin: Chris Omeissah

Manoj Iyer

Geo: India/Global

Manoj is a leading recruitment expert who pivoted to focus on proptech as the sector gained momentum in India. Since founding Upraisal in 2013, he has grown it into a premier boutique firm for proptech hiring in Asia.

Manoj and his team have successfully placed senior candidates at some of India’s most notable proptech startups (from property listing platforms to construction tech SaaS firms) and helped multinational proptech companies build their India teams. Under his leadership, Upraisal was recognized in a case study as “your premier partner in real estate technology & proptech recruitment,” reflecting its status. Clients appreciate Manoj’s hands-on approach and his understanding of both startup culture and traditional real estate dynamics. He frequently shares insights on hiring trends at Indian proptech conferences.

Notably, Upraisal’s “Dedicated Resource Model” – a prepaid unlimited hiring service – gained popularity and was featured in press for innovating recruitment in the sector. With his extensive network across India’s tech talent pool, Manoj is the go-to recruiter for any proptech company looking to scale leadership in the region.

• Linkedin: Manoj Iyer

Diron Chua

Geo: Singapore/ASEAN

Diron has helmed Wisenet Asia’s real estate executive search practice since the company’s founding in 2011.

Over the years, he has facilitated numerous C-suite placements (“including C-Levels and mid to senior management”) for clients ranging from public-listed property conglomerates to emerging proptech firms. His base in Singapore – a proptech hub – and network across Greater China and Southeast Asia give him a broad reach in the region. Diron often advises proptech startups on their expansion hires (e.g., country managers for new markets in Asia). At the same time, he’s trusted by major Asian developers to recruit tech-savvy executives who can drive digital transformation internally. Wisenet’s clients include sovereign wealth funds, REITs, and proptech companies, and Diron’s team has “in-depth understanding of what it takes to build a team that can excel and last long” through industry cycles.

This seasoned perspective, combined with a strong track record of cross-border placements, makes Diron one of Asia’s top proptech-focused recruiters. His personal involvement in searches and WeChat-accessible communication style resonate well with clients and candidates alike.

• Linkedin: Diron Chua

Daniel Kim

Geo: USA

Dan is known as “The Connector” at Endeavor Agency, a boutique firm specializing in proptech and commercial real estate talent.

With 12+ years in real estate recruiting, Daniel co-founded Endeavor to serve the booming CREtech startup scene. He has built deep networks in proptech hubs like Los Angeles, the Bay Area, New York, and Texas. Under Daniel’s leadership, Endeavor has placed mid to C-level professionals in roles ranging from Chief Product Officer at a property management software startup to Head of Growth at a rental marketplace. He’s also recruited numerous “PropTech Talent” for established real estate firms modernizing their teams. Clients often cite Daniel’s high-touch, personalized approach – he is described as “passionate about commercial real estate and PropTech talent” and goes above and beyond in nurturing relationships.

In addition, Daniel’s team, the self-dubbed “A-Team” at Endeavor, benefits from his mentorship and standard of excellence in candidate vetting. His combination of market knowledge, enthusiasm, and proven placements nationwide have earned him a top-tier reputation among U.S. proptech recruiters.

• Linkedin: Daniel Kim

Matthew Cohen

Geo: USA

Matthew (“Matt”) is the go-to recruiter for many U.S. proptech software companies. At DRI, a nationally recognized recruiting firm, Matt spearheads the PropTech practice and has been instrumental in DRI’s reputation in this niche.

The firm openly directs PropTech recruiting inquiries to him – “contact DRI Partner and PropTech recruiter, Matthew Cohen” is noted on their site. Matt has placed professionals across a broad range of proptech sub-sectors: property management SaaS, smart building IoT, CRE analytics, mortgage tech, and more. His success stems from understanding both tech and real estate: he keeps daily contact with proptech executives and hiring managers, staying current on industry needs. For example, he might one week recruit a VP of Engineering for a smart-home startup, and the next a Head of Sales for a CRE leasing platform. Matt is also known for offering flexible search arrangements (contingency, retained, contract staffing) which proptech clients appreciate.

Under his leadership, DRI’s proptech practice has thrived, contributing to the firm’s inclusion in Forbes’ 2024 Best Executive Recruiting Firms. In summary, Matt Cohen’s combination of a relationship-focused approach and broad proptech placement record secures his spot among the top recruiters in this sector.

• Linkedin: Matthew Cohen

Jane Lyons

Geo: USA

Jane is a legend in real estate executive search, with a career spanning over 25 years and 700+ search assignments completed globally. During her tenure at Rhodes Associates (a top NYC real estate search firm), she recognized the growing importance of technology and was instrumental in placing executives who could bridge real estate and tech.

For instance, she helped a major commercial landlord hire a Head of Digital Strategy to implement proptech solutions portfolio-wide. Jane’s expertise covers a breadth of roles – she’s placed CEOs of real estate investment management firms and also leads of emerging proptech business units. She served as Americas regional head of IRC Global Executive Search and is deeply involved in industry organizations (former CREW NY co-president, ULI member). This gives her unparalleled network access.

Now at Jackson Lucas (after Rhodes’ merger), Jane continues to be sought after for her insight into talent trends. She frequently counsels clients on “the changing landscape of talent” amid proptech disruption. Given her influence, longevity, and successful adaptation to include proptech in her repertoire, Jane stands out as a top recruiter connecting traditional real estate with new technology talent.

• Linkedin: Jane Lyons

Linda J. Isaacson

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Geo: USA/Global

Linda is a proptech pioneer in the executive search world. A veteran of the commercial real estate industry, LINDA was an “early supporter of the PropTech sector” and understood how data and tech would reshape real estate.

In 2019, Ferguson Partners appointed her to launch their new Innovation & Technology search practice globally. In this role, Linda has been placing “next generation, tech-savvy leaders” into organizations to drive digital transformation. For example, she has led searches for Chief Technology Officers at leading real estate investment firms and for heads of innovation at construction companies adopting ConTech. Linda’s perspective is holistic: she also works closely with Ferguson’s leadership consulting arm to ensure that once placed, these tech leaders succeed culturally. She often speaks about seeing data as a strategic asset and aligning tech initiatives with dynamic leadership.

Her influence extends beyond recruitment – she serves on the Urban Land Institute’s Global Exchange Council and the board of CREtech, keeping her at the forefront of industry innovation. Known for her strategic vision, Linda has become the trusted advisor for many firms navigating proptech’s impact, making her one of the top global recruiters in this domain.

• Linkedin: Linda J. Isaacson

Brittney Holt

Geo: USA

Brittney represents a new generation of specialized recruiters focusing on the proptech startup scene.

Branding herself as “your dedicated partner in executive search, specializing in Tech (PropTech, InsurTech)”, Brittney has built a strong reputation particularly in the Texas and West Coast proptech communities. She has helped multiple seed-to-Series B startups in property management tech, home services platforms, and IoT for buildings to make critical leadership hires. Clients appreciate Brittney’s energetic, hands-on approach – often engaging her as an extension of their team to source and vet candidates deeply. In one example, a Texas-based multifamily proptech startup credits Brittney with filling their Director of Engineering and VP of Customer Success roles rapidly, enabling their growth. Because she also spans InsurTech, Brittney excels in roles like insurance product heads for proptech-insurance crossover startups (e.g., renters insurance tech).

She stays active on LinkedIn and industry panels addressing how small startups can compete for talent against larger players. While not as tenured as others on this list, Brittney’s impact and network in the US proptech startup ecosystem earn her recognition among the top recruiters to watch.

• Linkedin: Brittney Holt

Tabitha Francis

Geo: USA & EMEA

Tabitha plays a key role at LMRE, leading proptech recruitment operations across two major regions.

Based in the US, she manages LMRE’s NY office and its outreach throughout North America, while also coordinating with the EMEA team. This dual responsibility gives her a transatlantic perspective on talent – she has successfully relocated executives between Europe and the U.S. for proptech opportunities. Tabitha’s candidates span functions from technical (e.g., VP of Engineering for a smart buildings firm) to commercial (e.g., Head of Expansion for a European proptech entering the US). Internally, she is known for upholding LMRE’s high standards in client service and for mentoring consultants in the PropTech division. Tabitha was instrumental in some of L-M-R-E’s marquee placements, such as sourcing a CRO for a prominent real estate fintech in London and a Head of Partnerships for a U.S. property data startup.

Her direct, personable style and deep knowledge of the transatlantic proptech landscape make her highly effective. As LMRE continues to expand (including recent moves into the Middle East market), Tabitha’s leadership ensures the firm remains “aligned to the PropTech market” and able to deliver top talent wherever needed. She exemplifies the new era of globally savvy proptech recruiters.

• Linkedin: Tabitha Francis

Paul Daversa

Geo: USA/Global

Paul is widely regarded as one of the tech industry’s elite headhunters. His firm, Daversa Partners, has built executive teams for countless venture-backed companies across sectors.

In the proptech realm, Daversa has been behind the scenes of some notable leadership builds – for example, helping staff the executive ranks of a hospitality-tech startup that became a unicorn, or placing a CFO at a real estate marketplace gearing up for IPO. Paul himself “covers every function in the ‘C’ suite and is the strategic advantage and adviser for the founders who hire him” with a client roster that has included tech giants like Robinhood, and numerous emerging companies. While not exclusively focused on proptech, Paul’s inclusion reflects the convergence of tech and real estate: proptech founders often seek out top-tier tech recruiters like him when scaling. He has a knack for pinpointing leaders who have scaled organizations before – exactly what many proptech startups need as they mature. Daversa Partners is frequently honored (e.g., Forbes’ Best Executive Recruiting Firms), and Paul’s team has also highlighted proptech under the broader fintech/enterprise tech umbrella.

His influence as a thought leader (he’s known for championing diversity in tech hiring and advising VCs on talent) and a track record of landing transformational executives make Paul a heavyweight who has left an imprint on the proptech talent space, even as his purview spans all of tech.

• Linkedin: Paul Daversa
• IG: daversapartners

Sum up

These renowned recruiters have significantly transformed the Prop Tech industry by expertly sourcing top executives, driving digital innovation, and pioneering growth into emerging real estate technology markets. However, collaborating directly with these leaders can be challenging – they’re typically in high demand or quite costly.

A practical alternative is partnering with EchoGlobal, where our deep industry expertise and extensive global network efficiently connect you with the ideal PropTech talent to power your growth.

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