Cushman & Wakefield, a global commercial real estate services firm, has announced the formation of its new Quantitative Insights Group, which will leverage advanced mathematics, statistics, and AI+ tools to advise institutional investors and occupiers on capital allocation, investment decisions, and risk management.
The Quantitative Insights Group is designed to provide clients with enhanced advisory capabilities across the asset lifecycle, solidifying the firm’s expertise in navigating complex market conditions. Rebecca Rockey has been appointed Head of Quantitative Insights and Principal Economist, effective immediately, reporting to Toby Dodd, Chief Revenue Officer, Americas. She will lead a growing team of experts, including David Hoebbel and Greg Nelson.
Ms. Rockey stated, “I’m pleased to lead the Quantitative Insights Group and advise our institutional investor and occupier clients as they navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence. By integrating data and our latest AI+ tools, we’re building a powerful, forward-looking advisory engine that complements our already integrated service offerings.”
Toby Dodd commented on the strategic importance of the new team, saying, “This new team represents a strategic investment in our capabilities, connecting data platforms and insights to drive value for our clients. Rebecca’s leadership and economic expertise will be instrumental in shaping this effort and delivering impactful results.”
Brad Kreiger, Americas Co-Chief Executive, added, “The launch of this group is part of the ongoing evolution of our research, analysis and advisory capabilities. By combining advanced analytics with our advisors’ deep market expertise, we will equip our clients with sharper tools to make data-driven decisions, optimize portfolios and navigate uncertainty with confidence.”
Under Ms. Rockey’s leadership, the group will complement Cushman & Wakefield’s existing client advisory strategies and further its commitment to innovation, analytics, and client portfolio performance. Ms. Rockey is recognized as an industry thought leader in macroeconomics and real estate, having contributed to Cushman & Wakefield’s research initiatives, including the “Reimagining Cities” study, which addressed post-pandemic urban challenges and offered strategies for optimizing city real estate portfolios. Cushman & Wakefield operates with approximately 52,000 employees across nearly 400 offices in 60 countries, reporting $9.4 billion in revenue in 2024.
