Directors
After graduating Martin was employed in the Town Planning Department of a local authority in London. This was followed by 2 years at a private practice firm of Chartered Surveyors. In 1979 he joined Abbey Property Fund and then in 1984 Continental Illinois Bank followed by First Interstate Bank.
Having worked in the property industry in the UK for over 35 years Martin has extensive knowledge of all aspects of property investment and asset management. Martin’s experience ranges from prime retail property in the West End of London to industrial and offices across the country . At Continental and First Interstate he worked with a team of real estate bankers evaluating and financing property investment and development throughout the UK.
Martin joined Earl Estates in 1989.
Michael Christmas FRICS
Michael has worked in the property and construction industry in the UK for over 35 years. He was in private practice for over 10 years as a consultant Quantity Surveyor and project manager for a leading firm of surveyors in London.
Michael’s project management work extends from the retail sector (Debenhams, Gateway Food Stores and Waitrose) to offices (Lloyds Bank and First Interstate Bank) to industrial and to central London residential. He has worked with public companies, private companies and pension funds. Michael has detailed practical experience of working with architects, engineers, town planners, heritage groups, highway consultants, archaeologists, environmental officers, fire officers and building inspectors.
Michael joined Earl Estates in 1987.
