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William P. Kistler is an urban visionary and strategist. Leading roles in development, advisory and non-profit organisations have given him a unique perspective and global network. Urban Ovation is a community of diverse professionals provide insights and innovative solutions for corporate and government clients.

After studying architecture Bill joined IBM in Silicon Valley, moving to New York and then Paris as Director of Real Estate. Experience working on diverse, large-scale projects in 20 countries sparked a lifelong interest in intersection of technology and the built environment. Senior advisory and asset management roles followed at Cushman & Wakefield and JMB Properties.

Bill joined Disney as Director of Development to manage the launch of the mixed-use community of Val d’Europe at Disneyland Paris. He next founded Equinox Partners, with offices in Paris, London and New York, advising commercial and government clients. As the Senior Partner at Korn Ferry’s real estate executive search practice in EMEA, he helped a wide range of clients with leadership and organizational challenges.

As Chief Executive of industry organisations ICSC and ULI in EMEA, Bill had the opportunity to work with industry leaders to understand the trends reshaping cities and the real estate industry, delivering thought leadership through events, research and advocacy.

University of Southern California - B.S. Architecture

IBM - International Executive Program & Advanced Management Institute

Urban Land Institute – Trustee

Escape to Make (UK Youth Charity) – Board Chairman

University of Lisbon, School of Economics & Management -  Board Member