International real estate advisor Savills and US’s largest retail focused real estate firm SRS Real Estate Partners formed strategic alliance

London, UK, 23-10-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — International real estate advisor Savills has announced the formation of a strategic alliance with SRS Real Estate Partners (SRS) – the largest real estate firm exclusively dedicated to servicing retail clients in the US. The arrangement will act as a bridge between US and UK markets and will provide the retail clients of Savills and SRS  access to deep rooted retail expertise that will foster international growth. SRS, headquartered in Dallas, comprises over 20 offices across the US with more than 200 employees. Together, Savills and SRS will have a global network of over 520 offices.

Sean Gillies, head of UK retail at Savills, says: “Retail is increasingly an international business, with brands keen to establish their global presence. This strategic association with SRS will allow us to work together to assist our clients expansion plans and provide a best in class service.”

Chris Maguire, CEO of SRS, comments: “The Savills and SRS alliance builds on the strength of both companies and offers an exciting opportunity to help expand retail brands by transitioning them into overseas markets. We look forward to a fantastic  partnership.”

SRS’ US client roster includes Whole Foods, Target, Toys”R”Us/Babies”R”Us, GAP, Ann Taylor, Carter’s, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, and Brinker International. Savills clients include Pretty Green, Jack Wills, Lacoste, Costa, Crocs, Pret A Manger, and Hotter.

KEY CONTACTS

Sean Gillies
Executive Director
Retail
Savills Margaret Street
+44 (0) 207 409 8159

Kara Eigl
Associate
Commercial Press Office
Savills Margaret Street
+44 (0) 20 7409 8020