Rob Wickenden Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

Gatwick, England, United Kingdom

United Kingdon

United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom

Working for ZX Ventures, a newly created entity to bring a ‘start-up’ mentality to ABI. Responsible for the development and growth of brand experiences for craft and core beer brands across Europe - focusing on UK, Spain, Italy and Belgium. Brands include La Virgen, Vista Corona (Spain), Birra del Borgo (Italy), Goose Island, Camden Town, Beer Hawk, Budweiser (UK), Ginette and Bosteels (Belgium). Developed concepts using DVF methodology running test sites to refine concept… Show more Working for ZX Ventures, a newly created entity to bring a ‘start-up’ mentality to ABI. Responsible for the development and growth of brand experiences for craft and core beer brands across Europe - focusing on UK, Spain, Italy and Belgium. Brands include La Virgen, Vista Corona (Spain), Birra del Borgo (Italy), Goose Island, Camden Town, Beer Hawk, Budweiser (UK), Ginette and Bosteels (Belgium). Developed concepts using DVF methodology running test sites to refine concept before roll-out. Currently developing franchise programmes for various concepts. Show less

Leading the roll out of Vapiano Restaurants in the UK and advising partners on strategy in Europe.Acquiring leasehold properties of between 8,000 to 10,000 sq ft, over 1 or 2 floors, with A3 planning use in place or achievable in busy, high footfall locations across the UK and Europe.

In-house restaurant and pub property acquisitions manager for the southern region of england.Acquiring freehold and leasehold opportunities for key drive brands including Harvester, Toby Carvery, Miller & Carter, All Bar One and Browns.

In-house restaurant acquisition surveyor for wagamama. Identify and acquire suitable restaurants nationwide on best terms, be they in new developments or established locations via a new lease or assignment of an existing lease. Liaise with and manage retained agents.

Involved in the acquisition of commercial premises for both existing and newly retained retail and restaurant clients as well as managing the firm's disposal portfolio.

Telecoms network roll out for T-Mobile.

Placement year in 3rd year of degree course. Worked in Professional Services and Agency departments. Undertook valuation surveys, negotiated with clients and landlords and researched and wrote market reports and detailed property particulars. Key member of valuation team for the sale of Budapest’s largest shopping centre.

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