The Announcement:
CBRE has strengthened its Pacific retail presence with the appointment of Sam Embling as Director of Retail Tenant Representation for Australia and New Zealand.
Mr Embling joins the Sydney office after six years with CBRE London, where he most recently served as Director of EMEA Retail, bringing over a decade of specialist experience to the role.
The strategic appointment comes as CBRE experiences increasing demand from international retail brands looking to establish and expand their presence in Pacific markets.
“I’m beyond pleased to be joining our Australian business and working in and helping to grow the Retail Occupier team,” Mr Embling said.
“I’m looking forward to leveraging the experience and connections I’ve developed during my six years with the UK Retail and Cross Border Retail teams to support brands as they navigate market entry and expansion across the Pacific.”
The appointment further enhances CBRE’s Pacific Retail Tenant Representation business, which includes Associate Director Barbara dela Pena, who has been working with brands across the Philippines, Japan and Singapore.
Ms dela Pena has been instrumental in facilitating Australian market entry for prominent brands including Japan’s Bandai Namco and Gashapon Bandai, as well as Korean restaurant brand The Born.
CBRE’s Head of Retail Leasing – Pacific, Sheree Griff, expressed enthusiasm about the strengthened team’s capabilities.
“This new appointment at CBRE ignites a powerful opportunity for international brands and retail clients to confidently navigate the vibrant Australian market,” Ms Griff said.
“Our Retail Occupier Business is a significant growth area, especially with the rising demand from overseas brands and emerging brands eager to expand into Australia.
“Our team is increasing and being market leading in serving both local and international retailers, ensuring that we offer first in market insights to ensure retailers are successful and to meet their evolving needs in this dynamic market.”
