The European Association for Investors in Non-listed Real Estate Vehicles (Inrev) has appointed Casper Hesp as its new CEO, a position he will take up on October 1, and one that will be filled in the interim by Jeff Rupp, Inrev’s director of public affairs.

Hesp brings a wealth of expertise of the non-listed real estate industry gained over 17 years and has extensive experience of the efficient management of funds, separate accounts and international investments.

He joins Inrev from Achmea Real Estate, where he was the director of investment management. Before joining Achmea Real Estate, Hesp was with Inrev between 2007 and 2014. He was the director of research and market information for the last few years overseeing the association’s research agenda and key member services, such as the Inrev Index. After joining Achmea, he remained closely involved with Inrev, notably as chair of the association’s training and education committee.

“Hesp has a proven track record of success as a leader of change,” says Martin Lemke, Inrev’s chairman. “His breadth of experience will be of significant benefit to Inrev as we continue to help the European non-listed real estate industry adapt to the challenges and opportunities of the future.”