27 MAY 2025
Mark Preston to continue as Executive Trustee
Debbie Lee appointed as Grosvenor CFO and Jamie Whitty-Lewis as CFO of Grosvenor Property UK (GPUK)
Grosvenor, the international organisation whose activities span urban property, food and agtech, rural estate management and support for philanthropic initiatives, announces several upcoming senior leadership appointments:
James Raynor is appointed Grosvenor Property CEO, effective from September 2025. James is currently the CEO of Grosvenor’s UK property business. In his new role, he will assume responsibility for the organisation’s international property business, which develops, manages and invests in property through two operating companies, Grosvenor Property UK and Grosvenor Property Americas, while further diversifying the organisation’s portfolio through the Grosvenor Diversified Property Investments business which backs local, like-minded property investment partners globally. He will continue to hold the post of CEO of Grosvenor Property UK until a successor is appointed, with the process to select his replacement underway.
James will take over responsibility of the international property group from Grosvenor CEO and Executive Trustee, Mark Preston. Mark will retain the Executive Trustee role, with ultimate responsibility for Grosvenor's overall strategy and performance against its financial and reputational objectives. He will oversee both continued diversification and the delivery of lasting commercial, social and environmental benefit across property, food and agtech, rural estate management, social enterprise and philanthropic activities.
Debbie Lee is appointed Grosvenor's CFO, succeeding current CFO Rob Davis, from July 2026.
She will be succeeded in her present role as CFO of Grosvenor Property UK by Jamie Whitty-Lewis, currently GPUK Executive Director of Finance, from April 2026.
When taking up their new roles, both James and Debbie will report to Mark as Executive Trustee.
Commenting on the announcement, Mark Preston, Grosvenor’s CEO & Executive Trustee, said:
“Grosvenor is unique among peers in the sector not only for having a track record in property of almost 350 years, but also for its international portfolio. James is very well qualified for the Grosvenor Property CEO role.
He has had a long career at Grosvenor spanning more than 20 years, serving as CEO of Grosvenor Fund Management and Grosvenor Property Europe before becoming CEO of Grosvenor Property UK in 2020. As CEO of our UK property business, he has delivered commercial success, environmental leadership and a progressive partnership approach with our many communities.
I look forward to the benefits of his fresh insights and leadership across our international property business”.
James Raynor commented:
“Grosvenor’s international property activities reflect our focus on outstanding quality real estate in prime locations, exceptional service and ambition.
Among our many initiatives we are investing in South Molton, London’s West End’s largest mixed-use development; major master-planned developments in North America with a pipeline of more than 6,100 homes and are continuing to diversify a global portfolio that encompasses medical facilities in the US, logistics hubs in India, built-to-rent schemes in Australia and student housing in Brazil.
I am excited to contribute to advancing the quality, breadth and ambition of our business, marrying commercial success with the delivery of environmental and social benefit".
About Grosvenor
Grosvenor is an international organisation whose activities span urban property, food and agtech, rural estate management, and support for philanthropic initiatives. With a 340-year track record, we are committed to delivering lasting commercial, social, and environmental benefits, meeting today’s needs while taking responsibility for those of future generations.
Our UK property business supports around 1,000 businesses and thousands of residents and workers across London’s West End, while also investing in sustainable neighbourhoods in Liverpool and across England. As a company aligned with the 1.5°C climate target, we pioneer change and innovation in urban development, ensuring our places benefit both people and the planet in the long term.
Christian Marroni
Group Communications Director
+44 (0) 7736 383 262
christian.marroni@grosvenor.com