Ian Shapiro starts as CEO of BRE
Ian Shapiro has today started his role as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Building Research Establishment (BRE).
He joins BRE following seven years as CEO of Reall, a non-profit organisation that invests in and develops sustainable, affordable housing solutions in Africa and Asia. He will continue in his advisory roles for UN-Habitat and WHG.
Shapiro’s appointment marks a new chapter for BRE as it continues to contribute to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to the built environment’s most urgent challenges.
Ian Shapiro, Chief Executive Officer of BRE said: “It’s a privilege to join BRE at such a pivotal time. I’m excited to work with the talented teams here to help shape a built environment that is safe, sustainable and inspiring - for today and for future generations.”
Shapiro succeeds Gillian Charlesworth, who has led BRE for six years and is retiring from full-time work.
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