Cushman & Wakefield Welcomes Mia Mends as Chief Executive, C&W Services

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Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) has appointed Mia Mends as the new Chief Executive of C&W Services, effective immediately. Mends, who previously held senior roles at Sodexo, will oversee operations across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, leading a team of nearly 13,000 employees. She succeeds Paul Bedborough, who is retiring. Mends brings extensive experience, including roles focused on diversity and inclusion. Her appointment aims to drive strategic growth and enhance service delivery across various industries.

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• Mia Mends brings extensive leadership experience from Sodexo, which may enhance operational effectiveness.
• Under Mends' leadership, C&W Services aims for strategic, profitable growth.
• Mends' focus on innovation and workforce development may improve service delivery to clients.

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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), a leading global real estate services firm, has hired Mia Mends as the new Chief Executive of C&W Services, effective today.

Mia Mends (Photo: Business Wire)

As Chief Executive, C&W Services, Mends will oversee operations across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, leading a business of nearly 13,000 people serving clients across a variety of industries. She will be part of Cushman & Wakefield’s global management team and is transitioning into the role as Paul Bedborough retires from the organization.

Mends joins C&W Services from Sodexo, where she held senior leadership roles for a decade, including serving as Sodexo’s Chief Administrative Officer of North America. She also served as CEO of Impact Ventures, which included leading SodexoMAGIC, a joint venture between Sodexo and Magic Johnson Enterprises, and was their Global Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer.

“I am extremely pleased to welcome Mia. She brings a depth of experience through her business leadership and is a force for change. I am confident she will lead our high-performing C&W Services team to continue driving strategic, profitable growth,” said Michelle MacKay, Cushman & Wakefield’s President and Chief Operating Officer. “We wish Paul happiness in his well-deserved retirement. He has been a tremendous leader at C&W Services, which was especially evident as he successfully navigated the business through the pandemic.”

“I’m excited to be joining an organization with a strong reputation for providing excellent services across a variety of industries, combining a great workforce and innovation,” Mends said. “I look forward to working with and leading a team of great people who will continue delivering exceptional outcomes for clients.”

Mends serves on the board of directors for the EMERGE Fellows program and on the Business Leadership Council at Wellesley College. She is also a corporate director at H&R Block and Limeade Inc.

Mends holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Wellesley College.

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with approximately 50,000 employees in over 400 offices and approximately 60 countries. In 2021, the firm had revenue of $9.4 billion across core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, and valuation and other services. To learn more, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com or follow @CushWake on Twitter.

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Grace Wilk

Corporate Communications

+1 312 470 1848

grace.wilk@cushwake.com

Source: Cushman & Wakefield

FAQ

Who is the new CEO of C&W Services as of 2023?

Mia Mends is the new Chief Executive of C&W Services, effective immediately.

What is the stock symbol for Cushman & Wakefield?

The stock symbol for Cushman & Wakefield is CWK.

What industries does C&W Services operate in?

C&W Services operates across various industries in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

How many employees does C&W Services have?

C&W Services has nearly 13,000 employees.

What is the background of Mia Mends?

Mia Mends previously held senior leadership roles at Sodexo, including Chief Administrative Officer for North America.