Owen Wilson appointed to Property Finder's Board of Directors
Industry News Owen Wilson appointed to Property Finder's Board of Directors
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Wilson's appointment to the Property Finder Board signifies the company's commitment to accelerating innovation, enhancing governance, and providing even greater value
Property Finder has announced the appointment of Owen Wilson, the CEO of REA Group, to its Board of Directors. With over a decade of executive and operational experience, including a tenure of over 10 years at REA Group, Wilson progressed from Chief Financial Officer to Chief Executive Officer. Wilson will be retiring from his position as CEO in the second half of 2025.
Michael Lahyani, Founder and CEO of Property Finder said, 'Owen brings deep industry expertise to our Board. His leadership at REA Group, shaping digital transformation, driving strategic M&A, and championing customer-first innovation sets a strong benchmark for the industry. As we continue our mission to change living for good in the region, Owen's insight will be instrumental in helping us deliver on our purpose and strengthen our position as the regional leader.'
Owen Wilson, Board Member, Property Finder added, 'I'm deeply passionate about creating personalised experiences that redefine how people engage with property. I've long admired Property Finder's bold vision and the transformative role it plays in reshaping real estate across the MENA region. Under Michael's leadership, the team's relentless focus on innovation, customer experience, and data-driven decision-making closely aligns with the values I've championed throughout my career. I'm excited to support Michael and the Board as the company embarks on its next chapter of growth and continues to shape the future of property search.'
During his tenure, he led the business which operates realestate.com.au, an Australian property platform, through a period of sustained growth and international expansion. Under his leadership, REA became widely regarded as the most advanced digital real estate company globally. Listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) with a market capitalisation of US $20bn, REA Group, a former shareholder in Property Finder, is now majority-owned by News Corp, the global media company founded by Rupert Murdoch.
Wilson's appointment to the Property Finder Board signifies the company's commitment to accelerating innovation, enhancing governance, and providing even greater value to home seekers, buyers, and partners across the MENA region, the statement concluded.
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