Niko Gedaze

Niko Gedaze

Founder & Managing Partner

M. +49 151 726 58580
niko.gedaze@grg-partners.com

Niko Gedaze is an accomplished real estate executive with over two decades of expertise in logistics and industrial property sectors across Europe. Renowned for his strategic foresight and strong execution capabilities, Niko has successfully led the development of over 1 million square meters of logistics and industrial space and managed investment transactions exceeding €1 billion in value. His expertise in asset management has consistently resulted in enhanced leasing performance, strategic repositioning of assets, and substantial improvements in investor returns.

  • Since April 2025

    Founder & Managing Partner, GRG Partners, Düsseldorf – Leading strategic investment initiatives and development projects across Europe's logistics and industrial sectors.

  • 12/2016 – 03/2025

    Senior Director & Principal at EQT Exeter – Expanded and managed investment portfolios, overseeing major logistics developments and strategic market expansion into Austria. Led the sourcing, structuring, and delivery of institutional-grade assets while establishing the firm’s presence in Austria.

  • 05/2014 – 11/2016

    Development Manager at SEGRO – Delivered significant logistics developments, establishing SEGRO’s expansion in Austria and driving growth in Germany. Managed land sourcing, development, and leasing efforts for core logistics parks.

  • 11/2008 – 04/2014

    European Development Director at Verdion Properties LLP – Directed strategic logistics developments, secured investment partnerships, and successfully expanded Verdion’s operations into Austria. Oversaw end-to-end project execution including funding, permitting, and leasing.

  • 09/2006 – 10/2008

    Surveyor in Corporate Finance at King Sturge LLP (now JLL) – Conducted investment analyses, financial modeling, and valuations for high-profile real estate transactions. Supported cross-border portfolio transactions and structured investment vehicles.

  • 06/2003 – 07/2006

    Assistant Valuation Surveyor at MRG Beratungs und Bewertungs GmbH – Performed detailed market analyses and comprehensive valuations across diverse asset classes. Contributed to institutional valuations, due diligence processes, and acquisition strategies.

  • Education & Professional Qualifications

    > BSc (Hons) Estate Management, University of Reading (CEM)

    > International Business Administration, Vienna University of Economics and Business

    > Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)