Speaker

Leon Goldwater is an entrepreneur and managing partner with over two decades of extensive experience at the intersection of retail and real estate, with a significant focus on Proptech. As the managing partner of Real Estate Partners (REP), he leads an early-stage investment vehicle dedicated to innovative retail and technology businesses within the real estate sector. His expertise is further demonstrated through his role as CEO of We Are Pop Up, a pioneering marketplace and booking platform for temporary spaces, including a "Shop Share" concept, which facilitates short-term leasing and connects brands with landlords. Beyond his direct entrepreneurial ventures, Goldwater also serves as the Publisher of Europe Real Estate, a platform that provides news, covering the continent's industry trends within commercial real estate, to which he contributes his insights. Goldwater's retail acumen is evident in his multifaceted involvement with companies like BrandSpots, a full-service pop-up shop provider, and his co-founding of sustainable lifestyle brands such as Six and Sons and FÖMO Store. He has been a prominent voice in discussions around retail trends, emphasizing the importance of experiences in the retail industry and how platforms like We Are Pop Up can offer crucial solutions for commercial vacancy. His background also includes executive board memberships and a commitment to supporting conscious entrepreneurship and market growth within the retail landscape.