Gian-Luca Paganini is an experienced real estate professional currently serving as the Head of Real Estate and Property Executive for Italy at Primark since November 2017. Previously, Gian-Luca held the position of Head of Retail Tenant Representation at Cushman & Wakefield from May 2008 to October 2017, where responsibilities included advising international and local retailers on expansion strategies, lease negotiations, and property acquisitions. Gian-Luca's earlier roles include Real Estate Advisor at Via Mazzini Real Estate and positions at Maggi Group Real Estate and Gruppo BEL SpA, focusing on property management and real estate consultancy. Gian-Luca holds a degree in Mechanics and Industrial Automation Systems from ITIS G. Marconi and a certification as a Real Estate Agent from the Chamber of Commerce Piacenza.