CHICAGO (May 4, 2022) – Savills announced that Connor Kerr joined the firm in Chicago as senior managing director, further strengthening the firm’s tenant representation capabilities throughout North America.

Kerr brings over 20 years of industry experience and joins from CBRE, where he was a senior vice president. He is an experienced business consultant specializing in negotiating complex real estate transactions on behalf of major corporations with an individual location to users with offices around the globe. Kerr is skilled in developing and implementing custom occupancy strategies specific to a client’s unique business needs. He is an expert at guiding portfolio strategy for local, national, and international accounts.

“Connor has a fantastic reputation and exceptionally strong track record in the office leasing sector,” said George Kohl, executive vice president of operations, Midwest region. “He is joining our office at a pivotal time as leasing activity continues to increase and clients seek timely strategies on implementing innovative, customized solutions that address their evolving real estate needs.”

In addition to Kerr, Savills recently announced the promotions of Alex Greene to managing director, Adam Southard as senior managing director, and Chris Tarzon as corporate managing director also in the firm’s Chicago office.

Savills has continued to grow its leadership and teams across North America, including New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, Atlanta, Nashville, and Florida. The firm has also significantly expanded its capabilities in industrial services, workplace strategy, workforce strategy, site selection, business incentives, project management, and digital services.