We are Hardington
What Sets Hardington Apart?
75+ Years Experience
Our trusted team of advisors has over 75+ years of combined experience in the real estate and finance industries.
Bespoke Service
We provide a bespoke service that exceeds our client’s expectations and gets to the very heart of their property goals and aspirations.
Global Reach
We deliver seamless access to premium international residential properties from the most reputable real estate developers worldwide.
Hardington Capital, a leading asset management company, is our sister company. Providing strategic advice and asset management in Commercial property across the UK and Europe to a select number of high net-worth individuals, family offices, institutions, and private equity investment partners.
Hardington Capital also help identify and acquire compelling real estate on your behalf. The focus is on driving strong investment returns yet providing conservative strategies to enhance and protect your wealth. The interests of our clients are foremost in our minds in everything that we do. Our clients are our Partners so our relationships and values are at the centre of all that we do.
Our discreet, personalised approach starts with building a relationship with you, and understanding your objectives, and is then laser-focused on providing properties and ongoing asset management to develop and optimise the performance of your bespoke investment portfolio.
Partners Profile
Robert Bartlett
Ian Plumley
Ahmed Bishara
Robert Bartlett
CHAIRMAN & CO-FOUNDERProactive business leader with strong people management skills. Motivational and inspirational leader with hands on, roll the sleeves up mentality.
Nearly 30 years experience in the property sector both in the UK and internationally. Previously worked in the USA on Wall Street in the financial and investment sectors. Rowed for Great Britain and was a member of the 1992 Olympic Rowing Team.
Experienced in turn around management situations having led the restructuring and redevelopment of Chesterton (2006) following its acquisiton from receivership and Humberts (2008) to create Chesterton Humberts, recognised as one of the premier mid to upper market property agencies in the UK. In 2014 successfully spun out Humberts and undertook a global rebrand to develop Chestertons.
Experienced in Mergers and Acquisitions having acquired and successfully integrated numerous businesses. Proven track record for prudent financial management and cash flow management, company stabilisation and reinvigoration. Particular interest in brand development and brand creation with sound knowledge of marketing and creative innovation.
Expert understanding of multi-site service businesses and experienced in establishing new locations both within the UK and Internationally.
Ian Plumley
REGIONAL MANAGING DIRECTOR & CO-FOUNDERAn innovative leader with C-suite expertise across the real estate sector and a highly accomplished director of residential and mixed-use property development projects. During his 30-year real estate career, including 19 years with a FTSE 100 plc, his project exposure has included residential, mixed use, hospitality, shopping malls, retail, leisure and hotels, with geographical experience spanning the UK, GCC, India, Africa, Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan.
Email:ian@hardingtonresi.com
Ahmed Bishara
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CO-FOUNDERA seasoned, trilingual, senior executive with a wealth of experience in the real estate and construction industries. During his 14-year international career, he has led a sales team for the Middle East office of a FTSE 100 company, working on strategic business development in the Middle East, Africa and India region. Driven and focused, he thrives on challenges, particularly those that expand the company’s reach.
Email: ahmed@hardingtonresi.com
Emma Whittall
OPERATIONS MANAGERA goal-driven professional with over a decade of experience in the UK, USA and UAE across various industries with leading international companies. Her expertise spans planning, organisation and management. Prior to Hardington Residential, she spent five years working with a FTSE 100 company in the real estate industry, where she made a vital contribution to all operational aspects of the business.
Email:emma@hardingtonresi.com
Zoe Allen
Head of MarketingEmail:zoe@hardingtonresi.com
International Team
Eddie Ismail
Amit Joshi
Alan Nej
Karim Zouehid
Eddie Ismail
Head of Sales, Barratt London MENAAn accomplished manager with proven success in the real estate sector along with 5 years of experience. Having graduated from London School of Business, he specializes in business development, purchase structuring and return optimization. He has assisted Middle Eastern and South Asian investors in the purchasing of residential and commercial properties in Dubai, UK and Europe.
Email:eddie@hardingtonresi.com
Amit Joshi
Senior Sales ConsultantWith over four years of experience at prominent FTSE 100 developers, Amit has honed his skills in guiding both investors and end users from around the globe through the intricacies of property acquisition. His extensive knowledge and experience in the real estate market enable him to offer invaluable insights and tailored support. Driven by a commitment to delivering exceptional service, Amit takes pride in his professionalism and reliability, ensuring that every client receives the highest level of care and expertise in their property journey.
Email:amit@hardingtonresi.com
Alan Nej
International Sales ManagerA successful international property consultant focusing on clients in the MENA region purchasing residential & commercial properties across Dubai, UK & Europe. Experienced in purchase structuring, financing and optimizing Return on Investment, working with first time buyers as well as seasoned investors expanding their real estate portfolio. Priding himself in market knowledge and ensuring his clients capitalize on purchasing the right property at the right time.
Email:alan@hardingtonresi.com
Karim Zouehid
International Sales ManagerA bilingual real estate consultant specialising in the dynamic markets of the UK and UAE. His approach is grounded in thorough market analysis and latest trends, ensuring that whether clients are first-time buyers or seasoned investors, they secure the best deals possible. Karim offers tailored experience prioritising transparency and peace of mind while maximising return on investment, whether clients are seeking an investment opportunity or place to call home.
Email:karim@hardingtonresi.com
Operations
Zoe Allen
Emma Whittall
Harshi Motwani
Dubai Sales & Lettings Team
Minna Abdelnaby
Reine Merheb
Minna Abdelnaby
Senior Business Development ExecutiveMinna leverages her 4+ years of telesales expertise from reputable real estate agencies in Dubai to excel in business development and client support. Minna is skilled at qualifying leads, building relationships with end-users and investors, and ensures exceptional customer services throughout the sales process. Her bilingual proficiency and knowledge of Dubai’s inventory support both clients and the sales team.
Email:minna@hardingtonresi.com
Reine Merheb
Sales Manager-DubaiA successful trilingual property consultant who for the past 3 years has been successfully working with some of the best developers in the United Arab Emirates. In a former life she was a special education teacher, with a Bachelor of Arts and a psychology degree.
Email:reine@hardingtonresi.com
UK Team
Olivia Pakeltyte
Maha Tabaqchali
Olivia Pakeltyte
Senior Sales ConsultantA seasoned real estate professional with a background at a FTSE 100 developer for over 4 years , specialising in guiding investors and buyers through the London market. Experienced in supporting clients from all over the world. Providing deep market knowledge and a commitment to exceptional service, ensuring clients make the most of their real estate investments in London
Maha Tabaqchali
Senior Uk Sales Manager25 years experience in London real estate, working with internationally based clients, mainly from Middle East, offering a bespoke and unique buyers service.
Email:maha@hardingtonresi.com
