Mary Collins
Principal Consultant
Mary is a highly regarded leader, trusted by global partners to drive the strategic direction and growth of the business. She plays a pivotal role in maintaining strong partnerships and spearheading expansion into new markets. With a steadfast commitment to financial discipline and resource optimization, she consistently strives to enhance investment outcomes.
Her corporate journey began in 2012, working with the finance team on an African project initiated by the British government. During this time, Mary was recognized for her integrity in managing high-value financial transactions.
Over the years, she has built a distinguished career with leading international financial investment and real estate firms serving investors globally. She has successfully advised her clients on tailored investment solutions across key asset classes, facilitating transactions exceeding $10 million. Her expertise and dedication to excellence have earned her numerous accolades, commendations, and awards for professionalism and exceptional service delivery.
Mary holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Federal University of Technology, Yola, Nigeria. She furthered her education with certifications in Real Estate Development & Investment from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, and Financial Management from Kellstadt Graduate Business School, Chicago. She later earned a Master’s degree in Real Estate Finance from Henley Business School at the University of Reading, England.
A co-author of a research study on labor force participation among married women in Adamawa State, Mary is also a recipient of the World Bank-assisted programme, Youth Enterprise with Innovation in Nigeria (YouWiN) award and the Leo Harvard Scholarship from the United States. She is an active member of Women in Property UK, a network dedicated to supporting women professionals in property and construction.