Savills Taps Milan Luxury Retail Expert Amanda Vissia to Bolster Global Advisory

International real estate advisor Savills has significantly bolstered its global capabilities in advising luxury retailers through the strategic appointment of Milan-based Amanda Vissia. This key hire underscores Savills’ commitment to enhancing its specialised services within the dynamic and highly competitive luxury retail sector, providing clients with unparalleled expertise and insights across key global markets.

Amanda Vissia is scheduled to officially join Savills in November, taking on a pivotal role that will see her spearhead international tenant representation for luxury retailers. Her primary focus will encompass the crucial European market, with additional strategic attention directed towards influential luxury hubs within the United States, the Middle East, and Asia. This broad geographical scope reflects the interconnected nature of the global luxury retail landscape and the necessity for a unified advisory approach.

Bringing a wealth of specialised experience to her new position, Amanda transitions to Savills from Cushman & Wakefield. During her tenure there, she was instrumental in focusing on international luxury tenant representation within their distinguished retail division, developing a deep understanding of the unique demands and opportunities present in this niche market. Prior to her impactful work at Cushman & Wakefield, Amanda meticulously built her foundational expertise within the high street retail team at CBRE, where she honed her skills in location analysis and client advisory.

As a Director in Savills’ Global Luxury Retail team, Amanda will play an instrumental role in supporting the firm’s diverse portfolio of luxury retail clients. Her responsibilities will extend to providing expert counsel on critical strategic decisions, including successful market entry strategies for new brands, ambitious expansion plans for established entities, and meticulous location selection to ensure optimal brand positioning and commercial success in prime retail destinations worldwide.

Based in Milan, a globally recognised capital of fashion and luxury, Amanda’s appointment is strategically positioned to strengthen Savills’ inherent ability to deliver advice that is both locally grounded and globally connected. This integrated approach is particularly vital at a time when retail brands are navigating significant flux and transformation within the luxury landscape, demanding advisory services that can bridge regional nuances with international market trends.

Anthony Selwyn, co-head of Prime Global Retail at Savills, articulated the profound significance of this hire, stating, “This strategic hire in Milan comes at a decisive moment for luxury retail. As competition intensifies across the sector and prime retail space becomes increasingly constrained, the combination of deep local expertise and expansive global connectivity is no longer an optional advantage—it has become an absolute essential for success.”

He further elaborated on the strategic impact of Amanda’s arrival, emphasising, “Amanda’s appointment significantly strengthens our ability to advise clients as they navigate through the intricate complexities of a rapidly evolving market within the luxury sphere. In this environment, factors such as the unparalleled quality of location, the architectural integrity of the retail space, and the precise alignment with the brand’s identity are more critical than ever before in securing a competitive edge and driving sustained growth.”