Who we are
The Global Knowledge Center is the industry intelligence unit of Newmark Knight Frank. The Global Knowledge Center researches trends in the labor market, workplace variables, and the economics of geography to develop industry insights that shape strategic management decisions.
What we do
We help leaders in Brokerage and Consulting better understand changes in today’s workforce as well as trends in local and international markets.
Why we do it
Our mission is to help clients make informed decisions that will positively impact the future of their organizations.
Meet Our Team
Rajeev Thakur
– Executive Managing Director, Seattle
Rajeev Thakur heads the Global Knowledge Center at Newmark Knight Frank. A management consultant by practice and an architect-urban planner by training, Rajeev brings together design, business strategy, economic development, and risk analysis to develop strategic insights and forecast possible futures for businesses and communities.
Adrianna Kowalczyk
– Market Research Analyst, Warsaw
Adrianna Kowalczyk is an economist and the market research analyst for the Global Knowledge Center. She conducts market research and data analysis, identifies market trends and develops industry insights. Adrianna explores a wide spectrum of current and new technologies affecting real estate and the future of work and has done extensive research on the application of blockchain technology.
Karol Rybaczuk
– Business Research Analyst, Warsaw
Karol Rybaczuk is an economist and the business research analyst for the Global Knowledge Center. Using his experience in CRE research and economic analysis, he forecasts and analyzes future business trends. Karol has a masters’ degree in quantitative methods in economics, a background in investment banking, and also contributes to an economic forecast column for a leading financial newspaper in Poland.