Riyan Itani is director and founder of Global Branded Residences, a development consultancy firm that provides market and data-driven advisory services for branded residential developments around the world.

For the past 20 years, Itani has specialized in providing branded and luxury residential development consultancy in the global urban and resort sectors. His experience covers brand /operator selection and contract negotiation, strategic development advice, feasibility studies, and brand premium studies. Considered a global market-leader in branded residential advisory, Itani is a multi-award-winning consultant and has worked on over 100 branded residential schemes across the globe.