Dirk Sosef is vice president, research & strategy, responsible for Prologis’ research and strategy initiatives in Europe. In his current role his key responsibilities within Prologis are analysing current market conditions and future trends, understanding the factors that drive the (logistics) property performance, and providing research-led strategy and advice to internal and external clients. Mr. Sosef also leads and contributes to the development of best-in-class research, demonstrating Prologis’ know-how and market insight. Recent areas of investigation include labour, obsolescence, e-commerce, and the most desirable logistics locations in Europe. Prior to joining Prologis in 2011, he worked at Cushman & Wakefield. Mr. Sosef is a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).