Colliers International Group Inc. (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI) is a leading diversified professional services and investment management company. With operations in 65 countries and a team of approximately 18,000 enterprising professionals, Colliers provides a full range of services to real estate occupiers, owners, and investors worldwide. The firm offers services including strategic advice and execution for property sales, leasing, and finance; global corporate solutions; property, facility, and project management; workplace solutions; valuation, advisory, and tax consulting; customized research; and thought leadership. Colliers also has an investment management business that manages more than $99 billion in assets for institutional and retail clients.
Colliers' history dates back to 1898 in Canada with the founding of Macaulay Nicolls. The Colliers brand was established in Australia in 1976. Through a series of mergers and acquisitions, the company expanded globally. A significant step in its formation was the merger with Macaulay Nicolls in 1984 and later FirstService Corporation's acquisition of a controlling interest in Colliers Macaulay Nicolls in 2004. In 2015, Colliers International and FirstService Corporation separated into two independent, publicly traded companies. Jay S. Hennick, who was instrumental in the growth of FirstService and Colliers, became the Chairman and CEO of Colliers International Group Inc. The company has a strong track record of growth, consistently delivering approximately 20% compound annual investment returns for shareholders for nearly 30 years. Colliers is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The company serves a diverse range of sectors, including hotel, industrial, mixed-use, office, retail, and residential properties. Colliers is committed to accelerating the success of its clients by delivering innovative solutions and expert advice. Their enterprising culture and unique partnership philosophy drive growth and value creation. Colliers has been recognized for its brand strength, consistently ranking among the top commercial real estate brands globally. The company emphasizes a client-centric approach, leveraging its global reach and local expertise to meet the evolving needs of the real estate market. Colliers also focuses on sustainability and diversity and inclusion strategies.