Leo Shapland

Meet Leo Shapland, Chief Executive of the King’s Cross Estate, whose global career has spanned investment, asset management, development, and now leading one of Europe’s most successful regeneration projects.

In this issue, Leo reflects on the journey that brought him from London to San Francisco and Seattle and back again, the lessons learned across entrepreneurial and institutional cultures, and what it means to step into his first CEO role at such a pivotal moment for King’s Cross. He shares his perspectives on leadership, placemaking, and the future of mixed-use destinations.