Russell joined the telecoms property market 2000, working as an agent to the main operators for six years before moving to Vodafone and subsequently to Cornerstone where he was responsible for the acquisition and delivery of mast sites and installations in the North of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland for both o2 and Vodafone, reporting to Cornerstone’s Acquisition Director. After 16 years working for the mobile network operators Russell decided to represent landlords of mobile phone masts and joined Cell:cm Chartered Surveyors as Director in June 2016 before becoming Managing Director in May 2021. A Chartered Surveyor since 2003, Russell[...]

Chris joined Cell:cm as an Associate Director in 2019, bringing over 20 years of extensive experience in the telecoms industry. Since starting his career in 1998, he has specialised in advising mobile network operators, with a strong focus on estate management, site acquisition, and strategic negotiations. Throughout his career, Chris has successfully led a wide range of projects, including lease renewals, rent reviews, and notices to quit (NTQs). He has a deep understanding of the Electronic Communications Code (New Code) and provides tailored advice to both landlords and tenants, ensuring their interests are effectively represented. His expertise in navigating complex[...]

Craig joined Cell:cm as a Director in January 2022, bringing over 20 years of experience in the telecoms sector. His expertise spans end-to-end management, including acquisition, design and build, delivering new and upgraded networks for Mobile Network Operators. Craig began his career as a Civil Engineer before becoming a Chartered Surveyor and member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). His telecommunications career began with the rollout of the Airwave Communications System for emergency services, and he has since been involved in several major rollouts, delivering 3G, 4G, and 5G services across the UK and Ireland. Having collaborated with[...]

Michael joined Cell:cm in September 2019 opening their new North West Office in Manchester with a view to building on Cell:cm’s strong existing client base in the area. He brings significant experience within the telecoms industry. Previously working in acquisition and planning, before moving to the Estate Management side in 2007 with a large multinational firm of surveyors, he has substantial knowledge of all aspects of the management of telecoms sites from “cradle to grave”, such as acquisition, planning, dealing with rent reviews, lease renewals, arbitration submissions, large site portfolio discussions with councils and similar organisations, site inspections, Code valuations[...]