Etienne Cadestin, the founder and CEO of Longevity Partners, has dedicated the past 20 years to advancing sustainable development within cities and the built environment, accelerating the transition to a low carbon economy.
Longevity’s mission is to enhance value through cost reduction and future-proofing strategies, benefiting businesses and investors for generations to come. Under Etienne's leadership, Longevity has emerged as a frontrunner in the sustainability sector with the company lauded as one of Europe's fastest-growing firms by the Financial Times, leading the sustainability industry for three consecutive years. This growth is reflected in the company’s expansive reach, with offices in eight cities and projects delivered in 45 countries, managed by a team of 160 experts.
Etienne and the team at Longevity have been recognised for their pioneering work across the globe, receiving multiple accolades over several years including EG’s Global Adviser 2023, German Stevie awards 2023 gold winner ‘Climate hero of the year’, Business Intelligence Group’s Sustainability Award 2023 and EG’s Future of Real Estate Award 2019. Etienne was nominated at one of EG’s Rising Stars and nominated for numerous awards as one of the most active young leaders in the sustainability and real estate industries.
Etienne holds a MA in International Relations and MA in International Trade from the International Relations Studies Institute in Paris and a MSC in Urbanisation and Development from the London School of Economics and Political Sciences. An accomplished athlete, Etienne has completed 10 marathons and enjoys playing tennis, sailing, skiing, cycling and all activities that reflect his love of the outdoors. He lives in Austin, Texas with his wife and two young children, where he also contributes to the community by promoting sustainable practices both professionally and personally.