Simi Gandhi-Whitaker is the Managing Director of Mitie’s Smart Workplaces business. She leads the development of new-to-market workplace solutions through Mitie’s Connected Workspace technology. Her responsibilities include overseeing Workplace Consultancy, Building Management Systems (BMS), Internet of Things (IoT) solutions leveraging AI and machine learning, as well as Design and Fitout services, delivering a comprehensive end-to-end workplace offering. She helps customers align their technology investments with workplace goals to enhance the overall Human Experience (HX). Prior to joining Mitie, Gandhi-Whitaker has worked in the real estate sector for many years with organisations such as EMCOR UK and Lend Lease, where she served in a number of senior roles leading strategic initiatives to support the growth and operational improvements of these businesses.