When Selina opened their first hotel in Pedasi, Panama in 2014, its founders had spotted a significant gap in the market and went on to create a totally new hospitality sector that has since captured the attention of holiday makers, financial institutions and investors alike. In just six years they have maximised their first mover advantage, built a defendable infrastructure and formed a streamlined operation. As a result, Selina has created a growth machine with the potential to become an investment Unicorn.

While the UK equities markets have weathered years of Brexit wrangling and political uncertainty better than many anticipated, it has been a different story for UK property.

Industry stalwarts LandSec and British Land have both seen share prices tank since 2016’s Referendum vote, and the REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) aren’t the only ones suffering. Returns for individual and overseas investors have been pressured by low transaction volumes, falling sales prices and inflated land values. Brexit uncertainty has hit the property market from every angle.

Global hospitality chain Selina are revolutionising how we use property. The brand identifies underperforming hotels and transforms them into creative hubs where freelancers, locals and travellers can work, play and stay. Tailored to each location, Selina’s properties feature co-working spaces, entertainment programmes and hotel rooms for all.