Leading provider of high-end single-family rental homes, American Homes 4 Rent has recently announced the appointment of Christopher Lau, promoting him from Executive Vice President-Finance to Chief Financial Officer, effective at the beginning of July. He will be walking the footsteps of Diana Laing who had recently resigned to pursue other interests.
"We are pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Lau to Chief Financial Officer. Chris has a strong track record of contributions and success during his five-year tenure with the Company, as well as extensive finance and accounting experience," said David Singelyn, Chief Executive Officer. "As such, we expect this will be a seamless transition as we continue to grow our business and deliver long-term value to our shareholders."
Mr. Lau has been a key management team member of American Homes 4 Rent since 2013, most recently serving as Executive Vice President–Finance. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Lau has either been responsible for, or integrally involved in, all the Company's financial functions, including financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, accounting, treasury, investor relations and capital markets. Prior to American Homes 4 Rent, Mr. Lau was based in New York and served as a Senior Manager in Deloitte's Real Estate M&A Advisory practice. Mr. Lau began his career in the Real Estate Audit practice of Deloitte after earning a B.S. in Accounting from San Diego State University.
"I would also like to thank Diana for her contributions to the growth and success of American Homes 4 Rent," Mr. Singelyn said. "Diana was instrumental by leading the finance and accounting teams during the past four years, a time during which we more than doubled our market capitalization. On behalf of American Homes 4 Rent, I wish her the best for the future."
SOURCE American Homes 4 Rent
Edited by Victoria Haviland
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