SimplyAbuDhabi XLVI

PRIVATE MEMBERS REGISTRATION Interviewer: What sets Brics Mor timer Si lk apar t in such an el ite space? KJ: "We move differently. Most firms sel l real estate; we curate oppor tunities. We are not just brokers—we are gatekeepers to a world defined by discretion, foresight and trust . Relationships are bui lt over time, yet some of our cl ients meet us connect and the bond is almost immediate! Our cl ients rely on us not just for access but for a deeply personal ised understanding of their needs. They trust that what we present is not just an oppor tunity—but the right oppor tunity, tai lored to their specific vision and aspirations. This level of bespoke ser vice is what truly sets us apar t ." Interviewer: Kayla, your background spans banking, sur veying and real estate. How has your journey shaped your role at Brics Mor timer Si lk? KJ: “It ’s been a bit of a mix, but al l the right ingredients! I star ted in banking, looking aer high-net-wor th por tfol ios as a personal banker, then transitioned to working with one of London’s top real estate developers par t time before going on to working for a sur veying firm. A detour to Dubai gave me an eye for off-plan investments. When I returned to the UK, I focused on off market Prime London and Surrey estates and UAE off-plan oppor tunities. I original ly joined Brics Mor timer Si lk par t-time, which al lowed great flexibi l ity but I was super busy. A year ago, I went ful l-time and it ’s been the per fect fit—bringing together al l I ’ve acquired, financial savvy with deep industr y knowledge to help our cl ients navigate their next move.” Interviewer: Final ly, for those who have never operated at this level , what is one thing they oen misunderstand about high-level real estate? KJ: “It ’s oen misunderstood that high-level real estate is about what ’s on the market . Many of the greatest oppor tunities are never l isted—they are simply known. And having access to them requires the right relationships and insight . That ’s where we come in! ." Interviewer: To wrap things up, Kayla, with such a demanding role, how do you unwind and keep a sense of balance? KJ: "I l ike to think of l ife as a balance of work and play—especial ly in this industr y. I ’m a huge animal lover, my Frenchie Timothy is always by my side, whether it's in the office or travel l ing. Dubai is a second home to me, so I tr y to get over there at least four times a year for a mix of business and pleasure—let's just say, I know where the best lunch spots are! Staying active is also key for me; I love my Blaze class for a good workout , and nothing beats catching up with friends over dinner. It ’s al l about keeping the energy flowing in ever y par t of l ife, l iving ful ly. Business is l ife, and l ife is business—it ’s al l about balance." T : 4 4 ( 0 ) 2 0 3 6 3 3 0 3 2 8 B E R K E L E Y S U I T E , 3 5 B E R K E L E Y S Q U A R E , M A Y F A I R , L O N D O N , U K W 1 J 5 B F B R I C S MO R T I M E R S I L K