- CoStar Group (CSGP, Financial) appoints Alexa-Maria Rathbone Barker as Head of CoStar Europe to spearhead growth and leadership in the region.
- This strategic appointment aligns with CoStar’s plans to expand across France, Spain, and Germany.
- Alexa brings over a decade of experience from Bloomberg and substantial expertise in the European commercial real estate sector.
CoStar Group (CSGP), a leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and digital technologies, has announced the appointment of Alexa-Maria Rathbone Barker as Head of CoStar Europe. This move underscores the company's commitment to expand its footprint in the European market, including planned product launches in France, Spain, and Germany.
In her new role, Alexa will oversee CoStar’s operations in the UK, solidifying its status as a trusted provider of real-time, verified commercial real estate intelligence. Her responsibilities will include fostering relationships with key players in the commercial real estate space and aiding clients in growth through collaboration and partnerships.
Alexa joined CoStar Group three years ago as Head of European Sales. Her tenure included developing and executing sales strategies for CoStar’s platforms across the UK and Europe. Her previous roles at Bloomberg involved leading international growth initiatives and managing the European Analytics team.
Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, Alexa’s multilingual and pan-European expertise are seen as vital assets in her new position. Robin Rossmann, Managing Director for Europe at CoStar Group, emphasized that her promotion reflects the company’s dedication to nurturing talent and delivering top-tier services to its clientele.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, CoStar Group’s brands include LoopNet, Apartments.com, and Homes.com, with industry-leading initiatives in property data and real estate marketplaces. The company's websites garnered over 130 million average monthly unique visitors in the first quarter of 2025, a testament to its global impact and reach.
