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Brice NDA

ESG & Technical Asset Manager

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Biography

Brice is a real estate and finance professional with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of Technology, ESG, and Capital Markets. As ESG & Tech Manager at Lokalis in Paris, he is responsible for integrating PropTech solutions to drive the sustainable transformation of residential portfolios.

His background combines expertise in civil engineering, a specialized master's in sustainable real estate, and an MBA in financial analysis.

Brice also serves as President of the Elit's Entrepreneurship Club, where he contributes to mentorship programs. He is the author of a book on real estate investment fundamentals.

Professional Experience
  • ESG & Technical Asset Manager · Lokalis

    2019 - Present

    €300M real estate portfolio (40+ assets) within 5 years through full lifecycle management: technical due diligence, capex/opex optimization. Led autonomous ESG reporting (materiality matrix/KPIs) and decarbonization strategy - eliminating consultant costs in 2024 cycle. Over 250 apartments upgraded to DPE E+ thanks to energy modeling, resulting in savings of over 250 K€. Provided ongoing training and communication to Property and Construction Managers on safety and regulatory issues, enhancing compliance and reducing risks. Construction program & equipment management (elevators, boiler rooms, fire safety, etc.) and various cross-functional assignments.

  • Head of Construction Management · Fonds de Prévoyance Militaire

    2016 - 2019

    Property development of 2,519 housing units in a mix of single-family homes and apartments, including all related utilities.

  • Civil Engineering Consultant · Innov Construction/R&T

    2011 - 2016

    Construction management for local property developers. Budget preparation, quality and deadline monitoring.

  • Structural Engineer · Bureau d'Etude et d'Assistance Technique du Bâtiment (BEATB)

    2009 - 2011

    Structural modeling and analysis : Performed structural inspections and assessments on existing buildings Designed and analyzed structural elements for residential and commercial buildings.

Education
  • MBA in Financial Analysis and Capital Markets · IFG Executive Education

    Comprehensive understanding of the financial ecosystem: from fundamentals (financial analysis, asset valuation, financial mathematics) to advanced strategies (portfolio management, derivatives, quantitative investing). The program carefully integrates regulatory pillars (IFRS standards, governance) and disruptive innovations (FinTech, blockchain), while developing concrete skills in financial modeling, macroeconomic analysis and applied data science. A comprehensive training program that transforms theory into tangible optimization levers for financial performance.

  • Specialized Master's Degree in Sustainable Real Estate and Construction · École nationale des ponts et chaussées

    Re-inventing tomorrow's cities. Integrating the dual energy and digital transition at the core of real estate projects, from high-performance building design to sustainable operation. The course includes key tools such as BIM and sector-specific big data to manage decarbonization, optimize energy performance and guarantee the environmental quality of sustainable buildings. Combining finance, law and technical engineering, this course places people and ecology at the center of a digital revolution that is transforming real estate asset management.

  • Certified ESG Analyst® - CESGA · European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS)

  • Civil Engineering Degree · Institut National Polytechnique INPHB

    Civil Engineer, after an advanced program in science and technology preparatory classes MP/MPSI.

Affiliations
  • ELIT · Chairman, Entrepreneurship Club

Latest publications
  • The challenges of asset acquisition with limited financial resources!

    Key Insights How to invest in real estate without breaking the bank (and without losing sleep) Investing in real estate has always been a symbol of solid wealth, a reliable refuge in an uncertain world. Yet for millions of people around the world, this dream seems out of reach. We often think that the main obstacle is financial. “I don't have enough money,” people say. But the reality is more subtle. The real barrier is not capital, it is complexity. Today, as markets become increasingly volatile, a question arises: how can we democratize access to real estate investment? When constraints drive innovation In sub-Saharan Africa, where nearly 70% of jobs are in the informal sector, accessing traditional real estate credit is an uphill battle. Far from being a hindrance, this constraint has forced the emergence of ingenious alternative solutions. The best known is the tontine, a community-based revolving savings system that allows projects to be financed without going through the banking system. Something that used to be an old-school thing now has a 2.0 version. Mobile apps in Senegal and Ivory Coast are making this process digital, creating “real estate tontines” that let groups of young professionals buy land or apartments together. It's crowdfunding, but with a deep cultural foundation and community trust. From Tontine to Syndication: the emergence of a global model This idea of pooling capital to invest as a group is not unique to Africa. In the United States, it is at the heart of a highly structured model: real estate syndication. The principle is simple: a “sponsor” (the professional who leads the project) identifies an opportunity (an office building, a residential complex) and raises funds from a group of “passive investors.” Together, they form a company to acquire and manage the property. The advantage for passive investors is immense. They can diversify their portfolio by owning a share of a high-value asset without ever having to manage tenants or maintenance. They invest in real estate as they would invest in the stock market, while benefiting from direct knowledge of the project through regular reports. A new frontier for investors From the digitalization of African tontines to the democratization of real estate syndication, a new fundamental trend is emerging. Real estate investment is no longer reserved for institutional investors or wealthy individuals capable of managing complex projects on their own. These collaborative models and technology are enabling a new generation of investors to access high-potential opportunities, diversify their assets, and participate in large-scale projects, no matter where they are in the world. The real estate investment revolution is on the move, and it is more inclusive and accessible than ever before.

    Sep 21, 2025#Real Estate#Immobilier#Syndication#Tontine#Economy
Biography

Brice is a real estate and finance professional with over 15 years of experience at the intersection of Technology, ESG, and Capital Markets. As ESG & Tech Manager at Lokalis in Paris, he is responsible for integrating PropTech solutions to drive the sustainable transformation of residential portfolios.

His background combines expertise in civil engineering, a specialized master's in sustainable real estate, and an MBA in financial analysis.

Brice also serves as President of the Elit's Entrepreneurship Club, where he contributes to mentorship programs. He is the author of a book on real estate investment fundamentals.

Professional Experience
  • ESG & Technical Asset Manager · Lokalis

    2019 - Present

    €300M real estate portfolio (40+ assets) within 5 years through full lifecycle management: technical due diligence, capex/opex optimization. Led autonomous ESG reporting (materiality matrix/KPIs) and decarbonization strategy - eliminating consultant costs in 2024 cycle. Over 250 apartments upgraded to DPE E+ thanks to energy modeling, resulting in savings of over 250 K€. Provided ongoing training and communication to Property and Construction Managers on safety and regulatory issues, enhancing compliance and reducing risks. Construction program & equipment management (elevators, boiler rooms, fire safety, etc.) and various cross-functional assignments.

  • Head of Construction Management · Fonds de Prévoyance Militaire

    2016 - 2019

    Property development of 2,519 housing units in a mix of single-family homes and apartments, including all related utilities.

  • Civil Engineering Consultant · Innov Construction/R&T

    2011 - 2016

    Construction management for local property developers. Budget preparation, quality and deadline monitoring.

  • Structural Engineer · Bureau d'Etude et d'Assistance Technique du Bâtiment (BEATB)

    2009 - 2011

    Structural modeling and analysis : Performed structural inspections and assessments on existing buildings Designed and analyzed structural elements for residential and commercial buildings.

Education
  • MBA in Financial Analysis and Capital Markets · IFG Executive Education

    Comprehensive understanding of the financial ecosystem: from fundamentals (financial analysis, asset valuation, financial mathematics) to advanced strategies (portfolio management, derivatives, quantitative investing). The program carefully integrates regulatory pillars (IFRS standards, governance) and disruptive innovations (FinTech, blockchain), while developing concrete skills in financial modeling, macroeconomic analysis and applied data science. A comprehensive training program that transforms theory into tangible optimization levers for financial performance.

  • Specialized Master's Degree in Sustainable Real Estate and Construction · École nationale des ponts et chaussées

    Re-inventing tomorrow's cities. Integrating the dual energy and digital transition at the core of real estate projects, from high-performance building design to sustainable operation. The course includes key tools such as BIM and sector-specific big data to manage decarbonization, optimize energy performance and guarantee the environmental quality of sustainable buildings. Combining finance, law and technical engineering, this course places people and ecology at the center of a digital revolution that is transforming real estate asset management.

  • Certified ESG Analyst® - CESGA · European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS)

  • Civil Engineering Degree · Institut National Polytechnique INPHB

    Civil Engineer, after an advanced program in science and technology preparatory classes MP/MPSI.

Affiliations
  • ELIT · Chairman, Entrepreneurship Club

Latest publications
  • The challenges of asset acquisition with limited financial resources!

    Key Insights How to invest in real estate without breaking the bank (and without losing sleep) Investing in real estate has always been a symbol of solid wealth, a reliable refuge in an uncertain world. Yet for millions of people around the world, this dream seems out of reach. We often think that the main obstacle is financial. “I don't have enough money,” people say. But the reality is more subtle. The real barrier is not capital, it is complexity. Today, as markets become increasingly volatile, a question arises: how can we democratize access to real estate investment? When constraints drive innovation In sub-Saharan Africa, where nearly 70% of jobs are in the informal sector, accessing traditional real estate credit is an uphill battle. Far from being a hindrance, this constraint has forced the emergence of ingenious alternative solutions. The best known is the tontine, a community-based revolving savings system that allows projects to be financed without going through the banking system. Something that used to be an old-school thing now has a 2.0 version. Mobile apps in Senegal and Ivory Coast are making this process digital, creating “real estate tontines” that let groups of young professionals buy land or apartments together. It's crowdfunding, but with a deep cultural foundation and community trust. From Tontine to Syndication: the emergence of a global model This idea of pooling capital to invest as a group is not unique to Africa. In the United States, it is at the heart of a highly structured model: real estate syndication. The principle is simple: a “sponsor” (the professional who leads the project) identifies an opportunity (an office building, a residential complex) and raises funds from a group of “passive investors.” Together, they form a company to acquire and manage the property. The advantage for passive investors is immense. They can diversify their portfolio by owning a share of a high-value asset without ever having to manage tenants or maintenance. They invest in real estate as they would invest in the stock market, while benefiting from direct knowledge of the project through regular reports. A new frontier for investors From the digitalization of African tontines to the democratization of real estate syndication, a new fundamental trend is emerging. Real estate investment is no longer reserved for institutional investors or wealthy individuals capable of managing complex projects on their own. These collaborative models and technology are enabling a new generation of investors to access high-potential opportunities, diversify their assets, and participate in large-scale projects, no matter where they are in the world. The real estate investment revolution is on the move, and it is more inclusive and accessible than ever before.

    Sep 21, 2025#Real Estate#Immobilier#Syndication#Tontine#Economy