Newmark Group Named Mike Whitaker as Chief Information Officer
The commercial real estate firm appointed Whitaker to lead enterprise technology and data strategy.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in People
Newmark Group has appointed Mike Whitaker as group chief information officer to oversee the firm’s technology and data initiatives. He will serve on the executive committee to align enterprise strategy with long-term growth objectives.
Why it matters
The appointment aims to tighten the integration between Newmark's technology infrastructure and its broader operational priorities. This shift signals a heightened focus on using data to drive internal efficiency and competitive positioning in commercial real estate.
The firm appointed one new group chief information officer to the executive committee, marking a change in leadership oversight. Sridhar Potineni will now report directly to Whitaker, creating a new chain of command within the firm's technology department.
The players
Mike Whitaker
The newly appointed group chief information officer at Newmark Group who oversees enterprise-wide technology and data strategy.
Newmark Group
A commercial real estate services firm that provides advisory and brokerage services to corporate and institutional clients globally.
Luis Alvarado
An executive at Newmark Group to whom the new chief information officer reports.
Sridhar Potineni
An executive within the technology division who reports to the group chief information officer.
Kyle Lutnick
A colleague at Newmark Group who collaborates with the chief information officer on technology and information initiatives.
The details
Whitaker will work alongside Kyle Lutnick to direct the company’s information, data, and technology strategy. His mandate includes strategic oversight of all technology initiatives to ensure they support operational growth. By consolidating these functions, the company intends to better leverage its data assets to improve how it functions across its markets.
Timeline
Newmark Group announced the appointment of Mike Whitaker on September 28, 2026.
Market Landscape
This appointment aligns with the industry-wide trend of elevating technology leadership to the executive suite to drive digital transformation. It follows a pattern where major service firms prioritize centralized data strategy to gain competitive advantages in operational efficiency.
Operators should watch for potential shifts in internal data processes or vendor requirements that may result from this leadership transition. Evaluate whether your current technology partnerships align with the increased emphasis on integrated data strategies becoming standard at larger firms.
The takeaway
Centralizing technology and data oversight into the C-suite is a growing priority for managing complex operational portfolios. Operators should assess if their own technology stacks provide a unified data view to support long-term scaling, rather than acting as siloed cost centers.
Further reading
For more on shifts in corporate leadership and organizational strategy, see People.
