Business & Community Activity
Mr. Zari Kovo purchased the properties through a series of acquisitions in 1992-1998 and has been the single driving force in the development of Camden Town over the last two decades, binging it to its landmark status. He was pivotal in establishing Camden Market as the 2nd largest tourist attraction in Europe with over 150 million visitors per annum. During his tenure Mr. Zari Kovo had successfully achieved planning consent in Camden Town for the largest residential and commercial development facility to date. In 2014, a majority portion of Camden Market Holdings was acquired for $680 million by Market Tech Holdings a public entity in the UK.
Prior to purchasing and developing Camden Markets and Camden Town properties, Mr. Zari Kovo owned and operated one of the largest flea markets in the USA for a number of years. The Opa Lacka Flea Market, in Florida. With over 4,000 tenants on an 80 acre site, the market received accolade and support by the Florida House of Representatives for creating the most jobs in the State that year. The property was later sold to Hong Kong billionaire and friend Li Kai Shing for $120 million
Mr. Zari Kovo had also developed shopping centers and office buildings such as the Juewellenbeurs Exchange Building and Hotel in Antwerpen Belgium, amongst other commercial and leisure developments currently under management in Notting Hill, London, Hong Kong and Israel.
Mr. Zari Kovo is regarded a visionary in the field of real estate and father to six children with whom he enjoys brining on board to certain projects, namely his eldest son, tech entrepreneur O.D. Kobo and his daughter Ronny Kobo as creative director.
Mr. George Warwar
George Warwar is a businessman and entrepreneur whose business activity is associated with real estate, hospitality, investments and the diamond industry.
Real Estate
George Warwar is involved in real estate investment and development, with business activity associated with projects in Israel and international markets, including Greece.
His real estate interests include the evaluation, development and management of properties, as well as opportunities involving mixed-use, residential and hospitality-related assets.
International real estate activity requires consideration of local regulation, financing, taxation, planning, market demand and the long-term operating potential of each property.
Hospitality
Hospitality is another area associated with George Warwar’s business activity.
Hotel and resort projects combine real estate with an operating business. Evaluating such projects requires consideration of location, guest demand, seasonality, operating costs, management structure and the physical condition of the property.
George Warwar’s business profile includes activity related to hotels, resorts and hospitality assets in international markets.
Investments and International Business
George Warwar’s business activity also includes investments and the evaluation of opportunities across different markets.
International business activity requires working with local professionals and understanding the legal, financial and commercial environment of each market.
Each opportunity should be assessed according to its specific characteristics, risks and operating conditions rather than on the basis of a single investment model.
Diamond Industry
George Warwar is also associated with activity in the diamond industry in Israel.
His business profile includes a company operating in the Israeli Diamond Exchange and involved in diamond trading.
The diamond industry requires specialist knowledge of grading, certification, market conditions and the commercial factors that influence the purchase and sale of diamonds.
Business Activity in Israel and International Markets
George Warwar’s business interests span several sectors and markets.
His professional activity is primarily associated with real estate, hospitality, investments and diamonds, with business interests in Israel and international markets.
This page provides an overview of the principal business areas associated with George Warwar.