European real estate manager Axa Real Estate Investment Managers (Axa REIM) has announced the appointment of Dennis G. Lopez as Global Chief Investment Officer. Heading up all Axa Reim Fund Management activities, Lopez will be responsible for the quality and consistency of investment services as well as the performances delivered to all Axa REIM clients. He will report to Pierre Vaquier, Chief Executive Officer of Axa REIM, and will join the company’s management board.