Aged just 47, she passed away at the weekend leaving behind husband, Ian, (pictured) and their two children.

‘It is with immense sadness that we share the news of the passing of Trish Barrigan, a founding partner of real estate private equity firm Benson Elliot, following a battle with cancer,’ said the company.

Marc Mogull, co-founder, wrote in a tribute: ‘Today we lost a colleague, a leader and a dear, dear friend. We lost a champion for women in our industry, a mentor for many in our company, and an inspirational figure for all. We lost someone who, more than anyone, can claim credit for building the great organisation - the great family - that is Benson Elliot. For my part, I've lost one of my best friends.

‘Trish has been at my side since the day Benson Elliot was first an idea, let alone an entity. Her talent was obvious to all who worked with her, both inside and outside the company.

‘What was only appreciated by those closest to her, though, was her humanity, her team spirit, her concern for each and every individual in our organisation, her joy at watching her Benson Elliot family grow up alongside her family at home. She leaves a legacy which we intend to suitably honour.

‘Our heartfelt love and thoughts go out to her husband, Ian, and her children Jack and Grace at this time.’

The company also said that should anyone wish to do something in her memory, they should give a donation to The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. If they give Trish's name they will ensure that donations are put into the neuro-oncology research fund section so that the money can go towards brain tumour research. Donations can be made by cheque (sent to the Sutton address preferably) or online using this link:
www.royalmarsden.org/remember

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