JLL Names Nashunda Williams Head of DEI

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On February 22, 2022, JLL announced Nashunda Williams as the new Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Reporting to CEO Christian Ulbrich, Williams will focus on executing the company's DEI strategy over the next 24 months. With six years at JLL, her previous roles include technology advisor and IT business partner. Williams aims to enhance the DEI culture within JLL, continuing the work of Ingrid Jacobs, the prior head of DEI. JLL, a Fortune 500 company, reported $16.6 billion in revenue in 2020, with operations in over 80 countries.

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• Appointment of Nashunda Williams enhances leadership in DEI initiatives.
• Williams' extensive experience within JLL positions her well for strategic implementation.
• Clear commitment to DEI is expected to improve company culture and employee satisfaction.

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CHICAGO, Feb. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL (NYSE:JLL) announced today that Nashunda Williams has been appointed to the global role of Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) with responsibility for implementing the company's DEI strategy. Reporting to CEO Christian Ulbrich and working closely with external advisors, she will focus over the next 24 months on identifying comprehensive actions and assessing future leadership investments that will accelerate JLL's culture of DEI.

"A culture of diversity, equity and inclusion is core to our purpose of shaping the world of real estate for a better world and one of my top priorities is providing environments where all our people feel they belong," said Ulbrich. "Nashunda's strong background in diversity and inclusion, her proven leadership and project management skills, plus her experience working across different JLL teams around the world will help us drive deeper accountability, measurement, transparency and global connectivity for our DEI initiatives."  

Williams has been a leader at JLL for the past six years, first as a technology advisor for the Work Dynamics business and, most recently, as an IT business partner within JLL Technologies (JLLT). She has worked with dozens of JLL clients across multiple industries, helping them design and implement technology strategies and solutions.  She also has been deeply involved in JLL's DEI initiatives, leading the Empower–Black Professionals Network in the U.S. for several years and founding and heading JLLT's global diversity and inclusion committee.

Prior to JLL, Williams worked with multinational companies and diverse teams as a business solutions leader at CRSGroup and in technology management roles at Allstate. She also served in a volunteer capacity as the marketing and engagement director for BDPA, an organization focused on developing diverse work professionals and future leaders in IT and STEM. She earned a bachelor's degree in information systems from Howard University's School of Business

"I believe that diversity, equity and inclusion connect every facet of our business and we can strengthen the power of One JLL by bringing our people together with a shared focus and commitment to DEI," said Williams. "My goal is to advance our progress with a clear, global approach that accelerates our progress now and into the future."

Williams assumes this role from Ingrid Jacobs, who has led JLL's diversity and inclusion initiatives for the past year.

"I would like to thank Ingrid for her contributions to JLL, which laid the foundation for the work that Nashunda will take forward," added Ulbrich. 

About JLL
JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $16.6 billion in 2020, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 95,000 as of September 30, 2021. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit ir.jll.com.

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FAQ

What is the role of Nashunda Williams at JLL?

Nashunda Williams has been appointed as the Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at JLL.

What are Nashunda Williams' main responsibilities?

She is responsible for implementing JLL's DEI strategy over the next 24 months.

Who did Nashunda Williams replace in her new role?

She replaced Ingrid Jacobs, who led JLL's diversity and inclusion initiatives for the past year.

What prior experience does Nashunda Williams have?

Williams has been with JLL for six years in various roles, including technology advisor and IT business partner.

When was the announcement made?

The announcement was made on February 22, 2022.