JLL has appointed Kara Collins as its inaugural head of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) for Australia and New Zealand.
Collins joined the company in 2018 as a senior property manager. In addition to her full-time role, Kara has also led the state and national DE&I committees, where she has played a “crucial role in shaping a culture that values differences and encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work”, JLL said.
Dan Kernaghan, JLL’s CEO – Australia & New Zealand, said, “Kara’s appointment as the head of diversity, equity and inclusion underscores JLL’s steadfast commitment to driving positive change and creating a more inclusive future.
“Her leadership and passion will undoubtedly inspire our employees to embrace diversity and champion equitable practices throughout our organisation.”
JLL’s head of human resources – Australia & New Zealand, Julie Skinner said, “JLL ANZ’s inaugural appointment of a dedicated diversity, equity and inclusion leader is a commitment to champion change for the future of our clients, communities, and team members.”
“JLL is committed to gender equity, reconciliation, inclusion and belonging, volunteering in our communities and to ensuring our teams are safe, respected and belong in our flourishing workplaces.”
Collins will report to Nashunda Williams, the global head of DE&I, and will work closely with key clients, stakeholders, and the DE&I teams in Australia and New Zealand to deliver global, regional, and local DE&I strategies.
Collins said, “JLL has continuously shown a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and I am honoured to be entrusted with leading these efforts for Australia and New Zealand. I am excited to work with the passionate DE&I teams and leverage JLL’s extensive resources to ensure our workplace is an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and can thrive.”
“We are fortunate that our clients are keen to partner with us in our Diversity endeavours, and we do not underestimate the role we can play in ensuring that the communities in which we operate are inclusive for all.”
