Empower
Black Professionals Network
As one of JLL's Business Resource Groups, the Empower — Black Professionals Network’s mission is to attract, develop and retain top Black talent at JLL through community engagement, leadership development and a culture of inclusiveness.
Our stories
Read stories from some of our members on how they’re achieving their personal and professional ambitions.
Highlights
Over 2,900 members in the Americas
15 chapters across the US, Canada and Latin America
Partners with REAP Inc., which provides talented minority professionals opportunities in commercial real estate
Hosts annual Black History Month program for all employees, with employee recognition, guest speakers, community outreach and awareness
Held second annual Black Excellence Summit in 2021 for high potential Black talent with quest speaker India Gary-Martin
Hosts quarterly professional development webinars for members, including topics on career growth, wellness, D&I and more
Increased HBCU engagement including targeted recruitment events and co-launched a national mentorship program
Launched annual Career Perspectives Program pairing members with senior leaders to discuss career ambitions
Community moments
The Black Professionals Network chapter in Atlanta gathered for a local event.
The Black Professionals Network chapter in Detroit teamed up with the Women's Business Network and a client to support their annual holiday toy drive.
The Black Professionals Network National Leadership Team gathered in Chicago for their annual strategy session in November to discuss 2019 and plan 2020 goals.
Members of The Black Professionals Network attended the Executive Leadership Council's Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium, which prepares high-performing managers from JLL and other like-minded companies for break-through career growth.
The Black Professionals Network partnered with JLL Houston and JLL's national recruiting team to exhibit at the Black MBA Conference.
JLL leaders including Global CEO, Christian Ulbrich, Americas CEO, Greg O'Brien, and Americas Vice Chairman, Herman Bulls, attend the gala for the Executive Leadership Council's Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium.
