Real Estate Balance is pleased to welcome BlackRock, DWS and Related Argent as its newest members.
This significant addition reflects continued momentum across the UK real estate sector to build more inclusive workplace cultures, strengthen a sense of belonging, and ensure people from all backgrounds have the opportunity to thrive.
A growing collective driving change
Since 2015, Real Estate Balance has been working with its members through programmes, campaigns and events designed to support more equitable and inclusive cultures across the industry.
With these three new members, the organisation now represents 120 of the most influential companies operating in UK real estate, further strengthening its collective voice and ability to accelerate meaningful change.
Leadership comments
Jo Davis, Chair of Real Estate Balance, said:
“I’m delighted to welcome BlackRock, DWS and Related Argent to Real Estate Balance. I know they will each bring significant experience that will be of huge benefit to our membership, while their joining sends a clear signal about our industry’s direction of travel. People in UK real estate matter and everyone deserves the chance to succeed, regardless of their background and personal circumstances. I look forward to working with these organisations and continuing to drive progress.”
Simon Wallace, Managing Director, Global Co-Head of Real Estate Research & Head of the UK Real Estate Group at DWS, said:
“At DWS, we recognise that supporting diversity in our workplace translates into positive outcomes and perspectives which is essential to building a more resilient, relevant industry. When our teams reflect the communities we invest in and serve, we challenge assumptions, sharpen decision-making, and create places that work better for more people.”
Tom Goodall, Chief Executive Director at Related Argent, said:
“Related Argent has a proven track record in creating diverse and thriving places and we believe the people behind these places can bring the same energy and passion to supporting the objectives of Real Estate Balance. Diverse and inclusive environments help deliver long-term social and economic value and we are looking forward to working with Real Estate Balance to help drive collective change in the industry.”
