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Sign upWelcoming Michela Hancock and Andrea Ruckstuhl as our two newest Board members
News / 25.09.2024
We are very pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members - especially as the news coincides with us reaching 130 members.
The strategic appointments come at an exciting phase in our development, coinciding with Lendlease, Redevco and SLR Consulting joining Real Estate Balance, bringing our total number of members to 130.
The newly appointed Board members are:
- Michela Hancock - Managing Director, Greystar Europe
- Andrea Ruckstuhl - Group Executive, International, Lendlease
The new Board appointments and membership milestone mark a major step-change in Real Estate Balance’s profile and growth, following the appointment of Avison Young’s Jo Davis as Chair earlier this year.
Since 2015, through a range of programmes, campaigns and events, we have been supporting our members to make progress in achieving equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace cultures.
Now, with two prominent new Board members in place and an expanded membership, we are set to further accelerate EDI progress across the UK real estate industry.
The search for Michela and Andrea was conducted by UK-based global executive search firm Granger Reis.
Welcoming the appointments, Jo said:
"We had an unprecedented number of applications for the Board positions from senior leaders throughout our industry – this was a very difficult decision to make.
"Michela has been involved with Real Estate Balance for many years through our Policy and Campaigns Committee and brings a wealth of EDI experience with her.
"Andrea is newer to the organisation and brings the fresh insights and perspectives.
"Both are outstanding real estate leaders and by introducing this extra resource at a time when the industry’s growing commitment to EDI is clearly visible through the arrival of our 130th member, we’re setting up a strong foundation for an inspiring and impactful future."
Michela said:
"Joining the Real Estate Balance Board is an incredible honour and I look forward to supporting the industry to become more diverse and inclusive alongside Sue Brown, Jo Davis and the executive team.
"EDI boosts creativity and innovation, supports organisations to be more adaptable and resilient, and enhances the health and performance of our industry as a whole.
"It's our responsibility to bring awareness to existing challenges, identify best practices, facilitate and enable change and celebrate success. I'm excited to join a team that's working to create a fairer, more equitable industry that attracts and retains talent from across our society."
Andrea said:
"I believe passionately in the power of innovation to create positive outcomes for individuals and communities.
"Innovation happens best when you get diverse expertise and viewpoints together and when everyone feels included and able to contribute fully.
"That is why I am committed to the vision of Real Estate Balance and I look forward to working with the Board and the wider membership to help build a fairer and more inclusive Real Estate industry."
Please click here to find out more about the Real Estate Balance Board of Directors.