The woman behind JLL's data center expansion across India and the Middle East

Priyanka provides strategic advisory services to Hyperscalers, Operators, and Investors across diverse markets. Her responsibilities span market entry strategies, go-to-market planning, and specialized services including powered land acquisition advisory, debt and equity investment guidance, and portfolio divestment solutions.

Her JLL journey began in 2019 as the first Data Center Advisory resource for JLL India in Mumbai, where she was instrumental in establishing the data center advisory practice and successfully closed significant transactions over five years. "Having been with JLL for approximately 6.5-7 years, I've been fortunate to experience multiple opportunities for cross-team collaboration and regional transitions," Priyanka reflects.

In early 2024, she relocated to Dubai to incubate the Data Center practice for the MEA region before transitioning to her current elevated role within the Capital Markets EMEA team.

Recognition came through consistent performance, earning "transaction megastar" status for three consecutive years in India while closing significant deals with leading Hyperscalers and operators. One particularly meaningful project involved a self-build land acquisition for a Hyperscaler, where she collaborated with a developer from her early career. "This unique situation allowed me to leverage my established relationships with teams on both sides, resulting in a highly successful outcome," she notes.

Expanding into UAE and KSA markets presented new challenges and learning opportunities. Priyanka advised investors and international operators on market entry strategies, applying her APAC and India expertise to tackle regional complexities. Her established client relationships proved invaluable as they entrusted her with expanded responsibilities in new territories.

What distinguishes JLL for Priyanka is the organization's commitment to unbiased internal growth and innovation. "The organization actively encourages employees to explore new roles and challenges within the company, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development," she explains. JLL's emphasis on thought leadership influences their client success approach, creating an environment where professional development opportunities align with client-focused strategies, making it an exceptionally rewarding workplace for ambitious professionals seeking cross-regional expertise.