Chris joins from Cushman & Wakefield where he was a partner at the firm
News release
09 October 2023
JLL strengthens its presence in the Bristol industrial and logistics market with appointment of Chris Yates
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JLL has appointed Chris Yates as a Director, where he will act as head of Bristol industrial and logistics, bringing the South West team together. Based in JLL's Bristol office, Chris brings a wealth of experience and industry expertise to further enhance JLL's industrial and logistics capabilities in the region.
Chris Yates joins from Cushman & Wakefield, where he began his career as a graduate in the Cardiff office in 2012. Throughout his tenure, his role expanded into the South West region, and he was appointed as a partner at the firm.
In his new role, Chris will be instrumental in providing strategic advice to JLL's clients in the South West, developing and executing tailored strategies that meet the specific needs and objectives of investors and occupiers in the market.
Chris’ appointment follows the recent announcement of Giles Weir’s appointment as Head of Strategic Occupier Solutions (SOS).
Melinda Cross, Head of UK Industrial & Logistics at JLL, said, "We are pleased to welcome Chris Yates to the JLL team. His impressive track record and deep knowledge of the industrial and logistics sector make him an invaluable addition to our team. Chris's expertise and strategic insights will enable us to provide even greater value to our clients."
Chris Yates, Director at JLL added, "I am excited to become a part of JLL's industry-leading team. I look forward to collaborating with the team and leveraging our combined expertise to drive results for our clients.”
About JLL
For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with annual revenue of $20.8 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 106,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.