JLL Names Ernesto Rodriguez as Chief Executive Officer of Mexico to Drive Strategic Growth and Market Leadership

CHICAGO, December 17, 2025 – JLL announced today that Ernesto Rodriguez has joined the firm as Chief Executive Officer for Mexico. The appointment strengthens JLL's leadership position in one of Latin America's most dynamic commercial real estate markets and positions the firm to capitalize on significant growth opportunities across the region.

Rodriguez will be based in JLL's Mexico City office and report to Americas Leasing Advisory CEO John Gates. He will focus on leading the company's team to drive strategic growth and market leadership throughout Mexico.

Rodriguez brings over 25 years of exceptional experience in the Mexican real estate market with deep expertise across industrial, office, retail, and investment sales. He joins JLL from MRP, where he most recently served as CEO of the industrial division, leading major capital deployment initiatives and fund-raising efforts.

"Ernesto's appointment represents a pivotal moment for JLL Mexico. His proven leadership and deep understanding of the market will continue to strengthen our position and gain market share," said John Gates, Americas Leasing Advisory CEO, JLL. "His ability to build world-class teams and drive complex, high-value transactions will ensure our continued success in delivering exceptional client outcomes across Mexico's diverse commercial real estate landscape."

Rodriguez's distinguished career includes numerous executive achievements in capital markets and investment sales. During his tenure at CBRE as Head of Capital Markets for Mexico, he built and led the top-performing team in the country, closing over 100 transactions at approximately $6 billion in value.

Throughout his career, Rodriguez has been recognized as a market leader with strong institutional and private capital relationships, having advised and transacted with major clients including global leaders in logistics and institutional investment management firms, among others.

"I am excited to join JLL and lead this exceptional team of professionals across Mexico," said Rodriguez. "The market presents tremendous opportunities for growth, and I look forward to working with our talented team to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional value to our clients while strengthening and building JLL's position in the market."

Rodriguez earned his Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM).