Real Estate Balance has appointed Jo Davis as the organisation’s new chair.
Davis, who is principal, managing director of place, UK executive chair at Avison Young, will take over from Liz Peace when she steps down on 1 May.
Davis has a property career spanning 30 years, with a background in town planning. At Avison Young, she has responsibility for the UK Women’s Network, gender pay gap and she sits on the global board with responsibility for diversity, equality, inclusion and mentoring.
Davis said: “Liz has done amazing work as chair of Real Estate Balance. It’s a premiership organisation and it’s a huge privilege to take over from her as chair. My job now is one of guardianship and growth, building on everything that has already been achieved. I started my real estate career in a team with a leadership structure that set me up for success. I was really lucky, and I want that to become the norm. I look forward to working alongside Real Estate Balance’s team to expand its reach and ensuring we remain relevant and agile to people at all stages of their career.”
Sue Brown, managing director of Real Estate Balance, added: “Jo brings with her exceptional experience and has a genuine understanding, dedication and passion for the work we do at Real Estate Balance. I’m looking forward to working with her as we transition to the next phase for the organisation.”
Edward Ali McQuilton, senior partner of real estate at Granger Reis, which conducted the search for a new chair pro bono, said: “Real Estate Balance is at the heart of change within UK real estate and, alongside the whole team, Liz leaves an incredible legacy upon which to build. We’re proud to provide continued support and, with the many areas of change still needed in the sector, the new chair appointment was one of the most important pieces of work we have ever undertaken. We look forward to seeing Jo and the board steward the organisation to continued success.”
