Real estate manager Hines has appointed a global head of ESG to oversee the implementation of a new ESG strategy with a particular focus on the climate emergency by accelerating the firm’s efforts in decarbonization of the built environment.
They will deepen research support on the disruptive growth and alpha technology strategies.
They will promote a more diverse and inclusive workplace at Blackstone and its portfolio companies.
He will oversee all aspects of the Toronto-based firm’s secondaries program.
They will lead the firm’s global fixed-income business.
He will work closely with the investment team on marketing and investment sourcing activities.
The appointments bring the number of partners responsible for the group’s activity to nine.
They will guide the plan’s DEI framework and employee diversity advisory council.
He previously served as the firm’s chief investment strategist.
They will be responsible for over $750 million in alternative and asset allocation mutual fund and private client separate account strategies.