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JLL Spark investor: Sean WrightÂ
Our latest post in the JLL Spark investor series is a feature on Sean Wright, JLL Sparkâs Investment Principal covering the EMEA region. Originally from the United States, he is based in Germany where he has lived and worked for many years. His investment career began in private equity before becoming an entrepreneur and eventually moving…
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FEATURED RESEARCH – The future of AI in PropTech: Where demand is creating investment opportunity
AI may be overhyped at the moment, but we can confidently say that the direction is clear: Demand for AI-driven solutions in real estate is rising. According to JLLâs Future of Work 2024 survey, 90.1% of companies plan to run their corporate real estate function with AI and technology supporting human experts. Though understanding of…
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From brown to green: How JLL’s technology investments help our clients achieve their net zero goals Â
Increasing demand for sustainable buildings from tenants, investors, and regulators is leading to a shift toward greener practices and technologies across the real estate industry.
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Asia Pacific â part 2: Distinctive real estate trends and PropTech VC activityÂ
We recently explored the real estate industry in Asia Pacific and why it offers vast potential for PropTech solutions. Now we look at the some of the PropTech adoption trends and why there seems to be a lower volume of VC investment compared to the US and Europe.
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Spark X: Pioneering the future of corporate venture studios with JLLÂ Â
Founded in 2021, Spark X is the embodiment of innovation and strategic growth within the JLL family. Where JLL Spark Global Ventures excels in identifying and investing in groundbreaking startups, Spark X takes a hands-on approach, building transformative solutions from the ground up.
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CVC series, part 6: The future of corporations and startups working together Â
Correctly balancing the needs of employees, shareholders, and investors is critical to successfully run a CVC. In order to get it right, you need top level support , aligned processes, investment skills, allocated capital and time, of course, but you have to start with metrics.
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The real estate industry in Asia Pacific â part 1, a regional overviewÂ
The Asia Pacific region presents a massive market opportunity for PropTech due to its population, rapid urbanization, and increased demand for real estate services.
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How JLL Spark and JLL Technologies’ Alliances help drive PropTech startup success
One of the key benefits of securing an investment with JLL Spark Global Ventures is the opportunity to be part of a portfolio of startups with the potential for representation and referrals to JLL internal divisions, JLL clients, and other direct customers.
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CVC series, part 5: Crossing the internal chasmÂ
As a strategic corporate venture capital firm, JLL Spark Global Ventures drives value to JLL, our clients, and our startups through the match-making of cutting-edge new technologies.
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2024 PropTech forecast from the JLL Spark team
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JLL Spark Global Ventures: Pioneering the future of real estate through innovationÂ
Technological advancements are transforming industries at an unprecedented rate, and the real estate sector stands to benefit tremendously from this revolution.