In profile: JLL's director of strategic research, Carol Hodgson

In profile: JLL's director of strategic research, Carol Hodgson
Jessie RichardsonNovember 4, 2014

NAME: Carol Hodgson

POSITION: Director, strategic research

COMPANY: JLL

OFFICE LOCATION: Brisbane

How long have you been in the industry?

10 years

What's happening in the area you specialise in?

Queensland is going through an interesting time at the moment with the switch from resource based to more broader based economic growth. However, there are opportunities, particularly in the residential market, and the longer term outlook is very positive.

Describe the most interesting commercial property you have worked on?

A lot of my work is more based on markets than individual buildings. However, I worked at investment companies in London and Paris during and after the global financial crisis - it made for interesting market dynamics and investment strategies.

What are the ingredients to being successful in your job?

Being analytical and building up relationships across the industry. Having a naturally inquisitive nature also helps.

What aspects of your role do you enjoy the most?

I enjoy learning about new property markets and their interaction with the wider economy.

Where would you invest a spare $750,000?

I'd either buy a residential apartment in central Brisbane or failing that residential in London (although I might need more than $750,000 for that!)

Which football team do you support?

I'm originally from the north of England so I'm not an Aussie Rules supporter - my home soccer team is Middlesbrough.

What's your favourite app or techno gadget?

Google Maps - it's saved me from getting lost a number of times!

How do you use social media?

I'm not a big user of social media, however, I am fairly active on LinkedIn.

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