JLL announced that it has named Kevin MacKenzie as president, Americas capital markets, JLL – effective Jan. 1.
MacKenzie will succeed Jody Thornton in this position, who will assume the role of executive chairman, Americas capital markets, continuing oversight of various initiatives.
“Succession has always been a top priority of our firm, and those that show the passion, desire and skill set to lead, will have growth opportunities at this company,” said Mark Gibson, CEO Americas at JLL Capital Markets. “Our goal is to maximize everyone’s potential, and always balance leadership with our player/coach model. We are thrilled to have Kevin in this key role.”
MacKenzie began his career as an analyst in the Dallas office in 2004 and was promoted to a role in production just one year later. He held various roles (at HFF and JLL) across the company, first moving to co-head the Orange County office in 2011, then overseeing the Los Angeles and the Pacific Nor
