JLL supported the LGBT community at this year’s Leeds Pride by becoming the first global property adviser to march in the event.
Staff from the firm’s Leeds and London offices along with client and peer companies, that are part of the UK LGBT networking group for property professionals, marched in the parade to celebrate diversity and acceptance of the LGBT community.
JLL lead director, Yorkshire & the North East, Jeff Pearey, said: “Leeds Pride was a great opportunity for JLL to support the LGBT community and its allies, and aligns with our own ambition of building a more diverse and inclusive workplace.
“The UK property industry has needed change in terms of diversity and equality. It is no secret there is still some way to go – but change is definitely happening.
“Our involvement was a huge statement displaying our commitment to change not just at JLL but the property industry as a whole.”
CKD rises to the challenge
CKD Galbraith came first in this year’s Lanrick Challenge, held on the Lanrick estate in central Scotland.
Staff from the property consultancy took on rope climbs, tunnel crawls and freezing river crossings as part of the physically and mentally demanding obstacle course.
Money raised by the event went to Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance and The Sandpiper Trust. Both organisations provide vital support to rural communities across Scotland.
Tee for two for charities
Staff and partners of Orbit Homes teed off their summer charity fundraising with two golf days, in Warwickshire and Kent.
The events raised more than £23,000 for the Stroke Association and children’s hospice Demelza House.
Orbit Homes’ head of construction, George Obeng-Manu, said: “Over the past six years, our golf days have raised £155,000 for charity.
“We would like to thank our sponsors in the Midlands, AC Lloyd New Homes and Wright Hassall Solicitors, SMDL New Homes and Squire Patton Boggs Solicitors.”
JLL gets behind the wheel
JLL Canary Wharf sponsored children’s charity London Play’s Go-Kart Build and Race event at Mudchute Farm, in Docklands. JLL donated a total of £600 towards two go-karts for the event.
Some JLL staff helped out on the day building vehicles, that were later part of a race.
The winning kart was built by Hackney Marsh Adventure Playground.
Second win for Savills
The IAS/OAS annual tennis tournament saw Savills hold court for the second year running and lift the winners’
trophy. The men’s doubles event took place at Virgin Active in Northwood, Middlesex.
Agents from Gerald Eve, Bilfinger GVA, Vail Williams and staff from Jaguar Land Rover were among those taking part. Savills beat teams from Gerald Eve and Jaguar Land Rover six games to three.
Peak interest
Two property agents are at peak fitness after completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge. Oulsnam & Company’s Laura Fiddes-Baron and a friend completed the 26-mile hike, and raised more than £800 for the Alzheimer’s Society.
A group of 30 CBRE employees also conquered the trio of peaks.
Four teams took part in the climb, with three teams completing it within 24 hours. The group raised more than £10,000 for Haven House Children’s Hospice.
GET INVOLVED
Make the break
How far can you go in 24 hours with just £15? That’s the challenge set by real estate investment manager, Newcore Capital.
The Break for the Border event on 30 September requires participants to get as far as they can from Grosvenor Square, W1, in 24 hours with only £15 to spend. The winning prize is a
five-day holiday for two in Las Vegas, valued at £2,300.
The event is to support the prison rehabilitation charity Clink, which trains serving prisoners in catering skills, to help them gain academic qualifications and reduce the rate of reoffending.
• For more information and to register go to www.break4theborder.com
Pile on the pounds
A five-man team from Levy Real Estate is to take on the LandAid 24 Peak Challenge, raising money to help end youth homelessness in the UK. Henry Leighton, Gary Barlow, Jack Garrett, Aaron Moles and James Elliott are raising money
by asking sponsors to pledge “a pound a peak”. The challenge takes place on 9-11 September. Participants will summit peaks of more than 2,400ft and walk a total of 51km in just 24 hours.
• To donate go to https://mydonate.bt.com/fundraisers/levyrealestate
• If you would like to take part in the challenge, got to www.landaid.org/events/24-peak-challenge
Say yes to snow
Property veteran Sir John Ritblat is chairing the launch of new charity, the British Ski and Snowboard National Foundation. The charity aims to support talented young athletes and projects that increase grassroots participation in snowsports.
The event takes place on 22 September at the British Olympic Association, 60 Charlotte Street, W1.
