Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated announced the appointment of Ben Breslau to the newly established role of Chief Research Officer, effective immediately. He will work closely with the firm's Global Executive Board and chair the firm's Global Research Executive Board (GREB). In his role of Chief Research Officer, Americas, Breslau led JLL's 200-person Research & Strategy team in the Americas region and was part of the GREB, which aligns and guides the firm's strategic research priorities and initiatives. Other members of the GREB include Roddy Allan, James Brown, Sean Coghlan, Jeremy Kelly, Kim Mercado and Marie Puybaraud. Breslau has elevated the firm's research capabilities with a focus on advanced analytics, insightful interpretation and strategic application. Breslau has participated in and led consulting assignments advising domestic and international clients on real estate market conditions, opportunities and strategies. Having held a variety of roles spanning property types and industries, Breslau has a deep understanding of the needs of JLL's clients, including occupiers and investors of all sizes.