Diversity & Inclusion

The OneHines initiative supports an inclusive culture in which all Hines employees feel valued and have equal opportunity to achieve their maximum potential. With offices in 23 countries around the world and a workforce of more than 4,400 professionals, we believe that diverse skills and viewpoints make us stronger and better able to serve our investors, partners, clients and communities.

Hines is driven by a commitment to excellence, integrity and innovation. Employees are essential to our success, and we are dedicated to attracting, developing and promoting a talented, diverse and multicultural workforce. We strive to provide an inclusive environment where differences are valued, embraced and celebrated, and where everyone can reach their full potential. Diverse perspectives advance new ideas and foster our entrepreneurial culture, creating successful outcomes for our firm as well as our partners, clients, investors and employees.

OneHines is a personal focus of mine. Our firm strongly values diverse team members and viewpoints and believes a culture of inclusivity enables us to adapt quickly to shifting market needs and strategic opportunities.

Jeffrey C. Hines, President & CEO

What diversity at Hines means to me

"Trusting, respecting and partnering with people from incredibly different backgrounds and functions—from building engineering to investment—who come together around a common purpose."

Claire Thielke

Managing Director, Investment Management

"Fostering respect and leveraging one another’s differences, prospering from varied experiences and points of view, and providing the opportunity for everyone to contribute, and be recognized for, their unique abilities."

Dana Morrey

Vice President, Human Resources

"Keeping an open mind in hiring and promoting employees leads to diverse thoughts and opinions and makes Hines stronger."

Jesse Carrillo

Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer

“Working with colleagues who are genuinely colorblind, and who are open-minded and flexible enough to accommodate various working arrangements, results in a rich and enjoyable professional experience.”

Velda Sosah

Managing Director, European Tax

“Differing backgrounds, cultures and creeds bring us diverse thoughts and ideas, which is what will keep the entrepreneurial spirit at Hines alive.”

Adil Noorani

Senior Managing Director, U.S. Southwest Region

“Empowering my team to think outside the box and foster an inclusive culture that leverages every employee’s passion.”

Andrew Cooke

Vice President, Property Management, U.S. East Region

“Encouraging diverse thought and perspectives to solve challenges. This encourages creative thinking about opportunities that allows us to better serve our investors.”

Varun Akula

Director, U.S. West Region

“Embracing the broad range of backgrounds and perspectives of our stakeholders, and advancing these various perspectives, enhances the services we provide our clients.”

Sue Avila

General Property Manager, U.S. East Region

Diversity Road Map

Hines has established a diversity leadership committee to help oversee the firm's priorities and set objectives. The following actions support these goals.

Set the intention and make it known With internal and external communications, participation in industry forums, and through public reports such as Hines' annual Sustainability Report, Hines values and intends to increase diversity in its workforce and leadership.
Ask questions and be open to new ideas “Where should we recruit?” “How do we better connect our employees?” These are examples of powerful questions Hines can use to strengthen the role of diverse ideas and inclusion in decision-making.
Expand policies that support inclusion Hines continues to explore where shifts in policies—parental leave, flexible work schedules and other practices—can unlock greater potential for inclusion, productivity and career advancement.
Build diverse leadership teams Recruiting, mentorship and career development opportunities are among the ways Hines will be able to foster diverse, experienced teams serving in a broader range of roles and functions.
Evaluate actions and progress Hines is examining the criteria and metrics of leading diversity indexes. These frameworks, as well as other tools, allow the firm to evaluate policies, measure performance and report progress.
Advance the conversation By supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives and providing channels for conversations, Hines can help ensure all voices are heard.

Image Gallery

Emerging Markets - Investment Management

Collaborative team meeting

Hines Management Orientation Program

Spring 2017

Hines Management Orientation Program

Spring 2017

Hines Management Orientation Program

Spring 2017

Installation in honor of NYC Pride Week by artist Jihan Zencirli

Commissioned by Squarespace at Hines’ Hudson Square portfolio

Installation in honor of NYC Pride Week by artist Jihan Zencirli

Commissioned by Squarespace at Hines’ Hudson Square portfolio

1 / 6

Contact Hines

Headquarters

Global Headquarters

2800 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056-6188
United States
1 713 621 8000
Contact Hines

European Headquarters

5 Welbeck St.
London W1G 9YQ
United Kingdom
44 20 7292 1900

Regional Offices

Diversity & Inclusion

Onehines

What diversity at Hines means to me

Claire Thielke

Managing Director, Investment Management

Dana Morrey

Vice President, Human Resources

Jesse Carrillo

Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer

Velda Sosah

Managing Director, European Tax

Adil Noorani

Senior Managing Director, U.S. Southwest Region

Andrew Cooke

Vice President, Property Management, U.S. East Region

Varun Akula

Director, U.S. West Region

Sue Avila

General Property Manager, U.S. East Region

Diversity Road Map

Image Gallery

Emerging Markets - Investment Management

Hines Management Orientation Program

Hines Management Orientation Program

Hines Management Orientation Program

Installation in honor of NYC Pride Week by artist Jihan Zencirli

Installation in honor of NYC Pride Week by artist Jihan Zencirli

Contact Hines

Global Headquarters

European Headquarters