Hudson Pacific Properties has announced the appointment of Brent Obleton as the firm’s new Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion.
Obleton will be responsible for developing and executing an organisational strategy to advance Hudson Pacific’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), whether related to the company’s internal processes, external relationships or the real estate industry at large. In addition to creating new programmes, he will also build upon existing DE&I and belonging efforts at the company, including partnerships to enhance the pipeline of diverse talent, developing programmes to advance underrepresented employees and leading the Employee Resource Groups programme.
“At Hudson Pacific, we recognise that the true value of diversity can only be realised through equitable systems and inclusive cultures; where all employees have a sense of belonging,” stated Victor Coleman, Chairman and CEO of Hudson Pacific. “We are extremely fortunate to have Brent join Hudson Pacific in this new role. With his experience and our entire team’s commitment, we will advance our vision of a more diverse, equitable and inclusive company and industry.”
EQUITABLE SYSTEMS & INCLUSIVE CULTURE
Commenting on the role, Obleton stated: “I am excited to join an organisation that has been at the forefront of innovation in the real estate industry; and that is committed to furthering DE&I efforts both internally and within the wider real estate ecosystem. I look forward to expanding DE&I initiatives and partnerships in ways that foster a more inclusive environment where our employees and colleagues feel seen, heard and valued.”
Obleton previously served as the Senior Diversity and Inclusion Business Partner within Genentech’s Chief Diversity Office, where he developed and led cross-functional DE&I strategies and initiatives for this large global organisation. Before that, he served as the Assistant Dean of Students and Associate Director for Stanford University’s Centers for Equity, Community and Leadership.
Obleton earned a Doctor of Education degree in Organisation Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California; and a Master of Arts degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, both from Kennesaw State University.
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