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Inspiring Innovation in Belonging
Pairing global professional experience with his personal immigrant journey, Gustavo – a strategic programs director in Toronto, Canada – is at the forefront of driving innovation for workplace inclusivity.
August 4, 2023 3 Minute Read
Our clients are going through the same DE&I journey. So, to be a trusted partner, CBRE must be at the forefront of driving innovation for an inclusive workplace.
When Gustavo joined CBRE as a graduate intern five years ago, he never imagined he’d be helping to advance diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), let alone help lead the expansion of employee business resource groups (EBRGs) globally.
In his current role as Strategic Programs Director for Global Workplace Solutions, Gustavo helps enable our clients’ long-term success. But he’s realized his work goes beyond that. “Bringing in a DE&I focus has made me a change manager for our people too,” says Gustavo. “Our clients are going through the same DE&I journey. So, to be a trusted partner, CBRE must be at the forefront of driving innovation for an inclusive workplace.”
Gustavo leverages his personal and professional experiences to build the bridge between CBRE’s capabilities and his clients’ potential. His passion for learning and exploration inspired his immigration to Canada after working in Brazil and China in the education industry. “The initial lack of belongingness I experienced as an immigrant made me realize its importance and recognize it’s only possible in an inclusive workplace that brings in perspectives from all parts of the world.” After helping drive CBRE Canada’s Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan, Gustavo decided to get others involved and start the Indigenous Network EBRG.
“What is great about our EBRGs is that they tap into the entrepreneurship—that innovative, collaborative spirit—that exists throughout the business. Even within our Fortune 500 company, EBRGs give everyone from Senior Managing Directors to Interns the chance to thrive and have an impact. And that is powerful.”
Gustavo’s message is clear: EBRGs are key to creating an enhanced sense of belonging and purpose for individual employees. “When people think of making change through DE&I they’ll often think of large structural changes like supply chain or hiring practices, but there are simpler ways to get everyone involved. DE&I is everyone’s job. It’s what makes a real difference for our people, communities and clients.”
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In his current role as Strategic Programs Director for Global Workplace Solutions, Gustavo helps enable our clients’ long-term success. But he’s realized his work goes beyond that. “Bringing in a DE&I focus has made me a change manager for our people too,” says Gustavo. “Our clients are going through the same DE&I journey. So, to be a trusted partner, CBRE must be at the forefront of driving innovation for an inclusive workplace.”
Gustavo leverages his personal and professional experiences to build the bridge between CBRE’s capabilities and his clients’ potential. His passion for learning and exploration inspired his immigration to Canada after working in Brazil and China in the education industry. “The initial lack of belongingness I experienced as an immigrant made me realize its importance and recognize it’s only possible in an inclusive workplace that brings in perspectives from all parts of the world.” After helping drive CBRE Canada’s Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan, Gustavo decided to get others involved and start the Indigenous Network EBRG.
“What is great about our EBRGs is that they tap into the entrepreneurship—that innovative, collaborative spirit—that exists throughout the business. Even within our Fortune 500 company, EBRGs give everyone from Senior Managing Directors to Interns the chance to thrive and have an impact. And that is powerful.”
Gustavo’s message is clear: EBRGs are key to creating an enhanced sense of belonging and purpose for individual employees. “When people think of making change through DE&I they’ll often think of large structural changes like supply chain or hiring practices, but there are simpler ways to get everyone involved. DE&I is everyone’s job. It’s what makes a real difference for our people, communities and clients.”
To learn more about how we’re realizing a sustainable future, download our Corporate Responsibility Report here.
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