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Yao Morin, Ph.D.
Technical executive in application and platform engineering
Yao Morin, Ph.D., is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at JLL, a global commercial real estate and investment management company. She was appointed to this newly created position on May 11, 2023, making her the first individual to hold the role. In her capacity as CTO, Morin leads JLL's global technology development strategy and oversees the centralized engineering group within JLL Technologies (JLLT), which focuses on integrating data and technology to enhance the company's services and sustainability initiatives.123
Background and Education
Morin holds a doctorate and a master's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Minnesota, along with a bachelor's degree in information engineering from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications. Her educational background has equipped her with extensive technical expertise, particularly in data analytics, machine learning, and engineering.35
Career Path
Before becoming CTO, Morin served as JLL's Chief Data Officer, a role she took on in April 2020. During her tenure, she was instrumental in developing strategies for data management and analytics across JLL's operations. Her previous experience includes leadership positions at StubHub, where she was the Chief Data Officer and Head of U.S. Engineering, and at Intuit, where she led data science and machine learning initiatives.124
Contributions and Vision
In her current role, Morin aims to align technology with business strategies to maximize value for clients, focusing on sustainability and efficiency in commercial real estate. She emphasizes the importance of leveraging data to reduce energy consumption and improve the lifecycle of buildings, contributing to JLL's goals of achieving net-zero emissions.356
Morin is also an advocate for diversity in the tech industry and actively supports early-stage startups, reflecting her commitment to fostering innovation and inclusion within the field.13
