German Herrera

Strategic and results-driven Global Sustainability Leader with over 20 years of experience bridging the gap between high-level economic theory and complex engineering execution. Proven track record of orchestrating multi-billion-dollar sustainability programs for Fortune 50 clients, specializing in decarbonization, resource circularity, and operational optimization. Expert at navigating global stakeholder landscapes to deliver measurable ESG impact, including 72% GHG emission reductions and 70%+ water savings across massive real estate portfolios.

Global Sustainability Program Lead at JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle – Real Estate) (2019-07 – Present)

Orchestrate sustainability delivery across all real estate service lines, including Facilities Management, Engineering, and Project Management for a global portfolio. Serve as the primary sustainability lead for Procter & Gamble (P&G), aligning global engineering governance with corporate ESG goals.

• Global Transformation: Orchestrate sustainability delivery across all real estate service lines, including Facilities Management, Engineering, and Project Management for a global portfolio.
• Executive Partnership: Serve as the primary sustainability lead for Procter & Gamble (P&G), aligning global engineering governance with corporate ESG goals.
• Decarbonization Results: Achieved a 32% reduction in energy consumption and a 72% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions.
• Resource Conservation: Delivered 70% water reduction and 37% waste reduction against a 2010 baseline.
• Circular Economy: Expanded Zero Waste to Landfill to 76 sites globally, including 18 flagship Innovation Centers.
• Award-Winning Performance: Recognized with the client's 2022 inaugural Supplier Sustainability Award for exceptional commitment to environmental protection.

Energy & Sustainability Lead (EMEA/India) at JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle – Real Estate) (2017-07 – 2019-06)

• Executed regional sustainability strategy across Europe, India, the Middle East, and Africa for the P&G account.
• Standardized delivery tools and cross-functional partnerships to optimize regional energy performance.

Regional Facility Manager at JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle – Real Estate) (2013-03 – 2017-06)

Managed integrated facility management and property services for high-value corporate portfolios for Microsoft.

• Managed integrated facility management and property services for high-value corporate portfolios.
• Reduced regional energy consumption by 35% over four years while maintaining peak employee satisfaction scores.
• Controlled full Real Estate and Facilities budgets, ensuring strict environmental compliance and risk management.

Partner & Commercial Manager at KLOVER IT (2002-11 – 2013-02)

• Led business development and human resources for up to 40 employees.
• Developed comprehensive business plans and economic analyses for the ICT sector, focusing on BMS, VoIP, and SCADA technologies.

Coordination Engineer at Aguas de la Costa (2000 – 2002)

• Led water/sanitation system optimization in San Juan Nepomuceno, Colombia.

Resident Engineer at Estudios Técnicos S.A. / Bogotá Gas (2000 – 2002)

• Supervised major sanitary sewage and gas pipeline construction projects.

Master's in Economics – National University of Colombia (2008)

Civil Engineer – Los Andes University, Colombia (2000)