Professional Experience
Associated Office
Jessica Lall is CBRE’s Managing Director overseeing the firm’s Downtown Los Angeles office. In this role, Jessica is responsible for developing and implementing strategic direction and day-to-day leadership for leasing, sales, valuations, debt and structured finance, and property management across all property types for the Downtown LA market. As a well-respected executive and community leader who is passionate about Downtown LA, Jessica brings a unique perspective from the public sector about the important role commercial real estate plays in the overall health of the broader community.
Previously, Jessica was the President and CEO of Central City Association (CCA) of Los Angeles, a premier advocacy organization focused on elevating the vibrancy of Downtown LA. Here, she represented over 300 large employers, small businesses, nonprofits, and trade associations in LA County with the mission of increasing housing and economic opportunity in the region.
Prior to working with CCA, Jessica served as Executive Director of the South Park Business Improvement District (BID) in Downtown LA, where she envisioned and implemented a nationally lauded public art initiative, launched innovative pilot programs, and elevated the neighborhood with a strategic branding and economic development plan. Jessica also ran for LA City Mayor in 2021, focusing her campaign on proactive solutions to homelessness.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Political and Social Sciences - University of Southern California
Pro Affiliations / Accreditations
- Coro Fellowship in Public Affairs
- Board Member: USC Board of Governors
- Board Member: Downtown Women’s Center
- Board Member: 21st Century
- Board Member: Better 11