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Designing for Inclusivity
Speaker(s): Erin Schultz, Turner Townsend; Kerry Anne Eales, Smith &
Howard
Erin Schultz
As the leader of Turner & Townsend’s Real Estate business in the Southeast
Region, formerly legacy CBRE PJM Advisory, Erin is at the helm of a dynamic
team of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional commercial real
estate projects from concept to closeout. Their expertise spans a diverse range
of sectors, including corporate office, warehouse/distribution, manufacturing,
life sciences, hospitality, multifamily, retail, and healthcare.
Her career began as an interior designer at a Florida-based architecture firm, where she honed her skills in
ground-up construction across industrial, senior living, government, education, and medical sectors. This
foundational experience paved the way for her transition to an owner’s representative role in commercial real
estate at CBRE. Here, she had the privilege of representing major companies globally and embarking on a
leadership journey with some of the industry's most talented project managers.
In her current role, Erin is committed to fostering growth both personally and within the teams she leads
across the Southeast region. The merger with Turner & Townsend has provided an unparalleled opportunity to
leverage the world’s largest project management platform, propelling its business to new heights. Her
journey is a testament to dedication and excellence and her passion for transforming the commercial real
estate landscape.
Kerry Anne Eales
As the Chief Human Resources Officer at Smith + Howard, Kerry leads and
manages all HR functions for a leading accounting and advisory firm with over
200 employees. She has over 24 years of experience in HR, spanning various
industries and continents. She holds the SHRM-SCP credential, which
demonstrates her expertise in strategic and operational HR Leadership.
Her passion for people drives me to add value, provide excellent customer
service, and impact business results for the leadership and the staff of the
organizations she serves. Kerry has personally sourced, recruited, and onboarded top talent that progressed from entry level positions to senior
management, and she has developed HR initiatives and events aimed at
increasing employee engagement, improving employee performance and productivity, and establishing best
practices. She has also represented the organizations she has worked with in various litigious situations,
providing counsel and guidance to resolve conflicts and provide direction. Kerry is a results-driven HR business
partner, striving to have a direct impact on the business goals, while still keeping the focus on the people in
the organization. She also has a passion for fitness and wellness, and is a certified CrossFit, Pilates, Yoga &
Cycle trainer, which reflects her commitment to personal and professional growth.
