JLL Strengthens Risk Advisory Leadership with Appointments of Becci Curry and Eric Durden

CHICAGO — JLL announced March 4, 2026, the appointments of two senior industry leaders to its Value & Risk Advisory business, pairing global risk management expertise with operational leadership as the firm responds to what it describes as growing institutional demand for integrated valuation and advisory services.

Becci Curry joins as Global Head of Strategy, Quality Management & Institutional Lead, and Eric Durden joins as U.S. Head of Value & Risk Advisory. The two will co-lead a joint program focused on delivering advisory solutions for lenders and investors.

Strategic Appointments Signal Firm Investment

The hires represent a significant investment in JLL's advisory capabilities. Alexandra Bryant, Global CEO of JLL Value & Risk Advisory, framed the appointments as a response to evolving client needs.

"The arrival of Becci and Eric marks a pivotal moment for JLL and our clients," Bryant said. "In today's complex market, our clients require both forward-thinking strategic guidance and flawless execution. Becci's expertise in innovation and global risk frameworks, combined with Eric's track record of driving large-scale growth and operational excellence, creates an unmatched leadership team. This partnership will enable us to deliver superior outcomes and solidify our position as the premier advisor in the industry."

The appointments also coincide with the conclusion of Mike Ellis's 30-year career at JLL, where he previously led U.S. Value & Risk Advisory.

Becci Curry: Global Strategy and Quality Management

Curry, based in Seattle, joins JLL from CBRE, where she served as Americas Executive Leader for Quality Management. She holds the MAI and MRICS designations and previously served as Chief Appraiser at Columbia State Bank, giving her direct experience on the lender side of real estate transactions.

Her background spans risk mitigation, ESG initiatives, and regulatory compliance under frameworks including USPAP, CUSPAP, RICS, and FIRREA. Curry has also served on The Appraisal Foundation's Industry Advisory Council and Appraisal Standards Board.

Eric Durden: U.S. Operational Leadership and Growth

Durden, based in Atlanta, joins JLL following a tenure at CBRE, where he led the Valuation & Advisory Services South Division. In that role, he was responsible for strategic direction and profit-and-loss performance across the Southern United States, overseeing operations across multiple markets.

As U.S. Head of Value & Risk Advisory, Durden will focus on operational excellence and large-scale growth across JLL's domestic advisory platform. His appointment reflects JLL's stated emphasis on expanding its presence in the Americas market.

Institutional Demand Cited as Driver

JLL cited increasing institutional demand for integrated valuation and advisory solutions as a primary driver of the appointments. Together, Curry and Durden are expected to enhance JLL's service offerings for lenders and investors and advance the firm's global growth strategy.