Episode 344: Nareit’s Ayris Scales says REITs Undertaking “Critical” Work to Better Reflect Diverse Demographics

Nareit's REIT Report Podcast · Feb 2, 2023 · 9m

The REIT industry is undertaking “critical” work to ensure that real estate’s leadership, staff, and procurement opportunities better reflect the nation’s wider demographics, says Ayris T. Scales, Nareit’s senior vice president for social responsibility and global initiatives.

Speaking on Nareit’s REIT Report, Scales said that Nareit is working together with its REIT members to accelerate change collectively and “elevate the way that we do things on behalf of the industry.”

Scales outlined two key projects underway at Nareit to advance diversity and inclusion throughout the industry.

She…