Julie Hirigoyen has announced that she will step down as chief executive of UKGBC in the summer of 2023, after eight years in the role
Julie Hirigoyen, CEO of industry network UKGBC, has announced her decision to step down in the summer of 2023.
Julie has been with the company for nearly eight years over a time of significant strategic growth
During her tenure, UKGBC has grown from a small environmental NGO to a substantial voice across the UK built environment sector.
Julie will be in post until mid-2023 and will continue to lead the organisation as the recruitment of a new Chief Executive is accomplished.
Sunand Prasad, chair of the Board of Trustees added: “Having led the executive team for over half of UKGBC’s existence, Julie can take huge credit for its growth and increasing impact across the sector.
“Julie has been an outstanding leader; she has steered the organisation adeptly through times of global crisis and been instrumental in uniting our network on action to drive tangible progress in decarbonisation.
Sunand continues: “Julie leaves UKGBC in a position of strength, but at a pivotal time for the sector.
“The incoming Chief Executive of UKGBC has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to drive the system level change required to deliver net zero and to ensure we’re on a sure trajectory towards a climate-adapted and nature-friendly built environment.
“We’re looking for an inspirational and ambitious leader who will steer our team and strengthen our network, seizing new opportunities and expanding UKGBC’s reach and impact yet further.”
Julie Hirigoyen will continue to drive sustainability in the built environment
Julie Hirigoyen, chief executive said: “I am immensely proud of UKGBC’s collective achievements and impact over the last 8 years and deeply honoured to have worked with such a passionate team and so many engaged and ambitious stakeholders.
“Although I will leave behind an organisation I deeply care for, I am excited to see it embark on a critical next chapter under new leadership. My decision to stand down was a challenging one, but I believe that fresh direction will allow for an infusion of new creative ideas at a pivotal moment in time, ahead of the step-change required to 2030.
“My focus now is on supporting a smooth transition and getting the organisation ready to welcome in new leadership.”
Julie added, “On a personal level, I will be continuing to work towards our common vision with an even greater focus on truly regenerative and transformational outcomes. I plan to use the learnings and experiences of my time at UKGBC to accelerate and scale up change.”
