Anne Jolic has been appointed as the new CEO of Development Victoria, the Allan Labor Government's development arm which helps to deliver thousands of homes right across the state.
Ms Jolic brings a wealth of experience from her extensive career in the private sector and property industry. She has held senior roles at Lendlease and Mirvac, as well as leadership positions with the Property Council of Australia, including a two-year tenure as Victorian President.
With a career spanning more than 25 years, she has led diverse multi-disciplinary teams to deliver award-winning projects.
In her most recent role as Head of Operations at Lendlease, she oversaw a $4.1 billion portfolio of complex projects spanning mixed-use developments, residential, commercial, retail, and build-to-rent projects.
Ms Jolic is well placed to lead Development Victoria to revitalise urban areas and unlock government land, create cultural and recreational facilities, and build diverse, affordable and sustainable communities.
This includes working closely with the Labor Government to unlock and rezone surplus government land, enabling the delivery of approximately 9,000 homes across 45 sites in metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Development Victoria will continue to partner with government, industry and communities to deliver transformative projects like the iconic Fitzroy Gasworks.
As stated by the Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts Harriet Shing
"Anne Jolic brings decades of experience in delivering major projects to her new role as CEO of Development Victoria and I look forward to working with Anne as we get on with delivering more opportunities for Victorians right across the state."
As stated by the Chair Development Victoria Angela Skandarajah
"Anne bringing a wealth of industry experience and knowledge to our team. The Board is looking forward to working with Anne and the Executive as we work together to create impact for our state and our people."
As stated by CEO Development Victoria Anne Jolic
"Development Victoria's project list in both delivery and pipeline over the next five years is immense. I am excited to lead the organisation in this next phase, working with our partners to deliver critical housing supply and continuing to deliver great places that all Victorians can be proud of."
