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Jay S. Hennick

Chief Executive Officer at Colliers International Group
Board
Since May 30, 1988
Age
68 years
Education
Earned Honorary Doctorates of Laws from York University in 2011 and from the University of Ottawa in 2014.
Tenure
Joined CIGI on May 30, 1988 as Chief Executive Officer and later assumed the role of Chairman in June 2015.

Also at Colliers International Group

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Christian Mayer
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
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Christopher McLernon
Chief Executive Officer, Real Estate Services
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Elias Mulamoottil
Co-Chief Investment Officer

About

Jay S. Hennick, currently aged 68 as of February 2025, has led Colliers International Group Inc. as both Chief Executive Officer and Chairman since his initial appointment in May 1988. His long-standing career at the firm is marked by consistent leadership and strategic vision, which have been instrumental in its growth into a global real estate and investment management powerhouse.

Beyond his corporate responsibilities, he has made significant contributions in the philanthropic arena, supporting healthcare, education, and cultural institutions with landmark donations, including efforts to revitalize the Royal Ontario Museum, expand care facilities at Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, and support the World Holocaust Remembrance Centre.

Throughout his career, he has been recognized with numerous awards such as Canada’s Entrepreneur of the Year, Canada’s CEO of the Year, and prestigious honors including appointment to the Order of Canada and the International Horatio Alger Award, reflecting his impact both in business and community development.

$CIGI Performance Under Jay S. Hennick

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
FirstService Corporation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 1988 to 2015Served as CEO before joining CIGI; also noted as Founder and Chairman

External Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
FirstService Corporation Chairman and largest individual shareholder CurrentN/A
Hennick & Company Chairman CurrentPrivate family investment firm
The Jay & Barbara Hennick Family Foundation President and Director CurrentCanadian non-for-profit corporation
Henset Capital Inc. Sole Director, Chairman, CEO, and President CurrentN/A
2688845 Ontario Inc. Sole Director, Chairman, and CEO CurrentN/A
2777613 Ontario Inc. Sole Director, President, and Secretary CurrentN/A