"BRIDGING THE GAPS" with Kimberly Brown, President of AAREPLA and Principal Broker of IMPACT Realty Advisors (#007)
Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where we have the privilege of introducing Kim Brown, a highly accomplished professional with a wealth of expertise in commercial real estate and community impact.
Over the course of more than three decades, Kim has leveraged her diverse skill set to provide exceptional platform services to institutions, private equity investors, family offices, and global occupiers. Her experience spans various facets of commercial real estate, including investment sales, brokerage, and asset services. Kim has made significant contributions to renowned firms like Cushman & Wakefield and JRT Realty Group (MWBE).
Kim's portfolio showcases her versatility across all sectors of commercial real estate, ranging from office and industrial properties to retail and multifamily developments. Notably, she recently facilitated a landmark transaction representing UCLA in the acquisition of a former 24+ acre MCU campus, which includes an 86-unit residential community. This transformative deal enables UCLA to further its mission of educating underrepresented students and fostering educational opportunities for a broader audience in the state.
In addition to her real estate expertise, Kim brings 20 years of extensive experience in the Supplier Diversity space. Her unique perspective on inclusive sourcing has allowed her to build a robust pipeline of MBEs (Minority Business Enterprises), BIPOC developers, emerging managers, capital placement agents, and investment partners. She is deeply connected to a network of investment sales brokerage professionals, with a focus on IMPACT investments in re-emerging local and national markets, Opportunity Zones, equitable development, access to capital, MWBE engagement, and Community Solar initiatives.
Kim's commitment to community representation and social impact is evident through her active involvement with local and national industry trade associations, community-based organizations (CBO), and social impact organizations. Recognized as the "2023 Commercial Real Estate Woman of the Year" by NAIOP SoCal and CREW Los Angeles, she tirelessly works towards bridging the equity gap in commercial real estate and urban communities. Her leadership as President of the African American Real Estate Professionals Los Angeles Chapter ("AAREPLA") and her role as a forward face of the AAREP National Network of chapters exemplify her dedication to fostering positive change and inclusivity within the CRE industry and these communities.
Kim's corporate brand ambassadorship in the Community Solar Landscape underscores her commitment to bringing solar energy to energy-burdened communities while supporting local green initiatives.
Join us as we dive into a compelling conversation with Kim Brown, exploring her exceptional career, her impact on community development, and her mission to bridge the equity gap in commercial real estate and urban communities. Get ready to be inspired by her commitment to social, health, wealth, capital, environmental, climate, and energy equity.
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