As an accomplished and respected real estate leader with over 20 years of deep experience, I am passionate about leading global teams and expertly managing real estate process. My demonstrated success in delivering results on behalf of the broader organization, while developing partnerships and alignment cross-functionally, has allowed me to make a significant impact in my career. I have gained expertise in many areas such as strategy planning, portfolio management, M&A integration, global transaction management, site selection and negotiations, facilities management, and oversight of design, construction, and lease administration. My ability to develop consistent process, contain costs while delivering results efficiently has been a driving force behind my success. All the while aligning with the broader organization, looking outwardly to keep up with innovation in the industry, influence decisions internally, and work collaboratively.Currently, Head of Global Real Estate and Workplace Experience at Silicon Valley Bank. Reporting to the CFO my role is responsible for formulating and driving workplace strategy and overseeing the real estate portfolio and all related services. I oversee a team of functional leaders responsible for workplace experience, strategy and planning, capital projects, portfolio and vendor management, operations, and technology enablement. In my previous role as VP-Global Real Estate at Salesforce, I was responsible for design and construction delivery in Americas (non-HQ), LATAM, and EMEA regions. Over a nearly seven year period, we scaled rapidly and managed explosive growth of the real estate portfolio and team. Our teams worked strategizing, transacting, designing, delivering, and operating millions of square feet of office and event space…with project capital budgets ranging from $200-$1k per square foot. My introduction of formal cost management techniques and engagement of external cost consultants resulted in nearly $10 million in cost avoidance in one year.Prior to this, I have held several leadership positions, including Head of Global Real Estate at Baker & McKenzie, National Director/SVP - Corporate Solutions at Jones Lang LaSalle, and VP at Grubb & Ellis and Transwestern.I take pride in my ability to lead, innovate, and deliver results with empathy and a beginner's mindset. As a professional affiliated with several industry associations, I am always looking for opportunities to learn and grow. I welcome the chance to connect and explore ways to contribute to an organization's future success.