Roberta Sydney, NACD.DC

Roberta Sydney, NACD.DC, is a highly experienced professional with a strong background in board leadership, corporate governance, commercial real estate development, and financial services.

Currently serving as the Board Chair of Buttcon, a construction company, and as a Board Member and Chair of Nominating and Governance Committee at Apollo Realty Income Solutions, a public REIT.

Roberta's career spans various roles including CEO, founder-entrepreneur, corporate executive, where she successfully managed over 9 million square feet of commercial properties, led businesses in competitive markets, and advised real estate technology startups.

Passionate about board performance and diversity, Roberta has completed board education programs from prestigious institutions like Harvard Business School, American College of Corporate Directors, ICD, and NACD.

She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, an MS in Real Estate Development from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a BA in French Language and Literature from Wellesley College.

Formerly associated with organizations such as Kiavi, Tiedemann Advisors, Sydney Associates, Inc., State Street Global Advisors, and more, Roberta brings a wealth of expertise in various sectors.

Fluent in French, Roberta is a sought-after speaker on governance and real estate topics, showcasing her leadership in the industry.