Accelerating Black professionals in institutional real estate through connection, leadership and opportunity
Our Story
Born from the need to create visibility for Black professionals in institutional real estate, Black Real Estate Roundtable (BRER) has grown into an independent, industry-driven platform.
Founded by Sanyu Kyeyune in 2020, BRER accelerates early- and mid-career talent by connecting them with senior executives and investors—creating mentorship, sponsorship and business opportunities.
Meet Sanyu
Sanyu Kyeyune
Owner & Founder of Black Real Estate Roundtable
Sanyu Kyeyune founded Black Real Estate Roundtable to address the lack of visibility and inclusion within the institutional real estate conference space. What began in 2020 as a virtual gathering has become a flagship annual meeting—now entering its sixth year—connecting 100+ firms.
With a background spanning journalism, events and an MBA in real estate, Sanyu puts both strategic insight and personal passion to work.
Sanyu’s vision is simple but powerful: to build a sustainable community where Black professionals can thrive as leaders, decision-makers and owners in real estate.
Our Mission
To build an inclusive future for real estate by empowering Black professionals with the tools, networks and visibility to lead.
Our Values
Community
We rise together.
Excellence
Raising the standard in real estate.
Leadership
Building the next generation.
Access
Clearing obstacles to opportunity.
“I created BRER to build a visible, supportive community where Black professionals can thrive as leaders in institutional real estate.”
— Sanyu Kyeyune
Meet our Advisors
Our Advisors bring expertise, vision and networks to BRER.
Amenemopé McKinney
Portfolio Manager, Big Sky Funds
Ryan Simmons
Director - Debt Originations, MetLife Investment Management
Tishay Davis
Associate, Portfolio Management and Investor Relations, Evergreen Residential
Carl Boswell
Director, Investor Relations, National Real Estate Advisors
Reginald Buford
Vice President of Business Development, HPS Investment Partners
Tierra Evans
Investment Manager, Prologis
Tamia Harris
Associate, Stockbridge
Eugene Afranie
Vice President, Real Estate Americas, JPMorgan Chase
Evan Morton
Associate, Bridge Logistics Partners
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