Nicole Okoli is an Investment Banking Analyst at CBRE, where she specializes in institutional advisory and private funds, supporting a capital markets team that raises equity and debt at the property, portfolio, and REIT levels.

She contributes to transaction execution through financial modeling, valuation, underwriting, and investor materials, and has been involved in over $300 million in completed investment sales to date. Nicole brings a strong foundation in finance and real estate, having studied Finance and Black Studies at Baruch College for three years.

As the Founder of Industry Plus, Nicole has built an ultra-personal professional and community development platform focused on connecting, educating, and elevating young professionals across finance, real estate, and adjacent industries.

Through curated events, strategic partnerships, and career-focused programming, Industry Plus has grown to 200+ members holding roles in investment banking, investment management, strategy, acquisitions, development, and related fields.

As members progress in their careers, Industry Plus emphasizes horizontal connectivity and social networking, fostering peer-to-peer relationships that scale alongside professional advancement. Nicole leads a 10-person team dedicated to executing the platform’s vision and expanding its impact.