Congratulations to Sondra Wenger, KBS head of capital markets, for being honored as one of GlobeSt.’s 2026 Women of Influence recipients.

With 20+ years across equity, debt, joint ventures, fund formations and more than 50 investor presentations, Wenger has led $17B+ in investments across 50+ U.S. markets, bringing the kind of depth and adaptability that defines true leadership. She currently serves on the boards of New York Restoration Project and CA South a woman-owned development firm and has been an active Urban Land Institute leader for more than a decade.

Her recognition underscores the importance of women leaders shaping the future of commercial real estate – driving innovation, performance and meaningful impact throughout the industry.

Investment Professional / Owner

  1. Stacey Anderson, Ambrose
  2. Claudia Betancourt, Knightvest Capital
  3. Jennifer Boss, Heitman
  4. Amy Curry, Dermody
  5. Jacqueline Denning, MetLife Investment Management
  6. Bliss Edwards, SmartStop Self Storage REIT Inc.
  7. Kayti Faustini, Brookfield
  8. Susan Folckemer, Preiss
  9. Allison Fremed, Galvanize
  10. Dara Friedman, BGO
  11. Haley Gallagher, Continental Realty Corp.
  12. Karen Guthrie, BGO
  13. Sofie Issembert, EOS Investors
  14. Deborah La Franchi, SDS Capital Group
  15. Chelsea Levane, Cabot Properties
  16. Jordan Nathan, Faropoint
  17. Tressa Shiplett, Prologis
  18. Gretchen Turpen, Centinel Public Partnerships
  19. Sondra Wenger, KBS Realty Advisers
  20. Jenny Zhan, Beyond Holding Company LTD
  21. Teresa Zien, Invesco Real Estate

 

To see the full list of winners go to GlobeSt.