Karen L. R.

Karen L. R. is a seasoned professional in the finance and real estate sectors, currently serving as Managing Director and Head of Distribution and Asset Rotation Americas at Crédit Agricole CIB since July 2016. With a team of 20 loan distribution professionals, Karen oversees a diverse portfolio across over 15 sectors, including Project Finance and Real Estate. Previously, Karen held the role of Managing Director for Loan Syndications and Co-Global Sector Coordinator for Real Estate, focusing on loan syndications in North America and managing global real estate distribution in 11 countries. Karen's career also includes significant roles at Capital One, ING, GE Capital LLC, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, with notable achievements in growing Capital One’s REIT Corporate Banking franchise. Karen's academic credentials include a Master of Science in Real Estate from New York University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of the Philippines, among other certifications in Hospitality Administration and Management.