Ola Duru is an experienced operations executive currently serving as Chief Operations Officer at the Real Estate Executive Council since January 2025. Prior to this role, Ola held similar positions at Common Impact and Black Girls CODE, where responsibilities included senior management of operations and finance. Ola's earlier experience includes leading network operations at Explore Schools and serving as Director of Network Operations at Manhattan Charter Schools, focusing on HR procedures and operational accountability. Ola's background also features senior roles at the NYC Department of Education, overseeing finance and operations for charter schools, as well as foundational work at Explore Schools aimed at improving educational access. Ola began the professional journey with a Master of Business Administration from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - International Marketing from American University.
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Real Estate Executive Council (REEC)
REEC is the premier trade association for minorities at executive levels in commercial real estate. Through programs, conferences, networking events and alliances with strategic partners, REEC members receive access to resources in various forms that will support the advancement of their careers and professional goals. Beyond its membership, REEC is creating a community of support amongst minorities in the CRE industry.