Karly Iacono is a Senior Vice President in CBRE’s Investment Properties group and a nationally recognized expert in retail real estate investment, capital markets, and sale-leaseback strategy. She advises institutional investors, private capital, and business owners on single-tenant net-lease assets, portfolio transactions, and value-driven retail strategies across U.S. markets.

With nearly two decades of experience, Karly is known for translating complex market dynamics into clear, actionable insights. Her work sits at the intersection of retail fundamentals, capital markets, and evolving consumer behavior—helping investors understand not just where to deploy capital, but why certain retail assets outperform through cycles.

Karly is a frequent keynote speaker, panelist, and moderator at national industry events, including ICSC conferences, university real estate forums, and investor-focused programs. She is also the host of the Commercial Real Estate Now podcast, where she interviews industry leaders on retail investment trends, market data, and emerging opportunities.

Her speaking style is direct, data-driven, and highly engaging, with a focus on real-world decision-making for investors, operators, and business owners. She is consistently sought after for her ability to challenge outdated narratives around retail and present a clear, modern investment thesis.