Our Leadership

At AIREE, meaningful change begins with visionary leadership. Our Leadership and Advisory Boards bring decades of expertise in real estate, technology, finance, construction, and community development.

Together, they share a commitment to empowering the next generation with the tools, knowledge, and mentorship needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving real estate and AI-driven economy.

BJ Hamilton-Harris

CEO

BJ brings 25+ years of experience in real estate, mortgage finance, and development. As a third-generation professional and fifth-generation developer, she leads AIREE with a vision for innovation, equity, and sustainable growth.

Sam Harris III

President

Sam has over 30 years of experience in real estate, banking, and community redevelopment. His work has guided projects exceeding $1.3 billion, with deep expertise in capital structuring, HUD programs, and Opportunity Zones.

Jackie Ryans

Advisory Member

Jackie leverages her financial expertise and accounting background to advance community development. Her mentorship and guidance ensure AIREE’s programs remain rooted in financial sustainability and impact.

AI Advisory Leadership Council

AIREE’s AI Advisory Leadership Council unites leaders in AI, technology, philanthropy, and equity—guiding innovation, aligning community needs with donor priorities, and ensuring responsible, future-focused impact.

Rob

Rod brings practical expertise in real estate deal-making and entrepreneurship, mentoring participants to turn vision into action.

Sheila

Sheila drives AIREE’s vision of community empowerment, supporting women, entrepreneurs, and cultural revitalization.

Nikki

Nikki inspires AIREE’s focus on equity, ensuring resources reach overlooked communities at scale.

Carol

Carol brings an equity lens to AIREE’s work, helping us build programs that are innovative, ethical, and inclusive.

Robert

Robert ensures AIREE champions equity, wealth-building, and entrepreneurship for underrepresented communities through access to capital.

Opal

Opal ensures AIREE’s human impact resonates with donors and partners, turning stories into movements for change.

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