Robert Barriero
About Robert Barriero
Robert Barriero serves as the Global Head of Strategic Sourcing and Corporate Real Estate at AXIS Capital. He has extensive experience in real estate management, having held senior positions at firms such as Cushman & Wakefield, Morgan Stanley, and Deutsche Bank.
Current Role at Axis Capital
Robert Barriero serves as the Global Head of Strategic Sourcing and Corporate Real Estate at Axis Capital. He has been in this position since 2024, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in real estate management. His role involves overseeing sourcing strategies and managing corporate real estate assets to enhance operational efficiency and support the organization's objectives.
Previous Experience in Real Estate Management
Prior to his current role, Robert Barriero held several significant positions in the real estate sector. He worked at Morgan Stanley as the Head of Property Management for the Americas from 2018 to 2023. Before that, he was the Regional Director of Facilities Services for the Americas at Deutsche Bank from 2011 to 2016. His career also includes a tenure at Cushman & Wakefield as a Senior Managing Director from 2016 to 2018 and at Goldman Sachs as a Vice President from 2000 to 2006.
Educational Background
Robert Barriero completed his MBA in Finance at Rutgers University - Newark. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management from Pace University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in strategic sourcing and corporate real estate management.
Leadership Philosophy and Approach
Robert Barriero emphasizes the importance of leveraging human capital, technology, and data to build high-performing teams. He advocates for strategic, transformative, innovative, and sustainable solutions in real estate leadership. His focus is on creating workplace environments that enhance colleague productivity while optimizing the cost of ownership.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Throughout his career, Robert Barriero has held various leadership roles that have shaped his expertise in real estate management. He served as the Senior Director and Global Head of Integrated Facilities Management at Pfizer Inc. from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, he was the General Manager at Tishman Speyer Properties for one year in 1999-2000. His diverse experience across different organizations has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the industry.