Daniele Horton, Cre®
About Daniele Horton, Cre®
Daniele Horton is the Founder and Board Member of Verdani Partners and serves as an ESG Advisor for multiple real estate firms. With over 20 years of experience in corporate sustainability and a master's degree in Sustainable Development from Harvard University, she has significantly influenced sustainability practices in the real estate sector.
Work at Verdani Institute for the Built Environment
Daniele Horton serves as the Founder and Board Member at Verdani Institute for the Built Environment, a position she has held since 2016. The institute focuses on promoting sustainable practices within the built environment, emphasizing the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. Under her leadership, the organization has contributed to advancing sustainability in real estate, providing resources and guidance for industry stakeholders.
Education and Expertise
Daniele Horton holds a master's degree in Sustainable Development from Harvard University Graduate School of Design, which she completed in 2005. She also studied Construction Management at UCLA Extension from 2001 to 2003 and earned her degree in Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology from PUC - Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Goiás from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in corporate sustainability and real estate.
Background
Daniele Horton has over 20 years of experience in corporate sustainability, real estate, and project management. She has held various advisory roles in multiple organizations, including PCCP, LLC, PGIM Real Estate, and The Howard Hughes Corporation. Her career includes significant contributions to sustainability initiatives across national and international real estate portfolios, managing assets valued at over $660 billion.
Achievements
Daniele Horton was recognized as one of the top 10 women in sustainability leadership by gb&d Magazine in 2014. She has managed ESG efforts for numerous real estate portfolios, representing over 8,900 properties. Horton has spoken at nearly 200 industry events and publications since 2008, sharing her insights on sustainability and green building practices. Her clients at Verdani Partners have consistently ranked among the top 10 on GRESB, reflecting the effectiveness of her sustainability programs.
Professional Roles and Contributions
In addition to her role at Verdani Institute, Daniele Horton is an ESG Advisor for several firms, including American Realty Advisors and Clarion Partners LLC. She has served on the ULI Greenprint Performance Committee and has contributed to GRESB as a Benchmark Committee member. Horton also teaches Sustainable Real Estate at the University of San Diego, where she has been an adjunct professor since 2013, furthering her commitment to education in sustainability.