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Erin Laney Barr

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CBRE

Helped rebuild CBRE Utah’s Managed Brokerage

Oversees the firm’s business operations and growth strategies

Erin Laney Barr is Managing Director and Market Leader for CBRE’s Salt Lake City office. She oversees business operations and drives the overall growth strategy for all Advisory Services lines of business, including leasing, sales, valuations, debt and structured finance, project management, and property management.

She led the transformation of Managed Brokerage at CBRE Utah, integrating advanced technologies while fostering a culture of employee well-being and satisfaction.

In the community, Barr has helped raise money for the United Way of Salt Lake, and serves on the boards of The Salt Lake Tribune, Voices for Utah Children and KeyBank. She serves as the Vice Chair/Incoming Chair of the Salt Lake Chamber and Utah Chamber. Her community involvement also includes leadership roles in fundraising, advocacy for children, and journalism.

Barr has been recognized among Utah Business Magazine’s Most Influential Women and was named to its “Forty Under 40” list.      

These are just a few reasons Erin Laney Barr is among the Phoenix & Southwest Connect CRE 2025 Women in Real Estate Award winners. Connect CRE’s Women in Real Estate Awards honor the achievements and inspirational stories of women who have reached respected leadership positions and taken on mentorship roles.

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