Riley joined Vertical Real Estate in 2023 to pursue her passion for retail, restaurants & real estate. She leads marketing and social media on behalf of the Vertical Real Estate team while also specializing in tenant and landlord representation in the Miami area.

Previously, Riley resided in Chicago, IL where she was employed at a global public relations and communications agency. She specialized in media relations, event planning and influencer marketing for consumer, fashion, tech, real estate and luxury brands. Most notably, Riley assisted in the grand re-opening of the Willis Tower (formerly Sears) in downtown Chicago and its recent $500M renovation. 

As a recent native to Miami Beach, Riley enjoys exploring the diverse neighborhoods, supporting local restaurants and businesses & being involved in the community as a member of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, The Bass Museum and Miami Design Preservation League. 

Riley holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She is a licensed Real Estate Salesperson in Florida and a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers.