An expert in commercial real estate and legal strategy, Lauren has a rich background in managing a diverse portfolio of transactions. Since joining Sembler Investments as the CLO, she has leveraged her comprehensive understanding of the industry to oversee due diligence processes and navigate complex legal and strategic issues. Lauren holds a BA from Duke University and a JD from Northwestern. Her role is crucial in both shaping the strategic execution of corporate goals and serving as a key decision-maker in legal and investment strategies.

Lauren Sembler
CLO
Burke Roper
Director of Capital Markets

With nearly 12 years of capital markets experience, Burke is responsible for arranging asset-level and corporate debt for Sembler Investments. Burke previously held a leadership role as Director of Capital Markets for Swiss investment manager Stoneweg, where he closed over $1bn in loans. Prior to moving to Tampa, Burke was an integral member of the Capital Markets team at Chicago-based Heitman Capital Management which executed over $5bn in financing volume annually across multiple capital sources, property types, and risk strategies. Burke began his career with PGIM Real Estate and graduated from UNC Chapel Hill’s Kenan-Flagler Business school with a BSBA.