Who We Are
For over 25 years, Project REAP (Real Estate Associate Program) has been the premier initiative dedicated to increasing diversity in commercial real estate by empowering leaders of color. We fulfill our mission by bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, equipping professionals of color with the training, mentorship, and networks needed to thrive in real estate careers.
Through the REAP Academy and our alumni programs, we have built a dynamic community of more than 2,000 professionals, each making their mark on every aspect of the commercial real estate landscape. Project REAP continues to break barriers and champion an industry where leaders of color are empowered to lead and succeed.
Alumni Success Story
From REAP Academy to Global Developer:
London Kemp Boykin
Director, Global Real Estate Development at Amazon
London Kemp Boykin leads an organization that drives global sustainable development, strategy, partnerships, and community planning, as well as oversees real estate planning and transactions in Amazon’s largest region (North America) for the company’s Global Fulfillment Network. As a 2012 Los Angeles REAP graduate, she credits the organization with changing her career trajectory as she was recruited directly from the program to a job opportunity in real estate.
“Participating in the REAP Academy provided me with a new perspective on what a career in the real estate industry could look like and inspired me to take on bigger professional challenges, thanks to the incredible network of REAP alumni and mentors.”
Prior to Amazon, London managed multi-billion-dollar regional and global real estate portfolios for Walmart, NBC, Ingram Micro and Netflix. Her expertise spans retail, restaurant-retail, distribution, data centers, studios and others. Mrs. Kemp Boykin serves as Sr. Vice Chair on the
Board of Directors for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, REAP Board of Directors, and as a governing trustee for Urban Land Institute.
REAP alumni have seen significant increases in salary, with a 33% rise for those earning between $100,000 - $200,000 and a 14% rise for executive-level roles. (Project REAP Impact Report 2023)
REAP Academy Overview
Empowerment
The REAP Academy is the cornerstone of Project REAP’s mission to empower leaders of color in the commercial real estate industry.
Industry-Recognized
Our intensive, industry-recognized program provides participants with unparalleled opportunities for leadership development, career advancement, and networking with top professionals and firms in the field.
Hands-On Training
Through hands-on training and expert-led courses, REAP Academy participants gain the skills and connections necessary to excel in competitive real estate careers.
Powerful Networking
Academy graduates join a powerful network of over 2,000 alumni, unlocking a wide array of career opportunities and ongoing support from the REAP community.
Support REAP
Your support helps Project REAP continue its mission of empowering leaders of color in the commercial real estate industry. By contributing through donations or sponsorship, you play a vital role in advancing diversity and inclusion, where it is greatly needed. Your contributions enable us to provide education, career development, and resources that allow professionals of color to thrive in real estate careers while supporting the operational strength needed to deliver our programs effectively.