Ybi (Ee-Bee)

Ybi is a Tupi-Guarani (a Native-Brazilian Tribe) word that means earth.

The name was chosen to honor the original People of the lands we now call home, and their original languages.

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About Me

Joana Lazaro Filgueiras

Brazilian-born, I've called the US home for 23 years and recently made the move to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Canada, in early 2024.

In my nearly two-decade real estate journey, I've covered roles from real estate agent to asset management, senior project management, and consultant, leaving a professional footprint in Miami, New York, DC, Portland (OR), Seattle, and even a small one in Hawaii, both in the public and private sectors.

In 2020, my MBA end-of-course paper on the Importance of Latin Women Leadership in the Development of Sustainable Cities in Oregon was published in Brazil, reflecting my passion and commitment to DEI and Sustainability. In 2023, I earned my LEED Green Associate Accreditation from the US Green Building Council.

Beyond work, my interests span travel, diverse cultures, animals, nature, arts, fitness, food, wine, DEI, psychology, and cherished moments with my 2 nieces and 2 nephews.

Intriguingly, I've spent a summer working on a farm north of Ottawa, in 2017, acquired a Yoga Teacher Certificate in Nepal (although I don't teach), and host the podcast (Not) From Here.

My husband and my 17+ year old furry child are my greatest partners.

For career specifics, check out my resume on the left and connect with me on LinkedIn using the link below.

Contact:

Joana Lazaro Filgueiras

MBA and LEED Green Associate

CA: (647)472-9311 USA: (305)790-0628

Joanagfh@gmail.com

Services

Project Management
Tenant/ Landlord Improvement
Strategic Planning
Program Creation
Asset Optimization
Financial Modeling
Equitable Development
Contract Management

Community and Affordable Ownership Models
Accessibility and Inclusion
Business Operations Planning and Strategies
Capital Planning and Sourcing
Request for Proposal Creation and Responses

Some Experience Highlights:

Vancouver Innovation Center Master Plan and Development Agreement- Vancouver, WA
- 179 Acres redevelopment project
- Represented the City of Vancouver of negotiations with the developer, and internal project management.
- Master Plan revision, affordable housing commitment, sustainability planning, City acquisition of a 13.7 acres Community Park, new development agreement negotiations, preparation of presentations to Planning Commission and City Council.
Portland Public Market - Portland, OR
- Led the pre-developemnt, including selecting the architect, engineer and kitchen consultant.
- Provided updates to the organization's Board.
- Assisted in Leasing and TI negotiations with the Landlord.
- Supported the Operation team's planning.
Wahiawa Value-Added Product Development Center - Honolulu, Hawaii
- Created a detailed operation budget for the first of the Center's operation.
- Created strategies and programs to expand the center's access.
Portland Makerspace - Portland, OR
- Created a Business Plan for a shared manufacturing space focused on supporting local BIPOC-owned businesses.
- Included a commissary kitchen, warehouse/ manufacturing space, light industrial, and creative uses of areas.
- Created a partnership with another large public organization.
- Developed development and operational budgets that complied with the organization's financial plans.
- Engaged with the local, and directly impacted community and stakeholders to obtain approvals and support.
- Presented to Financial Commissions and the organization's Board.
Developers of Color Initiative - Portland, OR
- Led efforts to diversify the real estate development industry.
- Created and co-chaired the ULI Northwest DEI Taskforce and Committee
- Developed disposition strategies to make opportunities more accessible to small and BIPOC real estate professionals.