Welcome to the CASA
About Our Founder
Viviana Addo
Viviana Addo is a dynamic global real estate investment executive and thought leader, recognized for her expertise in maximizing and optimizing real estate portfolios across the globe. Born in Cologne, Germany, and raised in Cali, Colombia, Viviana now splits her time between New York City, France, and Colombia, bringing a truly international perspective to her work. Over the past decade, she has amassed a wealth of experience, managing portfolios and spearheading investment opportunities in the USA, Colombia, France, and the UAE.
Her career spans the diverse spectrum of commercial real estate, with a particular focus on multifamily, mixed-use, and retail assets. Viviana’s proven track record of leading major projects—from new developments to redevelopments and stabilized properties—underscores her expertise. Currently, as Senior Asset Manager at Lemor Development Group, she manages the acquisitions and asset management division and oversees a robust portfolio of 3,500 units in high-demand markets like New York, New Jersey, and Georgia.
Prior to this role, Viviana played a key part at Cushman and Wakefield, managing the prestigious real estate portfolio for New York Cornell & Presbyterian Hospital. Her oversight of medical facilities, multifamily properties, retail spaces, office buildings, and a hotel in Manhattan further solidified her ability to handle complex, high-value assets.
Beyond her technical prowess in asset management, Viviana is a passionate advocate for diversity and sustainability in the real estate industry. As a Board Member of CREW Network's New York Chapter and DEI Champion for 2024/2025, she champions inclusivity and forward-thinking solutions within the sector. Her vision extends to the Growing Cities Podcast, in which she served as Host, Executive Producer and Founder, bringing together thought leaders to discuss urban development and sustainability on a global scale.
Viviana’s academic accomplishments, including a Master of Science in Real Estate Finance from New York University and a Bachelor’s in International Business, reflect her dedication to continuous learning and leadership in the industry. With her global insights, hands-on experience, and commitment to advocacy, Viviana Addo is a driving force shaping the future of real estate investment and community development.
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