Cris Kimbrough, PhD, PMP

Senior Director, Smart Building Technology
Greystar

Cris Kimbrough is Greystar’s senior director of smart building technology, spearheading the smart home, access controls, and managed Wi-Fi initiatives and providing guidance on technology to clients and the Greystar team.

She has 14 years of experience in the technology infrastructure industry, beginning her telecommunications career in regulatory compliance, before moving into program management roles for a nationwide site acquisition services company. Upon joining the largest commercial real estate services firm, Dr. Kimbrough transitioned to a focus on in-building cellular solutions, building a program to provide technology to properties across the U.S. As part of her role, she was frequently asked to speak to trade organizations and become one of the most sought-after speakers in the telecommunications industry. Subsequently, she helped found a building technology consultancy practice with the firm, working with large REITs to develop technology strategies for both commercial and multi-family properties nationwide.

Dr. Kimbrough joined Greystar in 2021 to provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership on building technology for Greystar’s managed properties.