@christy.schnurle

Christy Schnurle is a real estate investor with an exceptional track record of 15+ years of experience in the multifamily sector. She has over 10 years of experience in providing consulting services for multifamily developers, such as reducing construction costs, managing procurement, and creating high-impact renderings and virtual tours.

She started her real estate career at WNC & Associates, a tax credit syndication firm and one of the top privately held owners of affordable housing in the US, where she gained 5 years of in-depth experience in acquisitions, underwriting, due diligence, and participated in nearly $300MM of closed transactions, making her a well-rounded expert in the field.

Christy is co-founder of The REI Board, an advisory board that helps accelerate success for multifamily operators.

Christy holds an MBA with honors from the University of Southern California, where she was a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma International Honor Society. She also graduated Cum Laude with a BA in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine in 2006. During her undergraduate years, Christy was recognized with multiple leadership awards and served as the President of Pi Beta Phi Fraternity and the Rho Lambda National Leadership Recognition Society.

@karolyn.briley

Karolyn Briley is a visionary leader in fund management, dedicated to aligning investors’ generational wealth and prosperity goals with carefully curated multifamily real estate opportunities.

Karolyn’s real estate journey began in March 2021, and within one year has amassed a $7MM portfolio in both single family and multifamily investments utilizing creative finance.

In 2024, Karolyn co-founded The REI Board, an advisory board dedicated to accelerating success for multifamily operators.

As a pillar in the DFW real estate community and recognizing the importance of knowledge-sharing and networking, she hosts monthly educational events that bring together industry professionals, fostering a collaborative environment for growth and success.

Karolyn is also a certified mindset & human design coach and is expanding her work into the realm of whole body wellness. With a vision to integrate her knowledge of real estate with wellness practices, Karolyn is planning to establish her own wellness and spa center. By blending these modalities, she aims to provide a unique and holistic experience for individuals seeking physical and mental well-being.

@carly.grundmann

Carly is a dedicated real estate professional with over a decade of experience since 2012, transitioning to full-time in 2021. She is recognized for her pivotal role in the Gator Method, expertly guiding newcomers through the real estate landscape. A trailblazer in the creative acquisition of RVs, Carly is now applying her innovative approach to the multifamily sector.

With more than 17 years of expertise in marketing, communications, and sales strategy, Carly excels at creating engaging content and building vibrant communities.

Passionate about helping those new to real estate learn the ropes, Carly hosts a podcast that highlights individuals achieving significant success in the field and provides actionable insights for others. Additionally, she leads weekly office hours dedicated to guiding newcomers through their initial steps in real estate.

Carly's creative finance acumen has allowed her to expand beyond traditional real estate, making impactful strides in the RV sector. Now, she is pursuing the opportunity to guide newcomers through the process of multifamily acquisitions. Through Opal Equity's fund, Carly aims to teach those aspiring to enter the multifamily space firsthand, sharing her knowledge and experience to help them succeed.