Real Estate Visionary ​

Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and award-winning speaker redefining the real asset private equity landscape. Co-Founder of Alliance Global Advisors, Heather empowers investment managers through innovation, leadership, and impact.

Real Estate Visionary ​

Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and award-winning speaker redefining the real asset private equity landscape. Co-Founder of Alliance Global Advisors, Heather empowers investment managers through innovation, leadership, and impact.

About Heather

Heather Fernstrom is a nationally recognized real estate investment advisor and private equity expert, known for her leadership in the institutional investment community. As the co-founder of Alliance Global Advisors, she brings deep expertise in capital raising, investor relations, and strategic planning. Heather has held leadership roles at National Real Estate Advisors, Hunt Investment Management, and The Townsend Group, guiding firms to differentiate themselves in a competitive real asset landscape. Frequently featured at PREA, IREI, and Markets Group events, she serves on multiple advisory boards and industry committees. Named one of Inc. Magazine’s Most Empowering Women in Business, Heather blends innovation with impact—mentoring the next generation of female leaders and supporting organizations like Wellfit Girls and the American Heart Association. Based in Naples, Florida, she is a thought leader committed to transforming the future of real asset investing.

In real estate investment and private equity
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in real assets managed across multiple institutional strategies
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in institutional real estate assets advised throughout her career
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in C-suite and executive leadership roles
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The Real Market with Chris Rising

October 30,  2024

Heather shares her journey from institutional consulting to co-founding Alliance and how she leads with empathy and strategy.

Power of Partnership

April 25, 2023

Heather Fernstrom Border | Alliance Global Advisors’ Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Resilience in Leadership

February 13, 2024

A candid conversation about Heather’s personal and professional resilience, leadership, and drive to create impact.

Strategic Investor

November 16, 2023

Heather discusses actionable steps for GPs to build stronger LP relationships and lead with long-term vision.

Innovating Real Assets

April 25, 2021

Heather discusses how investment managers can elevate their brand, culture, and client relationships in today’s evolving market.

Behind the Mic

INC. MAGAZINE

Inside Alliance

Inside Alliance Global Advisors: Heather Fernstrom’s Mission to Redefine Real Asset Investment​

Discover how Heather Fernstrom and her team at Alliance Global Advisors are reshaping the future of institutional real estate. This in-depth feature in Corporate Leaders Magazine explores their commitment to transparency, innovation, and long-term alignment with clients. Read the full article here.

Recognized Excellence:
Heather Fernstrom’s Award-Winning Momentum

Heather Fernstrom’s leadership has earned repeated recognition from top business and real estate platforms. From rapid growth to bold innovation, these awards reflect her lasting influence—some earned for the first time, others for the second or third.

Heather Fernstrom Border and Alliance Global Advisors recognized on 2025 Inc. Regionals Southeast Fastest-Growing Companies list

2025 – Inc. Regionals Southeast -2nd Time Honor

Inc. 5000 2024 logo celebrating Alliance Global Advisors as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

2024 - Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company Award

Heather Fernstrom, winner of Connect CRE’s Women in Real Estate 2024 Award, wearing a pink blazer against a purple background.

2024 - Women in Real Estate Award – 1st Time Honor

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2024 Stevie® Award in the Great Employers in Real Estate-

Heather Fernstrom receives the 2024 Bronze Stevie® Award from the American Business Awards, honoring her firm’s outstanding growth and leadership in real asset advisory.

2024 – American Business Awards -

2024 - Stevie Awards for Fastest Growing Company

Inc. 5000 2024 logo celebrating Alliance Global Advisors as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

2023 - Inc. 5000 – 1st Time Honor

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2023 - Stevie Awards for Women in Business​

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2023 Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company Award

Ready to elevate the conversation?

Heather is available for keynotes, panels, podcast appearances, and investor advisory.
Inquiries welcome

Heather Fernstrom 

NAPLES – FLORIDA 

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