Robert R. Labenski is a distinguished accounting professional with more than 25 years of experience in financial reporting, compliance, and strategic finance, primarily within the real estate investment trust (REIT) industry. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in multiple states, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and later completed executive programs at Harvard Business School. Early in his career, Labenski advanced through the ranks at Deloitte & Touche, where he specialized in auditing REITs and real estate entities, managing high-profile clients and leading complex SEC filings that honed his expertise in GAAP and SOX compliance. As the former Chief Accounting Officer at Sila Realty Trust Inc., Labenski played a pivotal role in steering the company's financial operations during a period of significant growth and market volatility. He oversaw all accounting functions, including financial statement preparation, internal controls, tax strategies, and investor relations reporting, ensuring seamless compliance with regulatory requirements amid expansions into new property portfolios. Under his leadership, Sila Realty Trust achieved enhanced operational efficiencies, implemented advanced ERP systems that reduced reporting cycles by 40%, and navigated successful equity offerings that raised over $500 million, solidifying the company's position as a leader in the commercial real estate sector. Labenski's achievements extend beyond Sila, where he earned accolades such as the REIT Reporting Excellence Award from the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT). Post his tenure as CAO, he has transitioned into advisory roles, mentoring emerging finance leaders and serving on boards for several mid-cap REITs, continuing to influence best practices in transparent and sustainable financial management.