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Yael Duffy

Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (ILPT)

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Yael Duffy has emerged as a transformative force in the industrial sector, significantly strengthening Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (ILPT) 's operating fundamentals. As President and CEO of ILPT and EVP of The RMR Group, Duffy guides a national portfolio of 409 distribution and logistics properties totaling approximately 60 million square feet. In 2025, ILPT ranked #3 among U.S. REITs by total shareholder return. Under her direction, the company completed 7.3 million square feet of leasing, achieving a weighted-average rent roll-up of 22.9%, and ended the year with 95% consolidated occupancy. Duffy also oversaw a 400% increase in ILPT’s annualized dividend in June 2025, reflecting the REIT’s strong organic cash flow growth. She maintains a highly secure revenue base, with 76% of annualized rent coming from investment-grade tenants or long-duration Hawaii ground leases. Beyond financial results, Duffy spearheaded the Accelerated Women in Leadership Program to help female leaders advance within the industry.