Sarahann Shapiro

Commissioner Sarahann Shapiro is Of Counsel at Spencer Fane LLP, and concentrates her practice in the area of Commercial Real Estate, representing clients in transactions and litigation. She received her bachelor's degree in biology and political science from the University of California at Riverside in 1988 and her Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University in 1991. Commissioner Shapiro is active with the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) at the state and local levels and is a member of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Silicon Valley, the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) Silicon Valley, and the California Business Properties Association (CBPA).

Commissioner Shapiro's main goal is to build trust and encourage understanding between the business and disability communities, which have sometimes faced conflicts over accessibility. In her own visits to properties, she helps property managers and business owners spot small adjustments that can make a big difference. Commissioner Shapiro’s efforts help bridge gaps in understanding, providing guidance that can help save businesses from costly legal issues while making business spaces more accessible and welcoming for everyone.

Commissioner Shapiro is the CBPA Appointee to the Commission.