Iqbal arrives at BBG with over 25 years of experience in steering technology transformations for private equity-backed firms. His prior tenure as CTO at Edible Brands involved deploying enterprise-wide AI tools and launching a proprietary computer vision platform. His background also includes high-level leadership roles at Zilliant and Imagine Communications.

CEO Bill Britain noted that Iqbal’s focus on unlocking enterprise value through innovation aligns with the firm’s strategy to adapt to rapid technological shifts. As the CRE industry increasingly relies on data-driven insights, Iqbal will oversee the modernization of BBG’s service lines to improve efficiency for both internal teams and clients.