Robert Lyles co-founded Greenlight Communities in 2016 and currently serves as its CEO and Chief Investment Officer. His vision to provide rental housing tailored specifically to the needs of entry-level and essential workers, while operating without public funding, has been key in establishing Greenlight Communities as an industry leader. As of May 2024, Greenlight has invested over $1 billion in completed and ongoing developments across Arizona. Under Robert’s leadership, Greenlight has delivered over 4,600 attainable rental homes through 19 projects, either completed or under construction. In 2023, the company was recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Valley by the Phoenix Business Journal.
Before founding Greenlight Communities, Robert co-founded Deco Communities and Starpointe Communities, where he played a pivotal role in shaping Arizona’s housing market. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, maintains an active Real Estate Broker license, and is a dedicated member of the Urban Land Institute. Robert is also a strong supporter of several charitable organizations.