Mr. Russell leads Greystone’s investment in CMBS B-pieces in both the primary and secondary markets. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Russell launched Greystone’s CMBS business. Mr. Russell has over 25 years experience in real estate lending and investments including senior positions at Nomura, Credit Suisse and Guggenheim Partners. Mr. Russell was a founding officer of Pillar Multifamily serving as Chief Production Officer.
Past Speaking Events
- Exploring the Current Market Dynamics & Issues in Commercial Real Estate InvestmentDecember 08, 202312:30 PM - 13:30 PMPanelView Details
Join us for an insightful exploration into commercial real estate capital and investment. This session will delve into the intricacies of current market dynamics, focusing on key areas such as JV equity, preferred equity, and mortgage and mezzanine loan debt. Our comprehensive discussion aims to shed light on the complexities and evolving trends in commercial real estate, providing valuable knowledge for investors, professionals, and enthusiasts alike.
Speakers: Thomas Maira, Jeremy Pemberton, Rob Russell, and Rob Beardsley
About GREYSTONE
Founded in 1988, Greystone is a private commercial real estate finance and investment company with unmatched experience in debt, equity, investment sales and loan servicing solutions. The firm is the #1* ranked Federal Housing Administration multifamily and healthcare lender by firm commitments, and a top 10 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac multifamily real estate lender.
In 2022, Greystone produced $16 billion in CRE transaction volume and currently manages a combined primary and special loan servicing portfolio of over $89 billion across a wide variety of commercial property types. In addition, last year Greystone entered into a strategic joint venture with Cushman & Wakefield, the number two ranked brokerage in the nation as reported by Commercial Property Executive. Together, the partners provide full-service investment sales, advisory and lending services.