Geolo Capital

Geolo Capital, established in 2005 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a private equity firm that specializes in investments within the hospitality and multifamily real estate sectors across the United States. The firm focuses on identifying and acquiring properties that have the potential for value enhancement, aiming to generate attractive returns for its investors. With a commitment to improving the quality and performance of its investments, Geolo Capital plays a significant role in the real estate market, particularly in the hospitality industry.

Jeremy Blaustein

Senior Associate

Hector Calderon

CEO and Partner

Benjamin Gottlieb

Principal

Thomas M. Gottlieb

Partner

Daniel Korn

Partner

Jake Michaels

Vice President

Brad Nichols

Principal

Jack Piegza

Associate

John Pritzker

Founding Partner and Director

Jeffrey Reinstein

Principal

Joel Rosen

Partner, Asset Management

Jackson Wegener

Associate, Acquisition and Development

Cindy Zhou

Vice President

11 past transactions

Placemakr

Venture Round in 2022
Placemakr operates apartment-style hotels that provide a unique lodging experience by combining the comforts of home with the services of a hotel. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company specializes in pop-up hotels located in newly constructed luxury apartment buildings. These hotels feature fully furnished apartments equipped with modern amenities, including fitness facilities. Placemakr's model not only enhances the living experience for residents but also supports multifamily developers by mitigating risks during the lease-up phase of new properties, generating additional revenue streams in the process. The company has established locations in Tysons Corner, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Seattle, Washington.

Blueground

Series C in 2021
Blueground is a corporate hospitality company that specializes in leasing and managing fully furnished residential properties for corporate travelers, expatriates, and leisure visitors. Founded in 2013 and based in Kifisia, Greece, the company has expanded its operations to twelve cities, including New York, Los Angeles, and Dubai, offering over 3,500 apartments. Blueground aims to provide a seamless living experience through its tech-powered platform, which combines real estate expertise, design, and local knowledge. The company caters to diverse rental needs, offering accommodations for durations ranging from a month to a year or more. With aspirations to expand to 50 cities and manage a portfolio of over 50,000 apartments worldwide, Blueground is focused on making its guests feel at home wherever they choose to live.

Livly

Venture Round in 2020
Livly, Inc. is a technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in property management solutions for commercial and multi-family real estate owners and operators. Founded in 2017, Livly provides a platform that enhances digital experiences for residents while generating new revenue streams for property owners. The software streamlines the rental process by facilitating both physical and digital transactions, offering user-friendly tools and analytics aimed at improving resident satisfaction. Livly's approach focuses on incorporating branded touches that help residents feel at home, while addressing the daily challenges faced by property managers and tenants alike.

Placemakr

Series B in 2019
Placemakr operates apartment-style hotels that provide a unique lodging experience by combining the comforts of home with the services of a hotel. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company specializes in pop-up hotels located in newly constructed luxury apartment buildings. These hotels feature fully furnished apartments equipped with modern amenities, including fitness facilities. Placemakr's model not only enhances the living experience for residents but also supports multifamily developers by mitigating risks during the lease-up phase of new properties, generating additional revenue streams in the process. The company has established locations in Tysons Corner, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Seattle, Washington.

Ori

Series B in 2019
Ori is a smart space company that specializes in creating multi-functional, robotic-powered interior solutions to maximize living areas. By collaborating with real estate developers, builders, property managers, and architects, Ori aims to optimize the use of space in urban environments, making them more flexible, intelligent, sustainable, and affordable. The company focuses on transforming traditional living spaces into expandable apartments and semi-furnished studios that allow residents to adapt their environments according to their needs. Through innovative robotics that integrate architecture and design, Ori unlocks the potential for programmable spaces, which not only enhances the living experience for residents but also enables real estate developers to achieve higher revenue per square foot while offering affordable rents.

Fra' Mani

Private Equity Round in 2019
Fra’ Mani is derived from the Italian for “between or among hands” and conveys the message “from our hands to yours.

Placemakr

Series A in 2018
Placemakr operates apartment-style hotels that provide a unique lodging experience by combining the comforts of home with the services of a hotel. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company specializes in pop-up hotels located in newly constructed luxury apartment buildings. These hotels feature fully furnished apartments equipped with modern amenities, including fitness facilities. Placemakr's model not only enhances the living experience for residents but also supports multifamily developers by mitigating risks during the lease-up phase of new properties, generating additional revenue streams in the process. The company has established locations in Tysons Corner, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Seattle, Washington.

Placemakr

Seed Round in 2017
Placemakr operates apartment-style hotels that provide a unique lodging experience by combining the comforts of home with the services of a hotel. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., the company specializes in pop-up hotels located in newly constructed luxury apartment buildings. These hotels feature fully furnished apartments equipped with modern amenities, including fitness facilities. Placemakr's model not only enhances the living experience for residents but also supports multifamily developers by mitigating risks during the lease-up phase of new properties, generating additional revenue streams in the process. The company has established locations in Tysons Corner, Virginia; Houston, Texas; and Seattle, Washington.

Roost

Series B in 2008
Roost operates as a marketplace that links individuals in need of storage or parking solutions with neighbors offering extra space in their properties, such as garages and basements. Founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco, Roost is positioned to disrupt the $24 billion self-storage industry and the $10 billion parking industry by providing a more accessible and community-oriented alternative. The platform not only facilitates cost-effective storage options but also fosters community engagement and promotes environmentally friendly practices. By connecting over 30,000 customers across various sectors, Roost aims to create financial benefits for users while enhancing local neighborhoods.

Roost

Series A in 2007
Roost operates as a marketplace that links individuals in need of storage or parking solutions with neighbors offering extra space in their properties, such as garages and basements. Founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco, Roost is positioned to disrupt the $24 billion self-storage industry and the $10 billion parking industry by providing a more accessible and community-oriented alternative. The platform not only facilitates cost-effective storage options but also fosters community engagement and promotes environmentally friendly practices. By connecting over 30,000 customers across various sectors, Roost aims to create financial benefits for users while enhancing local neighborhoods.

Dynamic Payment Ventures

Series A in 2005
Dynamic Payment Ventures, Inc. (DPV), founded in 2002, is headquartered in Plano, TX. DPV provides a suite of services including credit, debit and gift card processing, receivable purchasing, and unique guest loyalty reporting and marketing programs to SYSCO's customers. DPV is a full-service Independent Sales Organization registered with Visa and MasterCard through JP Morgan Chase Bank and US Bank.
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