Starwood Capital Group

Starwood Capital Group is a private investment firm founded in 1991 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, with additional offices in Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. The firm specializes in direct investments across various asset classes, including private equity, real estate, and infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on opportunistic investing. Starwood Capital has invested approximately $11.8 billion in equity, focusing on sectors such as energy, hospitality, homebuilding, and luxury retail. The firm targets investments ranging from $5 million to $100 million in companies with sales up to $5 billion. Its real estate portfolio includes multi-family, office, retail, and industrial properties, as well as hotels and distressed assets. Starwood Capital employs a flexible investment approach, structuring its investments through equity, preferred equity, mezzanine debt, and senior debt to adapt to changing risk-return dynamics in the market.

Cheryn-Ann Chew

Associate

Jeffrey G. Dishner

Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Real Estate Acquisitions

James Fogarty

Vice President

Robert Geimer

Senior Vice President, Asset Management

Richard R. Gomel

MD

Madison Grose

Senior Managing Director and Co-General Counsel

Seth W. Hamalian

Investment Professional

Steven M. Hankin

MD of Portfolio Operations

Tessie Massa

VP and Head of Human Resources

Trisha Annette Miller

CEO

Ellis Rinaldi

Senior Managing Director and Co-General Counsel

Jerome Comstock Silvey

Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer

Andrew Jay Sossen

Investment Professional

Barry Sternlicht

Chairman and CEO

Gregory Stuppler

MD of Japan

Desmond Taljaard

COO of Europe and Head of Asset Management

Chris Tokarski

Investment Professional

Lanhee Yung

Managing Director and Co-Head of Fundraising and Investor Relations

23 past transactions

Lavanda

Series B in 2022
Lavanda Ventures Ltd. is a London-based company founded in 2014 that provides real estate management and letting services to both businesses and consumers. The company has developed a modular SaaS platform aimed at optimizing real estate assets, allowing landlords and property managers to meet legitimate short and medium-term rental demand. Lavanda focuses on enhancing the tenant experience while simultaneously increasing net operating income for property owners. Its target markets include multifamily housing, build-to-rent developments, student accommodations, serviced apartments, and vacation rental portfolios.

Valon Technologies

Series B in 2021
A modern, secure, and homeowner-first approach to homeownership.

Mosaic

Series B in 2021
Mosaic Building Group, Inc. is a technology-focused construction company based in Phoenix, Arizona, with additional offices in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2015, the company provides a range of construction services to homebuilders, including general contracting, framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, and site work. Mosaic specializes in single-family, multi-family, custom homebuilding, and build-to-rent projects. With a commitment to enhancing efficiency in the construction process, Mosaic employs advanced technologies and programming to automate various tasks, resulting in faster and more streamlined homebuilding. The company's mission centers on creating communities that foster a sense of connection and belonging, aiming to make beautiful living environments accessible to a broader audience.

WeWork

Post in 2021
WeWork, known as The We Company, is a commercial real estate firm that specializes in providing flexible workspaces and office services primarily for entrepreneurs and technology startups. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, the company transforms buildings into dynamic environments that foster creativity, collaboration, and productivity. Its offerings include a variety of workplace solutions such as private offices, shared workspaces, and on-demand access to workstations, catering to diverse member needs. In addition to physical spaces, WeWork provides a range of services through partnerships, enabling members to work, live, and grow. The company also operates WeWork Labs, which supports early-stage startups by providing community and programming to aid their development. With a focus on inclusivity and community, WeWork aims to create an environment where members can thrive and innovate together.

Measurabl

Series C in 2021
Measurabl, Inc. develops a cloud-based software that collects data, creates investment-grade sustainability reports, and alerts clients to improvement opportunities. The company offers Measurabl, a software solution for helping companies to collect, report, and act upon non-financial data. Its solution enables clients to collect utility, waste, and travel data; create, export, and e-File investment-grade reports on demand; and benchmark performance and spot opportunities to improve. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California.

SmartRent

Post in 2021
SmartRent is an enterprise home automation company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. It develops innovative software and hardware solutions designed to assist property owners, managers, and renters within multifamily communities. The company's platform allows property managers and residents to remotely control essential features such as locks, lights, and thermostats in both vacant units and common areas. By integrating with various property management systems and collaborating with hardware manufacturers and industry associations, SmartRent enhances asset monitoring and protection while promoting operational efficiencies and ancillary revenue generation for property owners.

Metropolis

Series A in 2021
Metropolis is an AI and computer vision start-up built to modernize parking and empower the future of mobility. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Yuca

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Yuca is a Brazilian rental services startup.

SmartRent

Series B in 2019
SmartRent is an enterprise home automation company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. It develops innovative software and hardware solutions designed to assist property owners, managers, and renters within multifamily communities. The company's platform allows property managers and residents to remotely control essential features such as locks, lights, and thermostats in both vacant units and common areas. By integrating with various property management systems and collaborating with hardware manufacturers and industry associations, SmartRent enhances asset monitoring and protection while promoting operational efficiencies and ancillary revenue generation for property owners.

Getaway

Series B in 2019
Getaway House, Inc. operates a collection of tiny houses on wheels. It places tiny houses/cabins in the woods to enable customers recharge in nature and reconnect with the people they love. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Made In Cookware

Seed Round in 2019
Made In Cookware designs, manufactures, and distributes cookware products, such as frying pans, sauce pans and lids, saute pans, stock pots, kits, and accessories. The company retails its products through online e-commerce platform. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Yotel

Private Equity Round in 2017
YOTEL Limited operates a chain of hotels primarily located in airports and urban areas, catering to travelers seeking comfort and convenience. Established in 2003 and based in London, the company offers a unique lodging experience with a focus on efficient design and community spaces. Its accommodations, branded as YOTELAIR, are situated in major airports, including London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Amsterdam Schiphol, and Paris Charles de Gaulle, while also maintaining city hotels in New York, Boston, and Singapore. YOTEL features premium cabins equipped with adjustable SmartBeds, rejuvenating monsoon rain showers, and advanced technological amenities. The hotels also provide various facilities, including dining options, fitness centers, and spaces for private events and social gatherings. YOTEL is expanding its footprint with new developments planned in key global locations such as San Francisco, London Clerkenwell, Dubai, Edinburgh, and Miami. The company operates as a subsidiary of YO! Company and has a strategic partnership with Starwood Capital Group.

Proportunity

Seed Round in 2017
Proportunity Limited is a technology-driven mortgage lender based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in providing innovative financing solutions for first-time home buyers. Founded in 2016 by Vadim Toader and Stefan Boronea, the company leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze real estate data, accurately forecasting house prices and identifying high-growth areas. By offering equity and mortgage loans, Proportunity aims to assist buyers in overcoming the challenges of deposit requirements, allowing them to purchase homes in promising locations while potentially paying less than their current rent. Through its data-driven insights, Proportunity empowers customers to make informed decisions in the real estate market.

Forestar

Acquisition in 2017
Forestar Group Inc. operates as a residential lot development company in the United States. It engages in the acquisition, entitlement, and development of infrastructure for single-family residential communities. Forestar Group Inc. sells residential lots primarily to homebuilders. The company was incorporated in 1955 and is headquartered in Arlington, Texas. Forestar Group Inc. operates as a subsidiary of D.R. Horton, Inc.

ThirdLove

Series A in 2016
ThirdLove, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells undergarments and nightwear for women. It manufactures T-shirt, strapless, wireless, plunge, racerback, nursing, maternity and more bras. It sells its products through its Internet based platform and offline stores. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California.

De Vere

Acquisition in 2014
De Vere is a collection of modern country estate hotels centered around mansion houses, offering a blend of leisure and exceptional conference facilities. One of its notable properties is the De Vere Grand Jersey, located in St. Helier, Channel Islands. This hotel features a range of amenities, including rooms, suites, banqueting suites suitable for business events, a restaurant, and an indoor club with a gym. The company is currently undergoing a significant investment of over £50 million to enhance its offerings and facilities.

Ten-X

Venture Round in 2013
Ten-X, Inc. operates an online real estate marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of both commercial and residential properties through a user-friendly platform accessible via desktop and mobile devices. The company features two main divisions: Ten-X Commercial, which focuses on commercial real estate transactions, and Auction.com, dedicated to residential and bank-owned homes. Founded in 1990 and originally known as Auction.com, Ten-X rebranded in January 2016 and is headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional offices in San Mateo, New York, and Miami. The platform allows buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals to search, list, and conduct transactions entirely online, simplifying the real estate process for various property types, including office, multifamily, hotel, retail, industrial, and land. Ten-X operates as a subsidiary of CoStar Realty Information Inc.

Mammoth Mountain Ski Area

Acquisition in 2005
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, LLC operates a premier four-season ski resort in Mammoth Lakes, California, offering a wide range of winter and summer activities. In the winter, it provides extensive skiing and snowboarding opportunities, complemented by amenities such as food and beverage services and lodging. During the summer, the resort features activities like hiking, biking, camping, golf, and scenic gondola rides, alongside a dedicated adventure center for children. The company also offers rental gear, childcare services, and various passes and tickets for its attractions. Additionally, Mammoth Mountain hosts group activities, meetings, and weddings, while providing real estate development services and an online retail store for apparel and souvenirs. Established in 1953, Mammoth Mountain continues to be a significant destination for outdoor recreation in California.

Quovera

Venture Round in 2000
Quovera, Inc. operates as a business consulting and technology integration firm. It offers customer relationship management, business performance management, sales incentive compensation, product knowledge management, enterprise resource management, supply chain management, advanced planning and scheduling, and solution integration and custom services for high tech, semiconductor, software and services, financial services, and retail industries. Quovera, Inc. was formerly known as Millennia Vision Corp and changed its name to Quovera, Inc. in November 2000. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

CapitalThinking

Series B in 2000
CapitalThinking is a mortgage financial services company that offers fixed and flexible payment solutions. It offers an online platform that enables its customers to apply and obtain quotations. CapitalThinking is acquired by CapitalStream in January 2004. CapitalThinking was founded in 1999 and is based in New York.

Phase2Media

Series C in 2000
Phase2Media's unparalleled expertise delivers strategic, innovative marketing through interactive advertising. Phase2Media is the industry-transforming interactive advertising network which merges the talents of an elite team of experienced professionals with the technological capabilities of leading edge partners such as NetGravity. Through proven marketing expertise and advanced ad serving, targeting and tracking, Phase2Media helps sites identify revenue and advertisers increase effectiveness of campaigns.

Brightware

Series D in 1999
Brightware, Inc. is a provider of automated, self-service assistance to customers through the Internet.

Greenwich Technology Partners

Venture Round in 1999
Greenwich Technology Partners, Inc. provides information security, cost optimization, multiservice networks, information lifecycle management, and information technology service management solutions. Its storage optimization solutions offers a suite of services, including lifecycle project management, independent ROI/TCO evaluation, technology audits, review of business application requirements and creation of storage requirements matrix, creation of business-based data classification schema, Gap analysis of client storage management process, impact analysis of the optimization on business continuity, disaster recovery and security, and design and documentation of new storage infrastructures. The company also offers application security solution to address the lifecycle of an application, including requirements and operation. Its IT infrastructure consolidation solution consolidates server, data center, and storage resources. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in White Plains, New York. As of October 18, 2005, Greenwich Technology Partners, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Acumen Solutions, Inc.