Chicago & Midwest + Downtown + Finance | February 25, 2021

Suraj Desai Joins Black Bear Capital’s Chicago Office

Black Bear Capital Partners (BBCP) expanded its Chicago office with the addition of veteran real estate finance advisor Suraj Desai, who joins as a senior managing director. In his new role, Desai is primarily responsible for the sourcing and execution of structured debt and equity transactions across all geographies and asset classes, with a focus on hospitality.

Suraj Desai

Desai previously held senior positions at Chicago-based Alpha Capital CRE and Mag Mile Capital, where he originated over $250 million in debt and equity transactions.

“BBCP has achieved extraordinary growth in the past year, and we are very pleased that Suraj will be joining our team of trusted advisors in Chicago as we continue to expand the growth of our debt and equity placement pipeline,” said BBCP COO Bryan Manz. “His addition will enhance the organization’s overall efforts to provide personalized, best-in-class, and integrated solutions to our expanding client base throughout the Midwest.”

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