Jonathan Pollack joins Starwood Capital as president

On April 1, 2025, Jonathan Pollack officially became the President of Starwood Capital Group, a prominent global private investment firm known for its focus on real estate. Pollack brings over 26 years of experience in real estate investing, having previously served as the Global Head of Real Estate Credit at Blackstone Group since 2016. During his tenure at Blackstone, he significantly expanded assets under management in the Real Estate Credit business. Pollack's appointment is expected to further guide Starwood Capital in its growth and investment strategies around the world. Moreover, he will serve on several key committees within the firm, collaborating closely with CEO Barry Sternlicht and the senior leadership team to enhance the company’s operations and expand investment opportunities in the market. Pollack's extensive background includes leading roles at Deutsche Bank, where he helped establish the bank as a leader in commercial real estate investments in the post-financial crisis period. This hiring is part of Starwood's strategy to attract top talent and maintain its reputation as one of the leading firms in the global real estate investment sector.