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Rockwood Capital Welcomes Jimmy Yung

Rockwood Capital, a distinguished private real estate investment firm, has just announced the appointment of Jimmy Yung as their new Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Originations. With a professional journey spanning over 27 years, Yung brings a wealth of experience in both the American and Asian real estate markets. His deep insights into investment strategies and extensive network of global relationships are expected to significantly enhance Rockwood's capabilities in sourcing and structuring compelling investment opportunities.

Located at Rockwood's Los Angeles office, Yung will report directly to Niraj Shah, the firm's partner and Global Head of Credit. Shah expressed enthusiasm about Yung's addition to the team, noting, "We are thrilled to have Jimmy join Rockwood. His sharp investment acumen, vast knowledge of various credit products in commercial real estate, and a strong grasp of market dynamics will be instrumental for us. We believe he will help identify and structure enticing investment opportunities for our clients."

Yung's most recent position was at Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies, where he served as the Managing Director. Here, he managed the West Coast commercial real estate lending platform. Previously, he had pivotal roles at TPG Real Estate Finance Trust and Deutsche Bank, where he focused on real estate special situations. His educational credentials include a degree from Georgetown University and further studies in international economics and languages at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Reflecting on his new role, Yung stated, "I am excited to be part of Rockwood and to help leverage the myriad opportunities the current market presents. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at Rockwood to target attractive investments across the capital stack."

About Rockwood Capital

Founded in 1995, Rockwood Capital specializes in real estate investment, providing both debt and equity capital, along with operational expertise for repositioning, development, redevelopment, and recapitalization of living spaces, mixed-use properties, office spaces, retail centers, industrial facilities, and hotels across key US markets. Employing a skilled team of 80 professionals across offices in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, Rockwood has invested approximately $40.1 billion in real estate assets since its inception. As of Q1 2025, Rockwood manages an impressive portfolio valued at around $13.2 billion. Their diverse international investor base includes sovereign wealth funds, public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, insurance companies, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and wealth management offices.

To learn more about Rockwood Capital and their investment strategy, please visit their official website at www.rockwoodcap.com.