Rockwood Capital Welcomes Jimmy Yung as the New Global Head of Originations

Rockwood Capital Welcomes Jimmy Yung

In a strategic move aimed at strengthening its leadership in commercial real estate investment, Rockwood Capital announced the appointment of Jimmy Yung as Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Originations. This decision, revealed on July 9, 2025, marks an important step forward for the firm as it continues to expand its influence in the real estate market.

Based in Los Angeles, Yung will spearhead the firm's origination and capital deployment strategies. His responsibilities encompass overseeing the sourcing, structuring, and execution of commercial real estate (CRE) credit investments, which are essential for the firm’s growth. Yung will be reporting directly to Niraj Shah, Partner and Global Head of Credit, who expressed enthusiasm about Yung’s joining the team.

"We believe that his investment acumen, familiarity with a wide variety of CRE credit products across all asset types, strong global relationships, and deep understanding of industry dynamics will help us find and structure compelling investment opportunities for our clients," Shah stated. This reflects the high expectations Rockwood has for Yung’s role in enhancing their investment strategy.

Yung brings with him an extensive background in real estate, having amassed over 27 years of experience in origination and investment management in both the U.S. and Asia. His most recent position was at Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies, where he served as Managing Director overseeing their commercial real estate lending platform on the West Coast. His prior experience includes leading the Origination efforts and being a member of the Investment Committee at TPG Real Estate Finance Trust Additionally, Yung was at Deutsche Bank, where he led the Real Estate Special Situations business.

His academic credentials are equally impressive. Yung holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science from Georgetown University, along with studies in international economics and languages at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. This rich blend of experience and education positions him uniquely to leverage current market opportunities effectively.

Expressing his excitement about joining Rockwood, Yung stated, "I am thrilled to become a part of Rockwood and help the firm take advantage of the many opportunities available in today's market. I look forward to working with the experienced Rockwood team to target attractive investments up and down the capital stack."

Rockwood Capital was founded in 1995 and has established itself as a premier real estate investment firm. The organization provides both debt and equity capital, along with expertise in real estate operations, focused on various types of properties including mixed-use, workspace, retail, industrial, and hotel properties across key U.S. markets. The firm has grown its footprint with a workforce of 80 professionals spread across offices in New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

Since its inception, Rockwood and its principal have collectively invested in approximately $40.1 billion worth of real estate and real estate-related assets. As of Q1 2025, the firm manages a portfolio valued at around $13.2 billion. Its extensive international investor base includes sovereign wealth funds, public and private pension funds, endowments, and family offices, demonstrating Rockwood’s solid reputation and trust within the investment community.

For more information about their initiatives and investment strategies, you can visit Rockwood Capital's website.

This new chapter for Rockwood with Jimmy Yung at the helm of originations may very well signal a dynamic shift in how they approach upcoming investment opportunities in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.