At GSP, Mr. Shaffer focuses on delivering solutions to address his clients’ real estate capital requirements and arranges structured financing for multifamily and commercial properties, including acquisition, refinance, construction, bridge and permanent loans, mezzanine and participating debt, and joint venture equity. For over 20 years, he has been active in the industry with a track record of success with over $4 Billion of transactions. He has completed transactions in the multi-family, office, retail, industrial and hospitality sectors as well as specialized experience with complex data centers, healthcare/medical and senior facilities.

Prior to GSP, Mr. Shaffer ran his own global investment advisory company, led dispositions at Japanese’s institutional investor, Mitsui Real Estate Sales and operated projects for several development firms. He has served as a contractor for the United States Resolution Trust Corporation (RTC), as an Expert Witness and California Superior Court Receiver.

Professional and Academic Affiliations:

• Urban Land Institute, ULI
• International Council of Shopping Centers, ICSC
• International Real Estate Trade Organization, IRETO, Founder