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Fred Matera
Chief Investment Officer at Redwood Trust, Inc.
Fred Matera is the Chief Investment Officer at Redwood Trust, Inc., a position he has held since September 2022. In this role, he oversees the company's investment, capital markets, and distribution functions across its investment portfolio, particularly focusing on Business Purpose Lending and Residential Mortgage Banking.13 Prior to his current role, he served as the Head of Residential at Redwood Trust starting in June 2020 and was also a board member from March 2019 to December 2020.23
Professional Background
Fred Matera has over 30 years of experience in the financial and mortgage banking sectors, having held senior positions at various prestigious firms. His previous roles include:
- Managing Partner at MoVi Connect, an advisory firm promoting innovation in fintech.23
- Chief Operating Officer and Chief Investment Officer at RPM Mortgage from September 2016 to October 2017.2
- Chief Investment Officer and President of Redwood Commercial Mortgage Corp. between 2008 and 2016.2
- Managing Director at Greenwich Capital Markets and Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette/Credit Suisse, where he co-headed structured credit operations.2
Education
Fred holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Tufts University and an MBA in Finance from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.34
Contributions and Leadership
In his leadership role at Redwood Trust, Fred Matera is recognized for his expertise in both residential and commercial mortgage sectors, as well as his commitment to innovation within the industry. His appointment as Chief Investment Officer was part of a strategic transition aimed at strengthening Redwood's capital markets and investing disciplines.13
