Jo Hastings

Jo Hastings is a seasoned professional in commercial real estate finance, excelling in loan origination and transaction management. With Series 79 and 63 licenses, Jo has a successful track record in building and nurturing a robust network within the public REIT and equity fund sectors.

Jo's expertise lies in underwriting and valuation across various property sectors, with a focus on retail and hospitality. Known for analytical prowess, Jo is adept at refining technology tools and workflow processes to enhance credit decision-making and portfolio management.

Educationally, Jo holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Finance from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from the University of California, Berkeley.

With a rich professional history, Jo has held key positions including Managing Director and Head of U.S. Real Estate Structured Finance at Societe Generale Corporate and Investment Banking, Adjunct Professor at New York University, Senior CRE Relationship Manager at HSBC Bank USA, and Director at Eurohypo AG, among other notable roles.

Jo's specialties encompass real estate originations, underwriting, due diligence, analysis, CMBS, project management, and automation, reflecting a unique blend of real estate and technology acumen.