Jordan Cortez

Jordan Cortez is the Managing Principal and Founder of Vanguard Real Estate Advisors (VREA) and Vanguard Capital Management.12 He directs the overall investment strategy, oversees capital raising efforts, and provides operational leadership for these firms.1 With a career spanning over two decades in real estate, Cortez has been instrumental in closing $4.6 billion in various real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and joint-venture equity placements.12

Cortez's professional background includes:

1. Managing Director at Rockwood Real Estate Advisors (2012-2014)3
2. Vice President at Johnson Capital's Equity Finance Desk (2011-2012)3
3. Director of Secondary Markets at Apartment Realty Advisors (2005-2010)3
4. Investment Sales Broker at Cushman & Wakefield (2004-2005)3

His educational background comprises:

• Bachelor of Science in Economics with Financial Applications from Southern Methodist University13
• Master of Science in Real Estate with a concentration in Finance and Investment from New York University13
• Hotel Real Estate Investments & Asset Management Certificate from Cornell University3

Cortez is a licensed real estate broker in multiple states, including Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Georgia.2 He has also earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation.3

Throughout his career, Cortez has represented a diverse client base, including REITs, pension funds, regional banks, family offices, and national developers.12 In addition to his advisory roles, he has invested both actively and passively in real estate and energy deals.1