Justin Golshir

Founder/CEO, Grind Capital Group - Real Estate Private Equity

Justin Golshir is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor, serving as the Founder and CEO of Grind Capital Group, a firm focused on opportunistic real estate and corporate private equity investments. With over a decade of experience, he has built a diverse career in sectors such as real estate development, modular construction, and technology.

Career Background

Before establishing Grind Capital Group in 2016, Golshir gained valuable experience in various prestigious roles. He worked as an Associate at GI Partners and Dubai International Capital, where he managed middle market private equity investments. Additionally, he was an Analyst in M&A Investment Banking at Lehman Brothers, advising private equity clients on significant transactions. His early career also included a role as a National Security and Foreign Policy Fellow for U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss, which provided him with insights into government operations and policy-making.

Education

Golshir holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Bachelor of Arts (AB) in International Affairs, both with honors, from the University of Georgia. During his time there, he was recognized as a Leonard Leadership Scholar and served as the commencement speaker for his graduating class. He also completed a Certificate in Personal and Organizational Leadership from the University of Georgia and a Certificate in full stack web development from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Notable Achievements

Grind Capital Group: Under Golshir's leadership, the firm has sought to become a significant player in Atlanta's real estate market, focusing on high-rise developments and innovative investment strategies.
Techstars Disney Accelerator: He participated in this prestigious program, advising startups in the media and entertainment sectors on business development and financial strategies.
Successful Ventures: Golshir founded a software company that provided social media management tools for the music industry, which was acquired by TuneCore, the largest digital music distributor globally.

Justin Golshir's blend of finance, technology, and real estate expertise positions him as a notable figure in the investment landscape, particularly in the Atlanta area.1 2

Highlights

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Experience

Founder and CEO at Grind Capital Group (June 2016 - Present)

Advisor at TuneCore (2016 - January 2018); Founder and CEO at JustGo (Acquired by TuneCore) (January 2012 - May 2016); Disney Accelerator at Techstars (July 2015 - October 2015); Owner at Student Housing Real Estate Portfolio (Acquired by Institutional Investor) (January 2010 - April 2013); Associate at GI Partners (July 2010 - December 2011); Associate at Dubai International Capital (January 2008 - July 2010); Analyst at Lehman Brothers M&A Investment Banking (May 2006 - December 2007); National Security / Foreign Policy Fellow at US Senator Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) (January 2006 - April 2006)

Education

Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) in International Affairs with Honors from The University of Georgia; Certificate in Personal and Organizational Leadership from University of Georgia - Institute for Leadership Advancement; Certificate in Full Stack Web Development from Georgia Institute of Technology; Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance with Honors from University of Georgia - Terry College of Business