Rocco Ferrera

Rocco Ferrera is the Chief Investment Officer and a Board Advisor at Stiles Corporation, a family-owned, full-service commercial real estate firm based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Key Responsibilities

As Chief Investment Officer, Mr. Ferrera is responsible for the strategic planning, direction, and oversight of all properties owned or controlled by Stiles and its related partnerships. His role encompasses the management of highly specialized professionals who handle the acquisition, joint venture structuring, financing, asset management, property management, and disposition of real estate assets.1

Professional Background

Rocco Ferrera joined Stiles in 1997 as a Senior Asset Manager and was quickly promoted to Director of Stiles Capital Group in 1998. Prior to joining Stiles, he worked as an asset manager with Lennar Partners in Miami Beach for five years, where he managed various types of commercial real estate assets, underwrote CMBS investments, and coordinated loan workouts.1

Education and Affiliations

Mr. Ferrera holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Michigan State University and a Master's in Business Administration from Northeastern University in Boston. He is affiliated with several professional and community organizations, including the FSU Real Estate Center (past Executive Board Director), the Museum of Discovery and Science (Trustee), and the International Council of Shopping Centers (Member).1

Achievements

Under his leadership, Stiles has successfully managed the financing, sale, and financial analysis/reporting of its real estate portfolio, contributing to his promotion to Chief Investment Officer. Stiles is recognized for developing over 52 million square feet of award-winning office, industrial, mixed-use, and residential projects throughout the Southeast.2