Mark Strauss

Mark Strauss

Managing Director, Capital Markets
Cohen Financial

Mark is responsible for managing the origination, analysis, and placement of real estate debt and equity throughout the United States.

Joined Cohen Financial in 2001.

Over 29 years of commercial real estate finance experience

Prior to joining Cohen Financial, Mark served as Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer at Commerce Dynamics, Inc., where he was responsible for securing venture capital for the development and growth of the company. Prior to that, Mark served as a Senior Investment Associate, as well as, a Regional Manager for the real estate investment brokerage firm of Marcus & Millichap. Mark also served as President of the real estate syndication firm The Equity Group.  Mark has participated in the placement of debt and equity, as well as acquisition and disposition of over $2 billion of real estate assets.

Education

BS in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton
School of Commerce & Finance (Philadelphia)

Other Affiliations

International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Urban Land Institute (ULI)
Tenant In Common Association (TICA)
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
- Licensed for Series 22 and Series 63 Securities


Cohen Financial is a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association of America, the National Multi Housing Council, and the Commercial Mortgage Securities Association.