Jonathan Stern

Jonathan Stern is the Chief Growth Officer at Ackman-Ziff Real Estate Group, a position they began in 2024, where they focus on business development strategy and oversee operations and marketing communications. Prior to this, from 2001 to 2023, they led marketing and business development at the nation's largest private finance intermediary, significantly increasing the national debt origination business. With a career that includes roles at Citigroup and JER Partners, Stern has originated over $1.4 billion in debt and equity capital assignments for various real estate stakeholders. They hold an A.B. in Economics from Vassar College and have taken on advisory roles in crowdfunding platforms.