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Landry named partner at FinanceBoston

Doug Landry

Boston, MA Doug Landry, a principal at the real estate investment and advisory company FinanceBoston, has been named as a partner at the 16-year-old firm.

Landry joined FinanceBoston as a principal in July 2018. He has enjoyed success in raising debt and equity for an array of commercial real estate investors, owners and developers over a 12-year career, during which he has transacted deals totaling more than $1.5 billion in total capitalization. 

At FinanceBoston, Landry has specialized in executing financing solutions for commercial property investors and developers, including permanent or construction senior debt, mezzanine and bridge, preferred equity, and joint venture equity arrangements.

 “Doug came to us less than two years ago, and from the start I recognized his confidence and diligence, in particular in getting the best possible terms for his clients,” said Fergal Woods, Founder and Managing Partner of FinanceBoston. “He has impressed me with his work ethic, the volume of business he handles, and an energy that’s infectious to the rest of the team.”

Previously, Landry worked in a variety of roles at lending institutions, including JPMorgan Chase, People’s United Bank and Digital Federal Credit Union.

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