Jeffery Cohen serves as the Senior Vice President at ZEL Capital Partners, where he leverages his extensive thirty-year background in the hospitality sector to drive innovative financial solutions for clients. Under his leadership, ZEL Capital Partners has redefined its approach to investment banking, specializing in...
Jeffery Cohen serves as the Senior Vice President at ZEL Capital Partners, where he leverages his extensive thirty-year background in the hospitality sector to drive innovative financial solutions for clients. Under his leadership, ZEL Capital Partners has redefined its approach to investment banking, specializing in sale-leaseback transactions across all commercial real estate sectors. This strategic focus allows the firm to unlock significant equity for clients, enabling them to optimize their real estate assets and achieve scalable growth.
Cohen's entrepreneurial vision and deep industry knowledge have been instrumental in guiding hospitality clients through complex financial landscapes, ensuring they maximize their internal rates of return (IRR). His expertise spans a wide range of financial strategies, including acquisitions, recapitalizations, and M&A, with deal sizes ranging from $1 million to $1 billion. This breadth of experience positions him as a trusted advisor in navigating the intricacies of sale-leaseback arrangements, refinancing, build-to-suit projects, and forward commitments.
At ZEL Capital Partners, Cohen is not only focused on financial outcomes but also emphasizes leadership development and executive management. His ability to cultivate strong teams and foster collaborative environments has been a cornerstone of his success. By integrating strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting into his approach, he ensures that each project aligns with the broader goals of the organization and its stakeholders. As a member of the Board of Directors for various non-profit organizations, Cohen also demonstrates a commitment to community engagement, further enhancing his profile as a leader in both the financial and hospitality sectors.
