Jay Ash

Background

About Jay Ash

I’m a commercial real estate finance professional with over a decade of experience helping banks, investors, and owners navigate complex portfolios. My career spans federal asset management, private lending, and institutional banking advisory — giving me a versatile perspective across the capital stack. At the FDIC, I managed $500M+ in distressed CRE portfolios, driving recoveries through restructures, note sales, and asset repositioning. At Wilshire Finance Partners, I specialized in bridge lending and real estate finance modeling, structuring creative solutions for property owners and investors. As a consultant, I’ve advised institutions on portfolio strategy, credit risk, and value-add restructuring. What ties it all together is a focus on preserving and growing asset value, whether through complex workouts, capital markets transactions, or strategic relationship management. I’m passionate about partnering with lenders, investors, and sponsors to deliver results in both growth and special situation environments. Core Strengths: Commercial Real Estate Finance & Lending Portfolio Management & Credit Risk Special Assets / Loan Workouts & Restructuring Capital Markets Transactions Investor & Banking Relationships