ABOUT
Jofa Capital, LLC isn't your typical real estate investment firm. We're a Los Angeles-based, hands-on operator focused on finding exceptional deals, regardless of property type. We believe the best opportunities often lie outside the mainstream, in projects that require creativity, expertise, and a willingness to get our hands dirty.
We don't shy away from complex or niche properties. In fact, we thrive on them. We view challenges as opportunities to learn, innovate, and unlock hidden value. Our team is passionate about taking on unique projects and transforming them into something special.
What sets us apart?
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We're product-type agnostic: We believe exceptional deals can be found in any property type, from raw land to industrial warehouses
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We embrace complexity: We tackle projects that others might avoid, leveraging our expertise to overcome challenges and create value
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We're hands-on: We're not afraid to get involved in the nitty-gritty, ensuring every project reaches its full potential
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We think outside the box: We see opportunity where others see problems, and we use our creativity to find unconventional solutions
We don't just find deals, we find diamonds in the rough.
Jofa Capital breathes new life into under-appreciated properties, maximizing their value for investors and communities alike. We're always on the lookout for unique and interesting projects. If you have a property that doesn't fit the mold, we'd love to hear from you.
EXECUTIVE
TEAM
Brian Novak
Co-Founder & Managing Principal
Brian Novak is Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Jofa Capital, LLC and is responsible for the operations and management of Jofa, as well as overseeing the origination, structuring and asset management of its properties. Prior to founding Jofa, Brian founded Sherwood Real Estate Partners, LLC, a Los Angeles operator. Brian is a seasoned real estate investor, with over $3.75bln worth of transaction experience spanning geographies, product types, and the risk-spectrum.
Prior to founding Sherwood in 2018, Brian worked at Dune Real Estate Partners, playing an integral part in opening the Los Angeles office for the New York-based real estate private equity fund. Before joining Dune, Brian was at CIM Group, a $20 billion real estate private equity firm headquartered in Los Angeles. At CIM, Brian was involved in all aspects of the firm’s investment, development, and asset management activities. Brian started his career at Pearlmark Real Estate Partners (f.k.a. Transwestern Investment Company) supporting the acquisitions team on a variety of equity and debt investments in the U.S. Brian holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison with a major in Real Estate and Urban Land Economics.
Jackson Brissette
Co-Founder & Managing Principal
Jackson Brissette is Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Jofa Capital, LLC and has purchased over $5 billion worth of real estate over his career spanning all product types across the entire risk-spectrum. He has a passion for learning new niche products and businesses and diving deep into all facets of the enterprise. A true operator, Jackson takes pride in ingraining himself in a deal and a community. Jackson is responsible for all day-to-day operations, management, execution, capital raising, and acquisitions.
Prior to founding Jofa Capital, Jackson headed up Investments at a local Los Angeles boutique development firm. Jackson spent several years at a large Chicago based private equity firm in addition to four years at a large development company, spearheading efforts in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Jackson holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison with a triple major in Finance and Investment Banking, Real Estate and Urban Land Economics and International Business.