Ben Friedland
Vice Chairman, Co-Head, Alternative Investments Practice
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Professional Experience
Ben Friedland is a Vice Chairman and Co-Head of CBRE Alternative Investments Practice (AIP), an industry-specific practice group focused on advising private equity firms, hedge funds, venture capital and other Alternative Investment companies on their real estate strategies in New York City and around the world.
Ben has been a driving force behind the reputation of CBRE's Alternative Investments Practice (AIP), known for its strategic creativity, high-level relationships, and unwavering client advocacy. Representing clients in over 1,000 transactions across a 25+ year career, Ben's ability to craft and orchestrate complex transactions has made him a trusted advisor to top financial firms in New York and around the world.
Industry Recognition
Ben is widely recognized as one of CBRE's top global producers and a trusted voice in the New York City real estate community. His insights are frequently sought by leading publications such as the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and New York Post, and he regularly shares his expertise through podcasts and industry forums, reinforcing his reputation as a thought leader in the alternative investments space.
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Mentorship & Community
Ben is committed to cultivating the next generation of industry leaders and actively mentors emerging professionals and develops training programs at CBRE. His passion for giving back extends beyond the workplace into philanthropic efforts, where he dedicates time and leadership to several charitable organizations. Most notably, he serves as President of the Board for Backyard Sports Cares.
Personal Snapshot
He is also a husband, father of three (Samantha, Jacob, Rebecca), a hoops player, a movie/TV/podcast enthusiast — and is trying to optimize daily.
Across a 25+ year career, and 1,000+ transactions and clients represented, Ben's ability to align real estate decisions with investment strategies leveraging CBRE's global network and his team's financial insight has positioned AIP as a trusted advisor to top financial firms in New York and beyond.
