Ran Eliasaf
Northwind Group
Ran founded Northwind Group in 2008 and oversees all company investment activities. Throughout his career, Ran has executed 300+ real estate transactions totaling over $11 billion, investing in CRE properties in NYC and healthcare & senior living properties across the US. In 2017 Ran spearheaded the creation of Northwind's credit platform including the formation of Northwind's discretionary closed-ended debt funds with over $2 billion in AUM.Under Ran's leadership Northwind has evolved into a reputable institutional grade private equity firm, consistently improving its capabilities, expanding its operations, know-how and industry recognition, while adhering to strict core values of honesty and transparency. Ran is a sought-after speaker in the NYC real estate community and is frequently quoted by several real estate news outlets. Prior to forming Northwind Group, Ran co-founded and served as CEO of a real estate fund that invested in a portfolio of grocery anchored shopping centers of over 5 million sq. ft. located in Florida and Texas.Ran is a retired Captain of the Israeli Navy. He currently serves as active Chairman of the Board of American Friends of NATAL ("AFN"), a non-profit organization providing vital assistance to veterans and civilians suffering from PTSD and on the board of American Friend of Unistream which supports entrepreneurship programs in the periphery of Israel. Ran also serves on the Board of Governors for REBNY. He is passionate about real estate, surfing and most importantly serving as a good role model to his three children.Ran was recognized in Commercial Observer's Power Finance list of the most important figures in commercial real estate finance in 2025 and 2026.
