Mark Simon
Mark Simon is the Founder and CEO of Benmark Capital, a vertically integrated real estate debt platform specializing in special situations, transitional assets, and value-add real estate transactions nationwide. Prior to founding Benmark, Simon participated in more than $20 billion of real estate transaction volume during his tenure at a major real estate private equity platform, bringing significant institutional experience across real estate investing and finance. Under his leadership, Benmark Capital provides flexible, creative financing solutions for complex transactions, combining institutional underwriting discipline with a nimble, entrepreneurial approach. Simon brings a unique perspective on the evolving real estate capital markets, the growing role of private credit, lender priorities, and how developers and investors can navigate an increasingly complex financing environment.