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Posted: June 27, 2023
2023 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders: Shahid Jafri, Jafri Group
Founding Principal
Jafri Group
Number of years in CURRENT position: 2
3 skills that you use every day in your position: Creativity, confidence, emotional intelligence.
Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: The House of Dimon: How JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon Rose to the Top of the Financial World.
Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: Adapt to change and stay uncomfortable.
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I founded a holding company, Jafri Group, that operates three small portfolio companies and has a few strategic relationships. I am most proud of the growth of Jafri Journal and Jafri Capital during unprecedented economic times. Jafri Journal’s expansion has been creating its own sphere of influence. Jafri Journal now has three newsletters, National, Manhattan, & Tampa Bay. Jafri Capital started as an equity brokerage. Today we are a middle-market acquisitions firm targeting multifamily and industrial.
What makes this nominee an Industry Leader? “I have been privileged to work alongside Shahid for the last two and a half years. He has taught me everything I know about real estate and has shown me the ins and outs of running a company. He is selfless, humble, and puts his people first. I am honored to be a part of the Jafri team.” - Ellie Kimmes, Principal at Jafri Journal.
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