Arrow R.E. Advisors expands into Philadelphia market with addition of Wayda

Manhattan, NY Arrow Real Estate Advisors has added Thomas Wayda as senior director, marking the firm’s expansion into the Philadelphia and Mid-Atlantic markets. Wayda brings more than a decade of institutional expertise in commercial real estate finance and capital markets.

“Thomas brings a rare combination of deep institutional experience, strong capital relationships, and a client-first mindset,” said Morris Betesh, founder and managing partner of Arrow Real Estate Advisors. “His ability to structure complex financing solutions across market cycles makes him an exceptional addition to our capital markets platform. Expanding our presence in Philadelphia is an important milestone for Arrow, and Thomas is the ideal professional to lead that growth.”

Ronnie Levine, senior advisor at Arrow Real Estate Advisors, said, “Thomas’s track record speaks for itself. He has consistently delivered creative, execution-focused capital solutions across a wide range of asset types. His expertise and regional focus will be invaluable as we continue to expand our advisory capabilities and better serve clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic.”

In his role as senior director, Wayda will focus on servicing clients throughout Philadelphia and the broader Mid-Atlantic region, delivering customized financing solutions tailored to each client’s investment objectives. He will leverage deep relationships with banks, life insurance companies, debt funds, agencies, and alternative capital providers across a broad range of asset classes, including industrial, multifamily, retail, office, self-storage, and hospitality.

Throughout his career, Wayda has originated or structured more than $10 billion in debt and equity capital for institutional-quality assets nationwide. His recent transactions include a $57 million construction loan for a build-to-rent development in Warner Robins, GA; a $28.5 million bridge loan for a multifamily property in Fort Worth, TX featuring debt fund financing with preferred equity; and a $14 million bridge loan for a build-to-rent property in Tucson, AZ, all sourced through debt fund capital.

Prior to joining Arrow Real Estate Advisors, Wayda served as senior managing director at Greystone & Co., where he led a debt capital markets team specializing in non-agency transactions. His previous experience includes roles as senior vice president at Meridian Capital Group, a member of the capital markets team at Starwood Property Trust, and positions within Wells Fargo’s Large Loan Real Estate Capital Markets Group.