Business Details
12 Years
experience
Strategic Commercial Real Estate Investments
West 77 Partners, founded in 2014, specializes in commercial real estate investment, development, and asset management. Our expertise spans hospitality, multi-family, office, and mixed-use projects across the United States. With over $500 million in developed and in-progress assets, we leverage vertical integration and strategic market insights to deliver value for investors. Our team of seasoned professionals combines deep industry experience with hands-on operational expertise.We prioritize research-driven investment decisions, aligning our own capital with investor interests to ensure accountability. Through proactive asset management and tailored disposition strategies, we maximize long-term returns while maintaining rigorous quality control. Our commitment to innovation and market adaptability distinguishes us in real estate cycles.
Services
Real Estate Development
Property Acquisition
Construction Management
Asset Management
Investment Sales
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We leverage $1B+ in collectively developed real estate experience across market cycles.
- Our vertical integration covers acquisitions, design, construction, and asset management.
- Proactive portfolio management prioritizes annual cash flow over speculative sales.
- Experienced team includes former executives from Wasatch Group and Sellen Construction.
- We align investor interests by co-investing company capital in every project.
Services
Real Estate Development
West 77 Partners identifies high-potential commercial real estate opportunities and manages full-cycle development. Their expertise includes site acquisition, entitlements, design coordination, and capital structuring. The firm focuses on hospitality, multi-family, and mixed-use projects in growth markets. By aligning investment strategies with market cycles, they create value through operational efficiency and asset optimization.
Property Acquisition
The firm strategically acquires commercial properties and distressed notes nationwide. Through geographic diversification and established lender relationships, West 77 Partners secures opportunities in high-barrier markets. Their acquisition philosophy emphasizes portfolio synergy and economies of scale. Specialized expertise exists in evaluating distressed real estate assets for value-add potential.
Construction Management
Through affiliated builder Wasatch DC Builders NW, the firm provides construction management services. This includes subcontractor coordination, budget controls, and quality assurance. Their owner-builder approach ensures alignment with long-term asset performance goals. Experienced teams manage timelines, material procurement, and safety protocols across diverse markets.
Asset Management
West 77 Partners actively manages commercial properties to maximize net operating income. Services include debt strategy analysis, expense optimization, and operational audits. The team employs hands-on oversight to address property challenges proactively. Their ownership perspective ensures continuous value enhancement through revenue growth and cost management.
Investment Sales
The firm provides tailored exit strategies for real estate investments. Services include market valuation analysis, comparable studies, and customized marketing campaigns. West 77 Partners prepares comprehensive offering memoranda and due diligence packages. Disposition approaches adapt to investor objectives, whether focused sales or broad market exposure.
People
Michael J. Nielson
Founder & CEO
Leads acquisitions and development initiatives with 20+ years in real estate. Former President of Wasatch Group managing $4B assets. Holds Juris Doctorate from BYU Law School and real estate licenses in Utah/Washington.
Dan Barrett
President
Oversees design and construction activities. Former Executive Vice President at Sellen Construction with Stanford engineering and WSU finance/construction degrees. Brings extensive commercial contracting expertise to project management.
Jeremy Raymond
General Counsel
Manages legal affairs and compliance. Former partner at Olson & Hoggan specializing in real estate law. Holds Juris Doctorate from Ohio State and accounting degree from Utah State University.
Kerri Findlay
Director of Finance & Investor Relations
Directs structured financing and investor relations. Former finance director at Wasatch Commercial Management with Southern Utah University finance degree and 15+ years in real estate financial management.
Todd Lust
Controller
Manages accounting and development budgets. Former project accountant at Vulcan Inc. with finance/accounting degree from Washington State University and experience with major Seattle development projects.
Questions
What types of real estate does West77 Partners specialize in?
The firm focuses on hospitality, multi-family, office, and mixed-use commercial properties nationwide.
How does West77 Partners approach investment strategies?
They analyze market cycles to determine optimal times for development, acquisition, or asset holding.
Do they handle property management directly?
The firm actively manages assets but partners with experienced property managers for day-to-day operations.
What geographic markets do they target?
They focus on growth markets across the United States from Anchorage to Miami.
What construction services are provided in-house?
Wasatch DC Builders NW handles general contracting for hospitality developments nationwide.
