Tom Dao is a Principal at Gantry’s San Francisco Office. He joined Gantry in 2006 as a Production Associate where he originated loans by pitching, underwriting, and closing loans and followed through with post-closing services. Tom earns his clients’ trust by thoroughly understanding his clients’ objectives and delivering the most suitable solutions. He leans on his experience as a commercial banker for 10 years working for a major national bank prior to joining Gantry. In 2016, Tom became a Producer and started his own production team while maintaining collaboration with other production teams throughout Gantry’s other offices. Aside from placing permanent, bridge, mezzanine, and construction loans, Tom has also raised equity and structured joint ventures for his clients.
Affiliations
University of Chicago, Booth School of Business – MBA
University of California, Santa Barbara – BA, Economics
Asian Commercial Professionals – Board Member 2017
United States Marine Corps (Retired)
Bay Area Mortgage Association
Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)
California Mortgage Bankers Association (CMBA)
Commercial Real Estate Finance Council (CREFC)
California Department of Real Estate Licensed Salesperson #01835289