Fernau LeBlanc Investment Partners

Overview

Fernau LeBlanc Investment Partners is a private investment firm specializing in commercial real estate and private equity investments. Founded in 1998 by William B. LeBlanc and Blair Fernau, the firm is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. The principals have been active investors and operators in the commercial real estate market, focusing on acquiring, asset managing, and property managing various property types. They also invest in and assist with restructuring and growth strategies for operating companies with growth potential. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a broad selection of investment approaches across commercial real estate and private operating companies. Their diverse backgrounds as owners, lenders, asset managers, and debt work-out specialists enable them to underwrite new and existing projects, including distressed debt and non-performing loans. They have acquired more than $400 million in commercial real estate assets since 2011 and have managed portfolios of performing and non-performing loans exceeding $1 billion. With over 25 years of direct investing and operational experience, Fernau LeBlanc Investment Partners leverages relationships with a wide array of partners and industry-specific professionals to pursue successful projects. Their integrated investment and operating platform allows them to develop and implement strategic asset management programs and manage the day-to-day operations of various commercial properties. This comprehensive approach enables them to add value to their investments and deliver favorable returns to their partners and investors.

Investment Focus

• Active involvement in management
• Focus on value-add opportunities
• Interest in distressed assets
• Preference for properties with growth potential
• Willingness to engage in restructuring and turnaround strategies

Portfolio Companies