Board of Advisors

Roger Puerto

Principal at GA Group | Real Estate Investment Strategist

Roger A. Puerto is a seasoned real estate and investment professional with over a decade of experience in asset management, investment analysis, and real estate advisory. Based in
Coral Gables, Florida, Roger has led high-value transactions and strategic initiatives for prominent firms across the real estate and investment sectors.

As Principal at GA Group, Roger focuses on driving investment strategies, portfolio optimization, and asset redevelopment, delivering measurable value to clients and stakeholders.

Roger previously served as Senior Vice President at B. Riley Financial, where he specialized in real estate advisory and property sales. His leadership in asset disposition and optimization strategies contributed to significant portfolio growth.

At Transformco (successor to Sears Holdings Corporation), Roger played a critical role in real estate strategy and asset management, overseeing the sale of over 120 Sears properties, valued at more than $1 billion. His expertise in repositioning underperforming assets and identifying redevelopment opportunities was pivotal during the company’s transitional period.

Prior to his roles in real estate, Roger served as an Investment Research Analyst at Fairholme Capital Management LLC, a prominent SEC-registered investment advisor. His in-depth analysis of public and private investments laid the foundation for his strategic approach to real estate.

Roger’s leadership and proven ability to unlock hidden value in complex real estate assets have solidified his reputation as a trusted expert in the industry.