Erica Goldman, Principal, Blackstone
CREFC Women’s Network Member | New York, NY
Connect With Me: erica.goldman@blackstone.com | Linkedin
I am a principal at Blackstone on the Real Estate Debt Strategies team (“BREDS”) where I focus on investing across all of our debt investment vehicles from core to opportunistic strategies and across capital structures (mortgage, mezz, preferred equity). My role involves originating, structuring, and underwriting new investments, while maintaining a close pulse on market dynamics to assess relative value and identify compelling deployment opportunities. Lately I’ve spent most of my time on our housing investments which includes traditional multifamily, condos, student housing, etc. Prior to joining BREDS, I worked within Blackstone’s real estate equity business on the debt capital markets team where I worked closely with lenders to structure and execute financing solutions across all property types and on large strategic corporate transactions. I began my career at Goldman Sachs where I worked in the firm’s real estate financing business, focused on securitized and balance sheet originations.
The CREFC Women’s Network has been an invaluable resource throughout my career, particularly through its mentorship program. I was paired with a mentor early in my career, and we have remained in close contact ever since. Our conversations have ranged from practical topics such as navigating term sheet negotiations to broader discussions about building a long-term career and navigating the industry as a woman. The Women’s Network provides a meaningful forum for professionals in real estate finance to connect, share perspectives, and support one another’s growth in what can often be a highly competitive field.
Fun Facts About Me:
• My pet: A 10-year-old English bulldog named Rooney
• Favorite vacation destination: My husband and I went to Rwanda last year for our honeymoon and it was amazing. Food/culture were fantastic and I was pushed into a bush by a gorilla.
• Favorite meal I've cooked: Turkey tacos!! The ultimate weeknight comfort meal – healthy, takes minimal time to cook & easy clean up