Benjamin Spitzer
Managing Partner
Benjamin's professional journey is marked by a robust blend of technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit. His tenure at PwC is characterized by his specialization in portfolio valuation, management consulting, and financial reporting services catered to alternative investment management companies. With a keen focus on private equity and venture capital valuations, Benjamin has successfully advised on a wide spectrum of valuations across diverse industries such as real estate, technology, retail/consumer, biotech/pharmaceuticals, and more. His expertise in value allocation spans across intricate capital structures, encapsulating debt, preferred equity, common equity, and options, employing a comprehensive range of methodologies and models for both nascent and mature company valuations.
Benjamin holds an M.B.A. with a concentration in Strategy from Baruch College's Zicklin School of Business and graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in Finance from Touro University. Beyond academia and professional endeavors, Benjamin successfully launched a suit company, showcasing his versatility and market insight. Additionally, he was instrumental in building InsuranceGIG, a tech startup, from the ground up, which successfully exited through a merger in 2023.
Rudi Spitzer
Vice President of Real Estate
Rudi is responsible for strategic partnerships, real estate advisory and portfolio monitoring, and investor relations as Vice President of Real Estate at Ardon Capital. He brings a wealth of financial acumen and real estate expertise, drawing from his experience in real estate portfolio management, acquisitions, and syndication.
Previously, Rudi served as a Private Banker at Safra National Bank of New York, managing investment strategies for high net worth clients. His role as an Analyst at ADS Ventures involved sourcing properties and managing investor relations for high-end real estate projects. Internships at Zipmar Realty and Harbor Group International provided valuable experience in commercial property underwriting and real estate transactions, including the management of over 2,000 multifamily units across the United States.
Rudi holds a B.S. in Liberal Arts from Excelsior College and completed a study abroad program through Touro College. Well-versed in financial principles and adept at problem solving, he is also a dedicated volunteer, serving as a Staff Counselor and mentor at Chai Lifeline, an organization supporting children with chronic illnesses.
Jonathan Lesman
Associate
Jonathan's academic and professional trajectory is distinguished by a profound foundation in finance and a global perspective. Graduating with Honours from the London School of Economics, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Finance, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent entry into the financial sector. Throughout his studies, Jonathan gained hands-on experience through internships at prestigious institutions including UBS - Credit Suisse, and Raymond James Financial, in both international and New York settings.
Fluent in over six languages, Jonathan's linguistic skills enhance his ability to navigate and connect diverse markets, making him a valuable asset to teams that operate with a global clientele. His international experience and ability to communicate across cultures enable him to bring valuable insights and a unique perspective to the firm.
Jonathan brings to the team not only his expertise in finance but also his international reach and experience, ensuring a versatile and comprehensive approach to the global financial landscape.