Our unique blend of proprietary technology and strategic broker partnerships enables us to source off-market deals, avoiding auctions or highly competitive assets.
Meet The Team
About us
At Clear Pine Capital, our story is one of resilience, strategic vision, and a passion for redefining success in multifamily real estate. Founded on principles that prioritize operational control, exceptional management, and a dedication to excellence, we have emerged as a prominent player in the dynamic landscape of real estate investments.
At the core of Clear Pine Capital are values that shape every facet of our operations. We are vertically integrated, embracing a management approach underpinned by statistics and stringent quality control. Tenant retention and quality management are not merely strategies; they are the cornerstones of our success.
Adrian Otto
Key Principle and CEO
After relocating to the United States, Adrian has spearheaded projects involving the acquisition, repositioning, and development of multifamily properties with a total volume exceeding $120 million. He has successfully executed five full-cycle deals, yielding an impressive average annual IRR of over 40%. Successfully received over $200M in commitments for future acquisitions.
Furthermore, Adrian has achieved remarkable success in establishing a thriving property management company specializing in the revitalization of underperforming assets. Adrian is a certified Apartment Manager as designated by the National Apartment Association.
Stephen Hall
Managing Director and Head of the Institutional Coverage Group (“ICG”)
Stephen is responsible for the creation and execution of Multifamily programs for capital markets and credit underwriting. Prior to working with Clear Pine Capital, Stephen has developed an in-depth understanding of capital markets, unique and creative transaction structures, and 1031 exchanges. Stephen has advised over $1 Billion in transactional volume.
Prior to working with Clear Pine Capital, Stephen has bought and sold over 70 projects. Stephen is a tax advisor where he built a real estate tax advisory practice. He graduated from the University of Southern California. Stephen lives in the Tampa area with his wife and his son and daughter.
Grant McDaniel
Head of Investor Relations
Grant has a research background as a Research Analyst with Waterside Capital Partners. His role was to verify the portfolio company’s publicly traded statements. His expertise expands to the financial markets inside the boardroom and outside the boardroom.
Prior to working with Clear Pine Capital, Grant was a government relations specialist, collaborating with multinational institutions including the White House, State Department, Congress, and over +100 governments worldwide to address matters concerning religious freedom. He played an instrumental role in facilitating the allocation of $50 million in religious freedom funding within the United States, and helped pass a legislative bill aimed at the comprehensive legalization of religion in Guatemala.
Why Clear Pine
The Right Opportunities
Design-Focused Approach
Emphasizing details, we prioritize functionality and tenant experience through a design-centric approach, achieving exceptional risk-adjusted returns and fostering long-term satisfaction.
Contrarian Thinking
We look for opportunities where others don’t, as going with the crowd generally does not yield superior results.
Operational Excellence
Strategy is nothing without tactical, on-the-ground execution. Our skill set, experience, and relationships with key vendors and suppliers drive our leasing, CapEx, and property management success.
Nimble And Hands-On Responsiveness
With a niche focus and practical experience, our team adapts quickly to shifting market conditions, ultimately bringing our investors superior, risk-adjusted returns.
Institutional Grade Team
Clear Pine provides institutional quality underwriting and asset management to help power asset level success.