Velo Capital

🚀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗲𝘇𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗘𝗨𝗥 𝟱𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗱 Securing financing for real estate projects is more complex than ever – but solutions exist. We have successfully deployed 𝗘𝗨𝗥 𝟱𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝘇𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 across two transactions in Sweden, supporting both residential and commercial office assets. Mezzanine financing remains an underutilized yet highly effective tool for sponsors seeking to optimize capital structures, enhance financial flexibility, and unlock liquidity. These transactions highlight the growing demand for alternative financing solutions and reinforce the viability of mezzanine financing. When structured properly, mezzanine loans can be a powerful enabler – supporting acquisitions, capex initiatives, and restructurings while working alongside traditional lenders. At Velo Capital, we partner with sponsors to provide tailored, institutional-grade financing solutions that not only unlock capital but also create a solid foundation for long-term value and growth. Read the full news here: https://lnkd.in/di8DQ4Sg

Excited to announce that Velo Capital has appointed Nico Schreyer as Head of German Credit Investments. With over 20 years of experience in real estate debt investments, banking, and corporate finance, Nico brings a wealth of knowledge to the role.   In his new position, Nico will lead deal origination, investment strategy, and borrower relationship management in Germany.   Nico will participate in MIPIM with our managing partner Emanuele Bena.   We are thrilled to have Nico on board and look forward to his valuable contributions! Read the whole story from our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/dZj9hC3P

Excited to announce that Velo Capital has appointed Nico Schreyer as Head of German Credit Investments. With over 20 years of experience in real estate debt investments, banking, and corporate finance, Nico brings a wealth of knowledge to the role.   In his new position, Nico will lead deal origination, investment strategy, and borrower relationship management in Germany.   Nico will participate in MIPIM with our managing partner Emanuele Bena.   We are thrilled to have Nico on board and look forward to his valuable contributions! Read the whole story from our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/dZj9hC3P

Lesley Lanefelt, Head of Nordic Investments at Velo Capital gave her insight about European Debt Outlook 2025 for Green Street News.   The European debt markest stand at a pivotal juncture, where the lingering effects of inflation, high intrest rates and evolving regulation shape the credit market in upcoming years. Alternative financing will become increasingly important in the real estate industry in 2025, as sponsors look to diversify their sources of funding. This will lead to more collaboration between different players in financing.   Read what Lesley and other debt experts commented from Green Street New website➡ https://lnkd.in/gus4Ku3D

What does it take to build a successful career in investment management? And how do we inspire the next generation to pursue their passion in this field? Last week, Lesley Lanefelt, our Head of Nordic Investments, was invited by GAIN UK to speak at the 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 event, organized by Stockholms universitet's student association Föreningen Ekonomerna 👩🎓 Lesley shared insights from her career and provided a closer look at what working in investment management entails, highlighting the diverse career paths available in the industry. She also dispelled common myths about the profession. Her practical advice resonated strongly, sparking meaningful discussions about the future of careers in finance. At Velo Capital, we’re happy to support initiatives like these that raise awareness, nurture talent, and foster a more inclusive financial industry. A big thank you to Föreningen Ekonomerna, Stockholm University, GAIN, and the engaged audience for making this such an inspiring event 💫

We are delighted to announce that two leaders from Velo Capital Lesley Lanefelt and Sanna Gurevich-Weiß (Weiss), have been appointed as Partners at Urban Partners, the investment firm Velo Capital is part of. These promotions are a testament to their outstanding contributions to their respective fields in Velo Capital and Urban Partners' commitment to fostering leadership within our organization. Lesley Lanefelt, Head of Nordic Investments for Velo Capital, is a highly experienced real estate financier who spearheaded Velo Capital's successful launch in the Nordic markets. With 20 years of experience in real estate debt and equity investments, Lesley has been involved in financing €2.4 billion worth of European real estate projects across all sectors. Sanna Gurevich-Weiß, COO and Fund Manager at Velo Capital, brings 17 years of experience in real estate and leveraged finance. After a successful stint as Head of Financing at Nrep, Urban Partners' real estate investment strategy Nrep, Sanna joined Velo Capital in 2022. Her expertise in complex deal execution is exemplified by overseeing transactions totaling approximately €1.2 billion.   We congratulate Sanna Gurevich-Weiß and Lesley Lanefelt on their well-deserved promotions, in addition to the promotions of Sanna and Lesley, Urban Partners promoted Carl-Adam von Schéele, Head of Sweden at Nrep, the real estate arm of Urban Partners.   Read the full story from Velo's website ➡ https://lnkd.in/dp2DYsgn

Our talented team is getting ready for EXPO REAL (Messe München) 2024 and looking forward to meeting you! The Velo’s on the ground this year are Sanna Weiss, Emanuele Bena, Harald Rogner, CFA, Christian Kummer, and Christian Wolf. Velo Capital, the credit arm of Urban Partners, invests to accelerate the green transition. We advise on whole loan and mezzanine solutions across a range of asset classes in the Nordics and Germany. Interested to learn what role value-add debt capital will have in coming years? Or delve into perspectives on the market currently on everyone’s mind, Germany? We got you covered: 📌Managing Partners, Emanuele Bena, on a roundtable with Real Estate Capital Europe, talked about Germany’s future with a group of real estate specialists. 📌 Head of Nordic Investments, Lesley Lanefelt challenges the perception that 'value-add' debt funds are an expensive source of capital. Links to the stories can be found in the comments below 👇 #EXPOReal2024 #velocapital #UrbanPartners

Calling all aspiring investment and private equity professionals! Are you eager to learn what the everyday life of an investment intern looks like?     Our previous intern Oskari Vappula shares his journey as an Investment intern at Velo Capital, offering an overview of his internship experience during which he learned a thing or two about private credit markets, real estate, and strategic decision-making in a growing company.     His main tasks included analyzing inbound credit investment opportunities, modeling cash flows, assessing downside risks, and presenting findings to the Investment Committee. His varying tasks included assisting the Investor Relations team and contributing to internal development projects. He enjoyed the international experience, as he got to collaborate with colleagues based in Sweden, Germany, and the UK, and also the many joint events and activities with colleagues across Velo, Nrep and rest of Urban Partners.     Are you ready to dive into the world of private investment? Click on the link below to read Oskari's blog post. Apply for our 2025 internships on our career site. 

The financing market has changed significantly over the past two years in the Nordics. Which changes are here to stay and what is the role of alternative lenders in complementing existing funding sources in the Nordic market?’   These were some of the questions discussed when Lesley Lanefelt, our Head of Nordic Investments at Velo Capital, participated in an insightful panel discussion titled ‘What is on the mind of investors?’ at the Arctic Securities Real Estate Investor Day in Stockholm alongside industry leaders such as Anne-Jan Jager, Oscar Thoeger Maltesen, and moderator Michael Johansson.   During the panel discussion, Lesley emphasized the importance of understanding the perspectives of both equity and debt investors in today's market. With positive interest rates and increased regulation, it is important to rethink the real estate capital structure.   At Velo Capital, we firmly believe that alternative lenders play a central role in complementing existing funding sources, ensuring a liquid Nordic funding market, and driving the green transition.   A heartfelt thank you to the Arctic team for a great day. We are happy to contribute to conversations shaping the future of real estate investment.

Real Estate Capital Europe hosted a roundtable discussion at Velo Capital's Frankfurt office. Our Managing Partner Emanuele Bena joined the discussion with a group of real estate specialists. Thank you Patrick Züchner, Ana Luz Silva Robles, CFA and Ulrich Steinmetz for a great conversation and insights. Across European real estate markets, borrowers are facing an urgent need for financing after a period of muted lending activity. However, it is in Germany, the region's largest market, where the refinancing challenge is believed to be particularly acute.   "In Germany, I continue to see a market where there are more opportunities than capital waiting to be deployed." Bena points out.   Find out how alternative financing is playing a crucial role in stabilizing the real estate industry from the piece below.