Navigating Cannabis Financing: A Conversation with Rob Sechrist of Pelorus Capital Group

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Navigating Cannabis Financing: A Conversation with Rob Sechrist of Pelorus Capital Group

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of cannabis financing and lending with our special guest, Rob Sechrist, the Co-Founding President of Pelorus Capital Group. Join us as we explore Rob's journey into the cannabis lending industry, how his company has evolved to become a leading player, and the unique insights they've gained through data-driven strategies. Discover the challenges and opportunities in this dynamic market, and gain valuable knowledge about cannabis investment, market evolution, and the potential impact of federal legalization. If you're interested in the intersection of finance and cannabis, this episode is a must-listen.

Rob is a co-founder and president of Pelorus Equity Group (“Pelorus”), the leading provider of value-add bridge commercial real estate loans to cannabis businesses and owners with cannabis-related real estate and Pelorus Fund, a private mortgage real estate investment trust (“mREIT”).

Rob brings nearly 23 years of experience in the real estate finance industry. Since the formation of Pelorus in 2010, he has raised more than $250MM in secured real estate transactions. Rob’s primary role at Pelorus as a manager of the Pelorus Fund, development of strategic alliances with both private and institutional investors, formation of equity partnerships, and coordinating the company’s growth into new markets. Today, Pelorus raises tens of million a month through the company’s investors and equity partnerships. Prior to joining the real estate industry, Rob was the founder and CEO of an international action sports manufacturing company. He has also managed medical product sales in Southern California as well as trained the sales reps nationally for an orthopedic manufacturer.

Rob earned a BA from San Diego State University. Licenses include California Real Estate Broker’s License, NMLS License and designated expert witness as an asset based lender. He is also the CEO of JRS Capital USA, Inc., a real estate consulting firm based out of Newport Beach, California.
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