CIM Group Reinforces Opportunity Zones Leadership with Bjorkman's Return
Event summary
- Garett Bjorkman rejoins CIM Group as Principal and Co-Head of Opportunity Zones, co-leading with Robert Dupree.
- Bjorkman previously helped launch CIM’s Opportunity Zones platform in 2019 and served as Managing Director from 2015 to 2024.
- CIM Group has deployed over $60 billion in essential real estate and infrastructure projects since 1994.
- Bjorkman brings 15 years of experience in investment strategy, asset management, and portfolio management.
The big picture
CIM Group’s reinforcement of its Opportunity Zones leadership underscores the firm’s commitment to community-focused real estate and infrastructure investments. With over $60 billion in projects deployed, the move signals a strategic emphasis on leveraging experienced leadership to drive economic growth in designated zones. The industry continues to watch how Opportunity Zones policies and market dynamics will shape future investments.
What we're watching
- Leadership Synergy
- How Bjorkman and Dupree’s partnership will drive CIM’s Opportunity Zones strategy forward.
- Market Expansion
- Whether CIM can sustain its growth in underserved communities through targeted investments.
- Regulatory Dynamics
- The pace at which Opportunity Zones policies may evolve under new leadership.