SURMOUNT Expands West Coast Push with Capital Markets Hire
Event summary
- Scott Budzenski joins SURMOUNT as Managing Director, Capital Markets in Los Angeles.
- Budzenski brings over a decade of commercial real estate finance experience from CBRE and Marcus & Millichap.
- SURMOUNT's Capital Markets team has grown to eight professionals since March 2025, closing $300M+ in debt financings.
- Hire supports SURMOUNT's expansion ahead of its official Los Angeles office opening.
The big picture
SURMOUNT's latest hire underscores the firm's aggressive push into California, a key market for net lease real estate. The move comes as demand for specialized financing solutions grows amid shifting capital markets dynamics. With over $300M in debt financings closed since its 2025 launch, SURMOUNT is positioning itself as a full-service alternative to larger competitors.
What we're watching
- West Coast Scale
- How SURMOUNT's Los Angeles expansion will impact its ability to compete with established West Coast players like CBRE and Marcus & Millichap.
- Capital Markets Growth
- Whether the addition of senior talent can accelerate SURMOUNT's $300M+ debt financing momentum in a tightening credit environment.
- Integration Strategy
- The pace at which SURMOUNT can fully integrate its Capital Markets team with its broader net lease platform to deliver differentiated client service.