Starwood Capital Appoints Qahir Madhany to Lead Americas Acquisitions

Madhany joined the Miami-based private investment firm in January 2025 as a Managing Director. His tenure has been marked by his work on strategic initiatives, most notably the acquisition of the net lease platform Fundamental Income Properties from Starwood Property Trust. In his new capacity, he will supervise the firm’s equity investments across the region, focusing on sourcing and executing complex transactions.

Before joining Starwood, Madhany spent time at Blackstone, where he helped oversee more than $60 billion in investment activity across the United States and Canada. He also previously held a position at Westbrook Partners. Barry Sternlicht, Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital, cited Madhany’s proven track record and collaborative approach as key drivers for the promotion. The firm currently manages approximately $130 billion in assets, and leadership expects a shift in the market cycle, fueled by limited new supply and the integration of AI innovation across business sectors.