OUR TEAM
Chris Baumann
Partner - Sales Manager | Loans and Investments
Coming to Socotra Capital in 2012 after an extensive career in sales with Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen, Chris rose to become the Business Development Team Leader at Socotra Capital, as the top Loan Originator in San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. An active member of his community, Chris guides others in professional development and is a member of numerous professional associations throughout California
Bureau of Real Estate #01907957
Direct: 916-277-9304
Cell: 916-308-8896
chris@socotracapital.com
Kerati Apilakvanichakit
Partner - Sr. Vice President | Loans and Investments
Kerati Apilakvanichakit joined Socotra Capital in 2014 while graduating from the University of California, Davis with degrees in political science and economics. Growing up in San Francisco and attending college in Davis, Kerati is a top performer, providing solutions for Turbo Closes on residential and commercial properties. Mr. Apilakvanichakit prides himself in resolving funky transactions such as non-profit church deals, lending on adult entertainment facilities and helping borrowers on other special purpose properties like cannabis buildings. During his downtime, Kerati enjoys meditating, playing soccer, and cooking.
Bureau of Real Estate #01962226
Direct: 415-906-3306
Cell: 415-728-2554
kerati@socotracapital.com
Matthew Yu
Partner - Sr. Vice President | Loans and Investments
Graduating from the University of California, Davis with two degrees in economics and biochemistry, Matthew Yu is an excellent problem solver, cleverly crafting fixes for unique scenarios. A loan originator since 2013, Matt concentrates on the California Bay Area and Seattle, Washington markets. Matt grew up in San Francisco, enjoys fishing as often as possible and playing his drum set, and is happily married to his high school sweetheart.
Bureau of Real Estate #01907957
Direct: 415-513-5390
Cell: 415-264-9720
matthew@socotracapital.com
Sean McDonald
Vice President | Loans and Investments
Sean McDonald has been originating loans with Socotra Capital since 2013, with a primary focus in leading business development in the Las Vegas, Nevada and Phoenix, Arizona markets. Prior to joining our team, was an appraiser for several years, specializing in the hospitality and gaming industries. He received his education from the University of California at Davis, and California State University at Chico. When he is not working, Sean is a full-time husband to his wife Ewa, and father to his 2-year-old baby boy named Jakob.
Bureau of Real Estate #01886733
NMLS #1119675
Direct: 775-420-4990
Cell: 510-676-7226
smcdonald@socotracapital.com
Connor Briare
Loan Originator | Loans and Investments
Connor Briare joined Socotra Capital in 2020 while graduating from California State University of Sacramento in economics. Mr. Briare understands what a good hard money deal is, getting borrowers out of a bind and structuring successful loans that attributes to Socotra's 95%+ performing assets under our books. With his love for outdoor activities in fishing, skiing, and golfing, Connor spearheads the greater Colorado market.
CFL License #60DBO-52860
Direct: 303-482-2860
Cell: 916-768-0749
connor@socotracapital.com
Ana Munoz
Relationship Manager | Loans and Investments
Ana Muñoz received a promotion in November 2022 to Socotra’s Relationship Manager position. Ms. Muñoz excels in finding solutions with seamless execution, if you want something done you should probably run it by Ana. Ana Muñoz is proud to be on Team Socotra after serving over 4 years running operations manager for a local Sacramento business that grosses over $5MM annually. Ana was born and raised in Sacramento, CA and her family roots from Jalisco, Mexico. Ms. Muñoz is also fluent in Spanish, enjoys walks in nature, meditating, horseback riding and spending quality time with family.
CFL License #60DBO-52860
Direct: 415-233-9924
Cell: 916-873-0723
ana@socotracapital.com
Xavier A. Pineda
Sales Development Representative | Loans and Investments
Xavier Pineda has been in the customer service and sales industry for over a decade. Mr. Pineda transitioned from traditional mortgage services into the private financing sector in May 2022. Xavier is passionate and determined to get deals across the finish line. When not working on hard money loans Xavier loves to travel, hike, camp, and is quite the experienced car mechanic.
CFL License #60DBO-52860
Direct: 415-230-7668
Cell: 916-603-9815
xavier@socotracapital.com
Tony Tam-Huang
Sales Development Representative | Loans and Investments
“Turbo” Tony joined Socotra Capital in 2021. Known for his quickness and attention to detail, Turbo Tony is a reliable source for clients who need a Turbo Close. In his downtime, Tony enjoys fishing and hiking on the weekends and is an active volunteer for his local community and church. Mr. Huang is finishing an Environmental Studies major at the California State University of Sacramento.
CFL License #60DBO-52860
Direct: 415-230-7664
Cell: 916-216-9306
thuang@socotracapital.com
Diego Alaniz
Sales Development Representative | Loans and Investments
Whilst attending Sacramento Community College for a degree in Real Estate, Diego Alaniz is ambitious and is always willing to do his best to complete all inquiries and tasks. Diego is a graduate of Barrio Logan College Institute, assistant to the first and former assemblywoman in San Diego, and 6 years as a General Manager at his family restaurant. Diego grew up in sunny San Diego, loves spending time with family, and enjoys night walks.
CFL License #60DBO-52860
Direct: 415-202-6084
Cell: 619-621-7590
diego@socotracapital.com
Calvin Koh
Sales Development Representative | Loans and Investments
After graduating from University of California, Davis with a degree in managerial economics and a minor in accounting, Calvin Koh joined the Socotra family on August 16th, 2022, as the direct private money lender. Focusing his drive to satisfy borrower’s needs, Calvin’s excellence in his thoroughness and professional mindset brings forth the best customer service experience that can be offered to the table. On his days off, Calvin enjoys playing tennis, strumming his guitar, and going out on a midnight stroll with his high school girlfriend.
CFL License #60DBO-52860
Direct: 415-233-9926
Cell: 916-709-2998
calvin@socotracapital.com
