OUR TEAM
Chris Baumann
Sr. Vice President | 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
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
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