A 10-year veteran in commercial real estate, Joe Bolognese founded Saxum West with a clear vision to combine streamlined, innovative solutions with efficient, exemplary service, in an industry where those things are not commonly found. As Managing Director, a primary objective of his is to ensure that the company and its employees embody and adhere to its core values as it conducts its business operations. He is responsible for overseeing Saxum West’s property brokerage division, as well as the commercial debt & structured finance platform.
Prior to founding Saxum West, he worked in both Brokerage Services and Capital Markets at a Fortune 200 global commercial real estate firm, where he sourced middle market debt for a variety of deal types, and exclusively represented numerous high-profile clients in both the acquisition & disposition of industrial, multifamily, retail, office and land properties.
Mr. Bolognese has built a strong network of relationships with his clients by prioritizing transparency and a strong sense of ethics in his business. His network is a testament to his values and character, which he has incorporated into the operational code of the company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from University of Southern California, and a broker’s license from the California Department of Real Estate.
As Managing Director of Saxum West, Mr. Baum is dedicated to corporate growth within local and global markets with respect to sourcing capital and understanding market trends within the private capital markets. He oversees Saxum West’s financing arm and is responsible for managing investor relations.
A 37-year veteran of the real estate lending industry, Mr. Baum has experience in every facet of private lending as well as intuitive navigation through most market trends. As a private capital specialist, Mr. Baum has been involved in establishing and leading several successful subprime and private lending institutions. Mr. Baum’s hands-on approach with collateral analysis, pricing and underwriting are what give him a leading edge in his field.
Mr. Baum currently manages private mortgage funds recognized for providing investors with solid predictable returns on prime real estate in Southern and Northern California. Previously, as Managing Director for Fortis Capital Group, Mr. Baum contributed his talents in sourcing capital for an unprecedented amount of transactions, and created strategic alliances for the firm. Mr. Baum holds degrees in Business Communication and Psychology from Bridgewater State University as well as a license from the California Department of Real Estate.
Nina always goes the extra mile. Bringing an entertainment professional’s perspective to the world of commercial real estate, she knows how to work with fast paced, creative, demanding, deadline-sensitive and decisive people. Her qualities of perseverance, follow through, and tenacious negotiation allow her to be a strong advocate for her clients, including MGM Entertainment, and 20th Century Fox Television.
A 10+ year real estate veteran, Nina specializes in sales and leasing of office, retail and industrial properties. With her large network on LinkedIn, she is a frequent resource for residential agents with clients who have commercial real estate needs, and she is always happy to pay referral fees.
Nina is also a co-working and executive office space expert. Her extensive knowledge of the office landscape in Los Angeles provides businesses flexibility, along with solutions that save time and expense.
She produced “Venture Net,” a popular venture capital conference for startup tech companies. This annual conference is so successful that Shark Tank’s very own Mark Cuban was a keynote speaker.
Nina has a master’s degree from Hunter College in New York City. In her free time, she loves working out, film screenings and discovering all that Los Angeles has to offer.
She also volunteers for the yearly Broker Challenge with Los Angeles Commercial Real Estate Association (LACRA), which raises funds for Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services. She is involved in Toastmasters, which has allowed her to hone her public speaking and leadership skills.
Mariam brings a rich heritage in commercial real estate combined with a fresh, innovative approach to the industry. As a recent graduate from UCLA with a concentration in Real Estate, Mariam has developed a robust foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of real estate, with a particular focus on finance, law, and client relations.
Growing up in a commercial real estate family, Mariam was exposed to the intricacies of the industry from a young age. This background, coupled with hands-on experience as an accountant and real estate assistant in Sweden, has provided her with a unique blend of analytical skills and practical know-how. Fluent in multiple languages, including English, Swedish, and Georgian, Mariam is well-equipped to serve a diverse clientele.
At Saxum West, Mariam is eager to apply her skills in commercial real estate to drive growth and success for the company. Her passion for the industry, combined with a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence, makes her a valuable asset to our team.
Nina and her team were extremely helpful, prompt, and took wonderful care of my clients searching for a warehouse space in LA. My client was looking for spaces in multiple cities and Nina was able to take the stress of an LA space off her plate! Her follow up and attention detail went above and beyond expectations. If you're looking for help in the commercial market, Nina and Joseph top the list!
- Kaylee Romantic, Compass
It was a pleasure working with Nina and Joe. Thank you for being so attentive and for helping us find our property. I appreciate the time you took to understand our needs and that it only required us to do one full day of viewing properties so that I didn’t have to travel into CA multiple times. Thank you again!”
- Gabby Butcher, Perfect Day Inc.