Mark Scarola
Focus: Real Estate with a Social Impact / Workforce Housing
While I started my career in social services, I've now been in the real estate industry for approximately ten years in some capacity.
In May 2023, I will graduate from the University of San Diego with a Master's degree in Real Estate. With the degree, I hope to secure full-time employment in the field of commercial real estate.
While I'm open to a variety of positions, my primary interests are real estate funds, syndications, development, investor relations and marketing, capital markets, and asset management. I'm also specifically interested in workforce housing and other areas having a social impact.
I've lived in seven states and three time zones. Can you guess how many states I've traveled to? Click here for the answer.
Professional Accomplishments
Presented real estate development plans to City Council members and the public.
Established a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a focus on emotional well-being and community service.
Raised $1.2 million from private investors through two private placement funds (Reg D and Reg A+ syndications).
Organized a cultural sensitivity training emphasizing institutional racism, white privilege, and prejudice.
Designed a community resource workshop for the Latino population of Greater Boston.
Negotiated conflict between an executive and project architect who refused to work together.
Created a new real estate investment networking and education group.
Presented investment opportunities at nationwide real estate conferences.
Education
Master's of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) - Current Student
University of San Diego
Master's in Social Work (MSW) from Smith College
BA in Psychology from Syracuse University
Educational Highlights
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Current 4.0 GPA at Univ of San Diego
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Graduated Syracuse with a 3.9 GPA
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Selected as Senior Class Marshall (similar to valedictorian)
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Completed two theses
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Member of the Honor's Program
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Elected to Dean's List four years straight
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Elected Outstanding Psychology Student of the YearGave a commencement speech to approximately 5000 people