California, September 6, 2025
News Summary
Eastdil Secured has appointed Kevin Sheehan and Sean Gulian as co-leaders of its National Housing Group in Southern California. Sheehan joins immediately, and Gulian will take his role on September 15. The duo boasts over 25 years of combined experience in institutional real estate investments and will focus their efforts on southern California, including key areas such as Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This strategic move aims to bolster the firm’s housing investment capabilities amidst growing demand in the region.
California—Eastdil Secured, a prominent real estate investment bank based in New York, is set to boost its housing investment capabilities in the Southern California region with the appointment of two key leaders in its National Housing Group. Kevin Sheehan and Sean Gulian will co-lead these efforts as they focus on housing-related investments across a wide swath of the region.
Kevin Sheehan will join Eastdil Secured immediately, while Sean Gulian is scheduled to commence his role on September 15 after completing his responsibilities at Nuveen Real Estate. Together, they bring over 25 years of combined experience in advising on institutional real estate investment sales and capital markets transactions.
Sheehan and Gulian will focus their efforts on the greater Southern California region, which encompasses Los Angeles County, Orange County, the Inland Empire, San Diego County, and Ventura County. Their expertise will also extend to neighboring regions like Phoenix, Arizona, and Las Vegas, Nevada. Their appointments signify a strategic move to strengthen the firm’s position in housing investments, as they will be instrumental members of Eastdil Secured’s National Housing Group and will collaborate with senior leadership to expand the firm’s National Affordable Housing Businesses.
For his part, Sheehan is expected to operate from Eastdil Secured’s Santa Monica office, while Gulian will be based in the Newport Beach office. D. Michael Van Konynenburg, the President of Eastdil Secured, expressed optimism about the new appointments, highlighting their potential to enhance the firm’s housing investments.
Prior to joining Eastdil Secured, Sheehan held a Managing Director position at JLL, where he focused on multifamily investment sales in Southern California. Throughout his extensive career, he has overseen over $4 billion in transaction volume, showcasing his solid track record in the real estate sector.
Gulian, who returns to Eastdil Secured after spending four years with the firm earlier in his career, previously led Nuveen’s U.S. West Housing Acquisitions & Dispositions platform. He has contributed to more than $25 billion in multifamily and mixed-use investments. Additionally, Gulian’s diverse experience includes tenures at Waterford Property Company and HFF, as well as commercial real estate consulting at Deloitte, making him a well-rounded asset to Eastdil’s mission.
Eastdil Secured is known for delivering high-quality real estate advice and services and has a well-regarded presence in capital markets globally. The firm’s ongoing efforts to expand its housing investment team indicate a commitment to addressing growing demand conditions in Southern California’s competitive market, which has faced challenges and opportunities due to various economic factors in recent years.
Key Appointments
- Kevin Sheehan: Joined immediately, previously a Managing Director at JLL.
- Sean Gulian: Starting September 15, formerly led Nuveen’s U.S. West Housing Acquisitions & Dispositions.
Focus Areas
- Greater Southern California
- Los Angeles County
- Orange County
- Inland Empire
- San Diego County
- Ventura County
- Also covering Phoenix, Arizona, and Las Vegas, Nevada.
Background Information on Eastdil Secured
Eastdil Secured is acknowledged as a leading provider of real estate advice and services with a vast array of capital market expertise. The firm has established a lasting reputation for its ability to deliver exceptional guidance to clients, which distinguished its efforts in the real estate sector.
FAQ
Who are the new appointees at Eastdil Secured?
The new appointees are Kevin Sheehan and Sean Gulian, who will co-lead the firm’s National Housing Group for the Southern California region.
What will be their focus in their new roles?
They will focus on housing-related investments in the greater Southern California area, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, and beyond.
What is the experience of Kevin Sheehan?
Kevin Sheehan has previously held a Managing Director position at JLL and has managed over $4 billion in transaction volume during his career.
What did Sean Gulian do prior to this role?
Sean Gulian led the U.S. West Housing Acquisitions & Dispositions platform at Nuveen Real Estate and has contributed to over $25 billion in multifamily and mixed-use investments.
What is Eastdil Secured known for?
Eastdil Secured is recognized for delivering best-in-class real estate advice and services, with a significant presence in capital markets globally.
Key Features Summary
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Appointees | Kevin Sheehan and Sean Gulian |
| Focus Areas | Greater Southern California, including LA, Orange, Inland Empire, San Diego, Ventura, Phoenix, and Las Vegas |
| Combined Experience | 25 years in institutional real estate investment sales |
| Sheehan’s Experience | Former Managing Director at JLL, $4 billion in transaction volume |
| Gulian’s Experience | Formerly led Nuveen’s West Housing platform, $25 billion in investments |
| Company Overview | Eastdil Secured is a leading real estate investment bank with a global presence |
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