Karas Partners Inc. is a privately held investment and asset management firm, investing in real estate and operating companies. We originate and structure investment opportunities directly and manage them on behalf of the families and institutionals we partner with.
Our extensive network of investment partners, family offices, RIAs, fund managers, and sponsors provides access to value-add propositions, enabling us to maintain a consistent pipeline of attractive alternative investments and liquidity events.
Where we focus
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Commercial acquisitions including airport parking, long-term leasehold positions, and ground lease structures.
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Aircraft and aviation-related assets including private airport FBO's held and managed for long-duration capital.
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Structured participations in technology companies and product platforms.
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Complex, off-market opportunities requiring bespoke structuring.
Our strategies are a testament to the varied backgrounds of our people. We believe our range of perspectives and adaptable mandate allow us to be differentiated partners, genuinely invested in the founders and businesses we partner with.
Track record
Karas Partners holds a 50% interest in CipherIP, a licensee of CLEAR™, an advanced quantum proof cryptographic technology designed to protect sensitive data wherever it is stored, transmitted or deployed, bringing advanced data-protection technology to Family Offices, Registered Investment Advisors, Financial Institutions, Hospitals and government markets.
Acquired a 50% interest in a Southern California family office of multiple families established in 2008, providing sophisticated and simplified control of the family treasury for the self made, delivering disciplined family office organization and management, currently serving 23 families and 52 households. Divested April 2023.
One of America's most recognized luxury private jet charter companies, providing global service to business leaders and the most elite Hollywood celebrities. Provided investment in 2015.
Lead investor on this game controller that turns your iPhone, iPad or Android mobile device you already own into the most powerful gaming handheld in the world. The Gamevice controller is the evolution of gaming for both iOS and Android mobile devices that will deliver you the console gaming experience. Invested 2012.
Joint venture investment with Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac for Fleetwoods On Front St., Lahaina, Maui, Hawaiian Islands.
Divested ownership interest in the operator of 200 health clubs in Canada with over 1.5 million members and 14,000 employees. One in every thirty five Canadians is a member. GoodLife is the fourth-largest fitness chain in the world.
223 Sutter St, Union Square San Francisco. 5 floor parking garage with over 500+ parking stalls. Acquisition and disposition of long-term leasehold interest.
Parking operator in downtown central business district, San Francisco. Divested 100% ownership interest to Central Parking (NYSE).
Parking operator in Toronto, Canada. Divested 100% ownership interest to Casino Games International Inc.
Joint venture land lease.
San Francisco, California
Conveniently located in downtown San Francisco on the corner of Grant and Sutter, this is a major San Francisco landmark. The White House Garage serves all downtown hotels, Union Square, the Financial District, Chinatown and shopping.
Toronto, Canada
Completed in 1928 by architect Stephen B. Coon, this premier business address has 13 stories and a typical floor plate of approximately 4,100 square feet. 350 Bay is located in Toronto's financial core on the south-west corner of Bay & Temperance, across from Bay-Adelaide Centre. The property is steps from the PATH, public transportation, and numerous Bay Street amenities.
Toronto, Canada
105 Adelaide Street West, also known as Lombard Place, is a 12-storey office property located in Toronto's financial core. Conveniently situated between Brookfield's Exchange Tower and First Canadian Place, this Class “A” office building was completely renovated in 1990. Amenities include an underground parking facility for 81 vehicles and proximity to major hotels, restaurants and shops including the 3.5-million-square-foot Toronto Eaton Centre as well as The Bay department store.
Toronto, Canada
Experience the vibrant energy of downtown Toronto at 2 Queen West. This prestigious 5-storey office and retail building is connected to the Toronto Eaton Centre and world-class PATH system, perfectly juxtaposes modern and classic architecture as it borders the historic Old City Hall. Proximity to top theaters, sports venues, and entertainment complexes makes work-life balance an easy reality while delivering the buzz and heartbeat of the city.
London, Ontario, Canada
Recently extensively renovated and refurbished, The Selby sits at the corner of Richmond and Piccadilly on prestigious Richmond Row. The heritage office building features a large inner atrium, abundant natural light, and ground-floor retail.
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5151 California Ave, STE 100
Irvine, California 92617
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