Chief Strategy Officer

KBIS Capital

Dr. Eli Beracha is the Chief Strategy Officer of KBIS – a private equity firm that specializes in multifamily and opportunistic real estate investments. Dr. Beracha has over 20 years of practical real estate experience. Over the years, he served as a consultant for real estate funds that manage billions of dollars and advised on development projects, investment decisions, portfolio allocation, and wealth management.

Dr. Beracha is also a sought-after speaker, providing expert commentary and advice on real estate market trends and investment strategies. His insights are frequently featured in media outlets, industry conferences, and professional publications where he offers valuable perspectives on current issues and emerging trends in the real estate sector.

In the academic world, Dr. Eli Beracha is a prominent figure in the field of real estate research known for his contributions to real estate finance, investments, and market analysis. His work often combines rigorous economic analysis with practical insights from the field, making it valuable for academics and industry professionals.

Dr. Beracha is a Professor, Department Chair, and the Director of The Hollo School of Real Estate, at Florida International University. He earned his Ph.D. in Finance with a concentration in Real Estate Investment. He has published dozens of academic papers in leading journals and featured in the popular press including the WSJ, The Economist, CNBC, Bloomberg, The NY Times, and Forbes, among many others. In a recently published report by the Journal of Real Estate Literature, Dr. Beracha was ranked 3rd in the world for his real estate research productivity.