Dante Shackelford
Dante Shackelford is a distinguished private lender with over two decades of expertise in providing comprehensive financial services to high-net worth individuals, companies, and real estate investors of varying sizes. Since launching his career in 2003, Mr. Shackelford has orchestrated over 1200 real estate transactions, surpassing a total volume of nearly $400 million. As the Founder and Managing Principal at Financing Growth, Dante currently spearheads strategic financial initiatives tailored to the real estate sector.
Prior to his current role, Dante served as the Managing Partner of A-Level Group, a strategic consulting firm specializing in catering to the unique needs of growth stage companies. His tenure at A-Level Group honed his skills in financial analysis, strategic planning, and business development, laying the foundation for his subsequent success in driving growth initiates for real estate investors.
Dante’s distinguished career trajectory also includes roles as an M&A Advisor at Corporate Equity, Inc., where he assisted with valuation modeling, market research and proactive buyer outreach, and as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Bank of America, where he provided tailored financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals. Prior to breaking into investment banking and wealth management, he spent 7 years as a mortgage broker.
Dante pursued his education at The Donald W. Maine College of Business, Davenport University in Grand Rapids, MI, where he majored in Finance. His unwavering commitment to excellence is evident in his professional endeavors, characterized by integrity, diligence, and a relentless pursuit of client satisfaction.
KEY EXPERISE
Credit & Risk Analysis
Financial Modeling
Market Research
Reg D Private Placements
SYNDICATION FINANCE
investment property underwriting
investment strategy formation
COMMERCIAL LENDING (CRE and C&I Loans)
debt Capital Markets Advisory
ASSET MANAGEMENT
Phone
(616) 292-5588
dante@financinggrowth.org