Jordan Kavana ’99

Bio

Jordan Kavana, entrepreneur and real estate visionary, is the Founder and Chairman of ARK Homes For Rent, commanding a portfolio worth nearly $2 billion in the U.S. Sunbelt. His journey in real estate began with the establishment of Transcendent Investment Management in 2008, where he aimed to revolutionize the industry with a data-driven approach, particularly in the single-family residential sector. This venture led to the creation of TIAS ResiPro™, enhancing the Build U.S. Back® suite of companies with comprehensive property management solutions. His innovative strategies in this field were recognized in a 2014 Harvard Business School case study, emphasizing his significant impact on the U.S. housing market.

Before his foray into real estate, Kavana made a name for himself internationally, including launching a high-tech toy company in Asia and co-founding JL Real Ventures, focusing on multi-family property investments in the Southeastern U.S. His academic pursuits include a B.A. in Hospitality Management and Finance from Florida International University, alongside graduate-level real estate finance studies at Harvard University. Moreover, Kavana has enriched his leadership and business management skills through the Owner/President Management program at Harvard Business School.

Kavana's commitment to excellence extends beyond his business ventures. He has served in notable advisory roles, including on the Florida State Pension Plan Board and with Aviator Capital Management, and is a founding member of AIPAC’s Miami club. Through these positions and his entrepreneurial achievements, Jordan Kavana exemplifies a blend of innovative thinking, strategic leadership, and a commitment to impacting the real estate sector and beyond.