Our Foundation

1982

Inception

Founded as the real estate investment arm of USAA.
2012

Expansion

Formed joint venture with Square Mile Capital to expand debt and equity solutions.
2014

Global Reach

Expanded business into Europe with establishment of Amsterdam office and acquisition of a majority interest in industrial/logistics development partner, Mountpark, with a 100% buyout completed in 2024.
2020

Ownership Restructure

Management-led partnership acquires controlling interest in USAA Real Estate, positioning its leadership to participate in the ownership of the business and co-invest alongside investor clients.
2021

Corscale Data Centers

Portfolio company formed to combine expertise and capital needed for quality execution of data center development for hyperscale clients
2023

Same Team, New Name.

Affinius Capital emerges from the integration of USAA Real Estate and Square Mile Capital, carrying forward our over 40+ year history of mission-driven purpose.
TODAY

Driven by Progress

Pursuing what’s next and advancing emerging opportunities through our lending and equity initiatives.

Our Mission

To serve our clients by striving to place their interests above all else in pursuit of outstanding risk-adjusted returns. With disciplined execution, we aim to be the capital provider of choice to high-quality sponsors, while creating a rich and rewarding culture for our team.

Core Values

Integrity

True to our word and ever mindful of how our actions effect partner, clients, their beneficiaries, and our team.

Service

Excellence in everything we do, elevating the needs of investors, partners, and each other with every decision we make.

Innovation

Pioneer new concepts and improve upon current practices to pave the way to a more advanced and dynamic tomorrow.

Guiding Principles

Alignment

Transparency

Authenticity

Diversity

Curiosity

Sustainability

Community

Executive Leadership

Len
O'Donnell

Chairman & CEO

Craig
Solomon

Vice Chairman & CIO

Peter
McLaughlin

Senior Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer

Tana
Gardner

Chief Financial Officer

Michael
Boyd

General Counsel

Rachel
Donnelly

Global Chief Compliance Officer & Associate General Counsel

Ryan
Krauch

Senior Managing Director

Len
O'Donnell

Chairman & CEO

Craig
Solomon

Vice Chairman & CIO

Peter
McLaughlin

Senior Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer

Tana
Gardner

Chief Financial Officer

Michael
Boyd

General Counsel

Rachel
Donnelly

Global Chief Compliance Officer & Associate General Counsel

Ryan
Krauch

Senior Managing Director

Doing good is good business

We aim to consider the long-term implications for society and the environment as part of our investment stewardship, where it aligns with our fiduciary duty to our clients and where practical or additive to the particular investment strategy and parameters. We seek to generate risk-adjusted returns, incorporating responsible investment objectives where we believe there are positive financial outcomes.