About Dorami Ventures
Built on Integrity. Driven by Results.
Dorami Ventures is a vertically integrated commercial real estate and construction management firm. We acquire, develop, and manage assets across the country — with the discipline of institutional investors and the accountability of an owner-operator.
Our Story
From the Ground Up
Dorami Ventures was founded on a simple belief: that great real estate outcomes come from combining rigorous underwriting with hands-on execution. Too many firms separate the two. We don't.
Over 15 years, we've built a track record across multifamily, office, retail, and industrial assets — managing every phase from acquisition and entitlement through construction and disposition.
Our principals co-invest in every deal. That alignment isn't a marketing line — it's the foundation of how we operate and how we've earned the trust of our partners and investors.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Disciplined Underwriting
We stress-test every deal before committing capital. Conservative assumptions, clear exit scenarios, and no shortcuts — that's how we protect our partners and deliver consistent returns.
Hands-On Execution
We manage construction and asset operations in-house. Direct control over quality, schedule, and cost means fewer surprises and better outcomes for every stakeholder.
Aligned Interests
Our principals invest alongside our partners in every deal. When you win, we win. That alignment shapes every decision we make — from acquisition to exit.
Long-Term Thinking
We build relationships, not just transactions. Our approach prioritizes sustainable value creation over short-term gains, and we measure success over years, not quarters.
Our Team
The People Behind the Work
Our team brings together decades of experience in real estate investment, construction management, finance, and operations.
Marcus Dorami
Founder & Managing Principal
Marcus founded Dorami Ventures in 2009 after a decade in institutional real estate investment. He oversees acquisitions, capital strategy, and investor relations across the firm's portfolio.
Priya Okafor
Director of Construction Management
Priya leads the firm's construction management practice with 18 years of experience delivering complex commercial and multifamily projects on time and on budget.
James Whitfield
Head of Asset Management
James manages the firm's operating portfolio, overseeing leasing strategy, capital improvements, and value-creation initiatives across all asset classes.
Sofia Reyes
Director of Finance & Investor Relations
Sofia manages fund structuring, financial reporting, and investor communications. She brings 12 years of experience in real estate private equity and capital markets.
Ready to Work Together?
Whether you're a capital partner, contractor, or prospective investor, we'd like to hear from you.