Prateek Chandak
President
Mr. Prateek Chandak co-founded The Focus Properties, Inc. in 2006 and is responsible for the overall vision and growth of Focus. In his role as President, Prateek is continually underwriting opportunities for development and acquisitions, analyzing budgets and financial reports, advising and reviewing on all contractual matters, creating and maintaining relationships with lenders and industry peers, and planning ways to increase the company's profitability. Working hand in hand with the rest of Focus’ executive team members, Mr. Chandak sets policies and strategic direction for the company, both for the near term and for the foreseeable future.
Prior to joining Focus, Mr. Chandak worked as an associate at the international law firm of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP in Charlotte, NC and was tasked with assisting institutional clients with commercial mortgage backed securitization. Upon returning to Raleigh in 2004, Mr. Chandak joined KANE Realty Corporation as a development associate and worked on the successful adaptive, mixed use redevelopment called North Hills.
He holds a B.A in economics and a J.D. in law. When not working, Prateek enjoys spending time with his 3 beautiful daughters, watching Tar Heel sports, playing basketball and travelling.