November 16, 2021 | Green Street
Matt Drinen, co-founder of Emerald Capital, has achieved substantial success amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The company is projected to achieve seven-figure revenues in its first year, with Drinen securing $70 million in financing and sourcing $60 million in new market allocations. Utilizing programs like federal Opportunity Zones, he promotes development in low-income communities. As the VP of development at Green Street Real Estate Ventures, he successfully closed $18 million in financing for the company’s new headquarters. Drinen is proud of establishing Emerald Capital as a national leader in securing financing and incentives for organizations. He is committed to driving economic development and creating jobs, services, and goods in low-income areas. His future goals include team expansion and continued support for growth, both locally and nationally, for Emerald Capital and Green Street. Driven and positive, he believes in embracing obstacles for success and retaining young local talent.
