Ben Gott

Ben Gott is a highly regarded real estate entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience navigating both the advisory and principal investment sides of the commercial real estate industry. As Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Redwood West, Ben has built a platform grounded in creativity, precision, and execution—balancing institutional discipline with an entrepreneurial edge.

Throughout his career, Ben has advised a diverse roster of customers within the Redwood West platform, including tenant representation, leasing, and investment sales. Ben has consistently delivered tailored strategies to clients that align real estate with their broader business objectives. Simultaneously, Ben has co-led the acquisition of over $500 million in strategic assets on behalf of Redwood West and its partners, which include office, industrial, retail, residential, and irreplaceable waterfront properties. Mr. Gott’s collective experience has allowed him to evaluate opportunities and address challenges through multiple lenses: as an advisor and as a dealmaker, all while thinking like an owner.

Mr. Gott’s approach is rooted in a deep understanding of capital markets, a sharp instinct for uncovering value and the ability to structure complex transactions with creativity and clarity. Ben’s reputation among peers and partners alike is that of a thoughtful strategist—someone who can not only envision the potential of an asset or portfolio but also bring that vision to life through bold, calculated execution. At Redwood West, Mr. Gott leads with a principal-first mindset, driving forward-thinking real estate services and investment strategies while ensuring that each project is backed by rigorous analysis, a long-term value thesis and trusted relationships. Under his leadership, the firm continues to grow as a nimble, capital-minded platform for high-impact real estate investment and advisory.

Mr. Gott graduated with his Bachelor’s degree from Trinity College in Hartford, CT, where he was a student-athlete and competed as a member of Trinity’s NCAA Ice Hockey team. Ben lives in Orange County with his wife and two children, and when not immersed in real estate, he enjoys watching his children compete in youth ice hockey and volleyball, traveling, date nights, and the occasional round of golf.