Jay Sugarman serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Safehold Inc., a pioneering company in the real estate industry that focuses on ground lease investments. With a keen eye for innovation and a strong background in finance, Sugarman has been instrumental in steering Safehold towards becoming a leader in the ground lease sector. Under his leadership, Safehold has successfully transformed the traditional ground lease model into a modern ground lease (MGL) framework, which provides long-term, unleveraged financing to commercial real estate owners, thereby enhancing property values and reducing capital costs. Prior to his role at Safehold, Jay Sugarman has had an extensive career in the financial and real estate sectors. He is also the Chairman and CEO of iStar Inc., a real estate investment company that has been pivotal in the development of Safehold. Sugarman's strategic vision and leadership have been key to iStar's growth and its spin-off of Safehold as a separate entity. His professional journey also includes significant contributions to the broader business community, where he has served on various boards and committees, leveraging his expertise to drive industry advancements. As the head of Safehold, Jay Sugarman continues to push the boundaries of real estate financing. His commitment to innovation is evident in Safehold's expansion and the increasing adoption of the MGL model across the industry. Sugarman's leadership is not only focused on financial growth but also on creating sustainable and value-enhancing solutions for property owners and investors. His strategic foresight and dedication to excellence make him a pivotal figure in the evolution of real estate investment and management.