LaSalle Investment Management, a global real estate investment manager, has announced the appointment of Michael Raso as global head of private wealth. Raso joins LaSalle on Oct. 26, 2026.
Following a period of transition, on Jan. 1, 2027, Raso will take over leadership of LaSalle’s Private Wealth Group (PWG) and join the Global Management Committee. He will report to Brad Gries, CEO of LaSalle, and Tim Kessler, president and COO. Private wealth is a strategic priority for LaSalle, and Raso will lead the development of new products designed for private wealth investors. While PWG is currently most developed in the Americas, Raso will also work with LaSalle’s regional teams to explore business development opportunities for private wealth in their markets.
LaSalle’s private wealth business is built on strong foundations. Under the leadership of Allan Swaringen, LaSalle entered the private wealth segment, created the Private Wealth Group and launched and grew its fl
