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Black Pearl Investments is a U.S.-based capital advisory and structured finance firm focused on alternative investments in commercial real estate. It provides structured equity and private credit solutions to institutional enterprises. The firm applies rigorous Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) standards for analysis and due diligence. Corporate sustainability, aligned with U.N. Principles of Corporate Responsibility and LEED certifications, is integrated.
John Richard (JR) Chantengco founded the firm, leveraging three decades in capital markets and finance. His pedigree includes orchestrating billions in structured capital and managing substantial real assets, a founding shareholder of Pacific Commerce Bancorp. Chantengco’s insight merged this deep expertise with a commitment to sustainable, ethical practices in alternative asset management.
Black Pearl Investments serves family offices, high-net-worth individuals, and institutional partners seeking specialized real estate and asset management. Its vision is to deliver compelling risk-adjusted returns through disciplined, multi-layered capital deployment. It aims to foster sustainable client growth and comprehensive value via meticulous execution.
Black Pearl Investments has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $4.2M Debt / Pre-Series A in Ilara Health in February 2024.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2024 | Ilara Health | $4.2M Debt / Pre-Series A | Hayo Afman | Hiroki Ishida, Alphamundi, Angaza Capital, Christian Bausch, Kiva Capital, Perivoli Innovations, Bahaa Eddine Sarroukh |
| May 1, 2022 | Mahmee | $9.0M Series A | — | Congruent Ventures, Ingeborg Investments, Jetstream, Spark Capital, Techstars, Brendan O'driscoll, Lawrence Platt, Backstage Capital, Episcopal Health Foundation OF Texas, Suzanne Gauron, Muse Capital, Pipeline Angels, Anna Mason, SHE Raises Capital, The Helm, Third Culture Capital |
