A.J. Patton

About

Robert ’A.J.’ Patton is an accomplished finance, sales, and capital markets expert with more than 15 years experience in investment banking, endowment management, real estate analysis and development.

A.J. got his start with Duke Realty, analyzing leases and preparing valuations for the company’s real estate portfolio. Then at Equities First, a $500 million-dollar investment fund, he led the Investment and Underwriting Departments along with managing all U.S. business development initiatives.

After Equities First, A.J. branched out on his own, founding 548 Capital, LLC and 548 Development, LLC, to combine his expertise and track record of creating consistent returns with a personal passion for helping transform communities and their impact on the planet, developing solutions for the housing, environmental, and economic issues facing inner cities. In 2022, A.J. combined these companies under the 548 Enterprise umbrella, creating a full-service entity that provides solutions for all aspects of the development process.

A.J. currently resides in Chicago where he is an avid sports fan, golfer, workout enthusiast, and father. He has been named Midwest Energy “ 40 under 40”, American Council on Renewable Energy -Accelerate member, Chicago Business Leadership Council Banking & Finance Co-chair, World Leaders Forum Board Member, Lowe's Green Community Partner, Chicago INVEST South/West Winner, and Chicago Community Trust Grant recipient. He holds a BS in Finance from Indiana State University