Taurus Investment Holdings Strengthens Leadership Team with the Appointment of Bill Garey to Lead Investment Strategy as CIO

Press ReleaseFeb 10, 2025

Taurus Investment Holdings LLC (Taurus), a global real estate private equity firm, today announced the promotion of Bill Garey to Chief Investment Officer (CIO), This strategic move strengthens Taurus’ leadership team, positioning the firm for long-term success, innovation, and continued industry leadership. Bill will be in charge of underwriting and developing all investment strategies, navigating evolving market demands, and capitalizing on new opportunities. Bill will work closely with CEO Peter Merrigan, manage the Investment Committee, oversee financing and equity capitalizations, and build strategic domestic and international partnerships.

Peter A. Merrigan, CEO of Taurus stated: “At Taurus, our strength lies in identifying market dislocations and developing thematic investment strategies. Bill’s promotion reinforces this core philosophy. He’s a proven leader with a deep understanding of our business, and I’m confident that his expertise will be instrumental in driving firm’s continued success and deliver exceptional returns to our investors.”

Bill, who joined Taurus in 2017, has played a key role in acquisitions and capital deployment, most recently as Senior Vice President in the firm’s industrial platform. He brings experience from transactions exceeding $6 billion and 50 million square feet across more than 25 markets. A 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Bill has established himself as an industry thought leader, having been featured in Commercial Observer, ConnectCRE, The Business Journals, among other commercial real estate and national publications.

“I am deeply honored to be named Taurus’ first Chief Investment Officer” stated Bill, “My seven years with the firm have given me a great appreciation for the talent and dedication of our team. I am excited to continue working alongside them and driving growth across all our asset classes.”

Taurus has a long history of success built on a foundation of forward-thinking, strategic planning, and a commitment to providing value to its stakeholders. This appointment underscores the firm’s dedication to cultivating and maximizing the talents of its team to navigate the dynamic real estate landscape and capitalize on the growth cycle ahead.