Reflections and Future Outlook
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PUBLISHER Ali Jahangiri
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Marie Ekberg Padilla
EDITOR Marta Lillo
DESIGN Juan Cruz del Val
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Isabel Alcantara Nathalia Carneiro Robert Cornish Jr Chris Foulger Babak Hojjat Ronald Klasko Natalia Polukhtin John Shen Rahul Soni Vivek Tandon
EDITORIAL BOARD Joseph Barnett Jessica DeNisi Ronald Fieldstone Nicolai Hinrichsen David Hirson Kate Kalmykov Rohit Kapuria Ronald Klasko Rakesh Patel Osvaldo Torres
ADVERTISING Joe de Frankenberg Conrado de Frankenberg Anastasia Milstein
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PUBLISHER ’ S NOTE
The EB-5 Industry :
Reflections and Future Outlook
T he EB-5 industry has been an extraordinary journey over the past 13 years since I first entered the field . Today , the outlook is particularly encouraging . Capital is flowing steadily , our partners , clients , and colleagues are thriving , and the overall landscape feels notably optimistic . The environment has matured in remarkable ways , yet there are intriguing shifts in the sources of activity . While the same countries that led the industry ’ s momentum from 2012 to 2015 remain strong players , the dynamics and volume have evolved — it ’ s like the same cast with an entirely new storyline .
One of the most remarkable changes to the EB-5 program is its growth in scale and scope . Previously , the minimum investment threshold stood at $ 500,000 per family , but with the increase to $ 800,000 , the program ’ s overall market cap has expanded significantly . This change represents not only a shift in the economic landscape but also an evolution in the program ’ s capacity to generate even greater impact . We now have a bigger program , one that requires larger investments but holds the potential for even broader development and contributions to regional economic growth .
Looking ahead , I ’ m genuinely excited about the future of EB-5 . The coming years — and especially the next five — promise to bring significant growth , with new entrants solidifying their roles and contributing to the industry ’ s development . For those just starting their journey in EB-5 , my advice is simple : now is the time to act . Whether you ’ re forming a Regional Center or affiliating with one , the current environment is ripe with opportunity . That said , every period of growth comes with challenges . For us , one of the most pressing concerns is the looming quota cap . Without proactive efforts to influence legislation , the industry risks facing bottlenecks that could stifle progress . However , I ’ m optimistic . We have a critical window — roughly a year — before retrogression could become a significant hurdle . This is our opportunity to collaborate as an industry and ensure the EB-5 program continues to flourish . Teamwork and strategic advocacy will be essential in navigating these challenges .
In this issue of the magazine , we are thrilled to feature our Top 25 Award Section for 2024 . These awards celebrate individuals and organizations whose extraordinary achievements have left a profound mark on the EB-5 industry . Many of this year ’ s winners have spent countless years investing their energy , expertise , and resilience to build sterling reputations and foster trust within the industry . I salute these trailblazers and extend my heartfelt gratitude for their dedication and service .
To the winners — congratulations on this well-deserved recognition . Your commitment inspires us all . To those who applied but were not selected this year , I commend your efforts and encourage you to continue striving for excellence . I look forward to seeing your accomplishments and hope to celebrate your success in 2025 .
For now , let ’ s capitalize on this period of growth and work together to create lasting success . Here ’ s to the continued evolution of the EB-5 industry , and to the opportunities , challenges , and achievements that lie ahead .
Ali Jahangiri , Publisher