Craig West is senior managing director of multifamily finance at Walker & Dunlop, based in Atlanta. In this role, he is responsible for multifamily originations through Walker & Dunlop’s agency lending programs. Throughout his career, Mr. West has originated more than $21 billion in transactions and has 30 years of experience in the direct origination of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and life insurance multifamily mortgage loans. Since 2011, Mr. West and his team have originated more than $1 billion on average annually.

Prior to joining Walker & Dunlop, Mr. West served as managing director at CWCapital LLC and as senior vice president within the agency lending group of Credit Suisse subsidiary Column Guaranteed. Before entering the real estate industry, he was a certified public accountant and senior tax consultant with Ernst & Young.

Mr. West earned a bachelor’s degree from Florida State University. He has served on numerous advisory councils and currently sits on the board of directors of the National Multifamily Housing Council and is a trustee on the board of directors of Homes Fit for Heroes. Mr. West is a member of Peachtree Presbyterian Church, where he participates in IRONMEN, a men’s fellowship program. He also mentors high school and college students, providing financial support and professional development. He has partnered with Thompson Island Outward Bound Education Center, is a Florida State University Legacy Hall member and a five-year member of Tiger 21. In addition, Mr. West has received Fannie Mae’s top originator award.