Commercial real estate finance industry veteran, longtime CREFC member and former Chair to lead organization

NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The CRE Finance Council (CREFC) today announced that Paul T. Vanderslice has been named President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 30, 2026. As President and CEO, Vanderslice will lead CREFC's efforts to advance its mission on behalf of the commercial and multifamily real estate finance industry, including its advocacy, market intelligence, education, industry standards, member engagement, and industry-leading events.