Archon Group

Established in 1991, Archon is a fully diversified, consolidated, global investment management firm employing over 1,300 professionals across eight countries: U.S., France, Germany, Italy, China, Japan, India, and Singapore. Archon Group was originally formed as a joint venture between Goldman Sachs and J E Robert Co. and was one of the most prolific buyers of distressed assets from the Resolution Trust Corporation. In 2000, Goldman Sachs acquired 100% of Archon, fully integrating it as an in-house platform, exclusive to Goldman Sachs. Archon has created synergistic business platforms including real estate finance, mezzanine finance, corporate finance, distressed corporate finance and C&I loans, real estate equity, and residential loan servicing. Archon has the ability to set-up and operate new business platforms, both domestic and international, quickly and efficiently by leveraging a strong operational hub while minimizing operational, reputational, and overall business risks. With established core business operations with broad application across all investment types, Archon’s operating model provides the foundation and flexibility required to execute initiatives for Goldman Sachs. Archon’s diverse set of services including asset management, risk management, loan servicing, legal, investor reporting, fund accounting, information technology, human resources, cash management, etc. enable efficient operation across its platforms.