EB5 Investors Magazine English Edition Volume 6, Issue 2 | Page 81

TOP BUSINESS PL AN WRITERS TOM MARTIN BAKER TILLY CAPITAL LLC | VICE PRESIDENT Tom Martin is a vice president with Baker Tilly Capital LLC and currently leads the EB-5 U.S. consulting practice. With over six years of EB-5 experience, Martin chiefly works within the EB-5 practice areas to structure EB-5 offerings for qualifying projects and businesses. He has personally overseen the completion of more than 600 economic impact reports and business plans as well as the creation of hundreds of source of funds reports for EB-5 investors. He serves as a strategic advisor to regional centers, developers and project owners utilizing EB-5 financing. Prior to Baker Tilly, Martin worked in education and sales. WHY DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN THE EB-5 INDUSTRY? costly mistakes. I am proud of the role we have had in helping hundreds of our clients be successful in achieving their EB-5 goals. WHAT NEW TYPES OF PROJECTS AND TRENDS ARE YOU SEEING IN THE EB-5 INDUSTRY? We continue working with projects utilizing smaller EB-5 raises, under $30 million, and continue to see strong interest in the direct EB-5 program. Real estate projects, primary multi-family housing and mixed-use projects and hospitality, are still dominant; however, we are increasingly helping clients who are working on restaurants, technology and smaller manufacturing projects. This trend in smaller raises is likely to continue as uncertainty about potential changes in the program linger and clients are looking to quickly capitalize their projects ahead of any significant changes to the program. I enjoy working with groups and individuals to help meet their needs. I saw an incredible opportunity to help people navigate through the complex environment of EB-5. The role of consultant is to help clients reduce complicated matters and avoid making “ I.A. DONOSO GOT ME HERE. Welcome to Los Angeles, Jie! Innovators Welcome. As a leading business immigration law firm, I.A. Donoso & Associates is dedicated to helping business and investors navigate the U.S. visa process successfully. Through rigorous analysis and effective solutions, we strive to provide every client with a thoroughly rewarding experience. WORK VISAS PERM LABOR CERTIFICATIONS INVESTOR GREEN CARDS Contact us to discover your visa options! 301.276.0653 [email protected] DONOSOLAW.COM EB5INVESTORS.COM 81