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Tempo, founded by Mike “Big Mike” Zlotnik, has been managing real estate funds since 2009. With roots in hard money lending and a full transition to commercial real estate in 2017, the firm now oversees diversified funds and syndications across multifamily, self-storage, industrial, and other sectors. Guided by data-driven discipline and investor-first principles, Tempo delivers tax-efficient, professionally managed real estate opportunities designed to build long-term wealth for accredited investors.

Tempo History

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2000

Early Investing Background

Mike Zlotnik, known as “Big Mike,” began investing in real estate in 2000 while living in Brooklyn, New York. For nearly a decade, he was a passive investor while pursuing a career in technology. In 2009, he transitioned into real estate full-time.

Foundation of the Business

In June 2009, Mike co-founded Tempo, initially focused on short-sale flips and transactional funding during the post-recession housing market. Partnering with early collaborators, the company provided vital capital for distressed property transactions and soon evolved into hard money lending.

2009

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2011

Shift to Hard Money Lending

As banks placed restrictions on short-sale flips, Tempo expanded into extended funding and traditional hard money lending. The launch of its first mortgage pool funds allowed investors to participate in these strategies, establishing the foundation for Tempo as a professional fund management company.

Expansion into Commercial Real Estate

In 2017, the company shifted focus from primarily residential hard money lending to commercial real estate. The launch of its first commercial fund marked a turning point, with early investments in multifamily and self-storage. From there, the portfolio expanded into industrial, retail, and other commercial sectors.

2017

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2018

Launch of the Big Mike Fund Podcast

Mike Zlotnik launched The Big Mike Fund Podcast in 2018 to share insights from leading experts in real estate, finance, and investment strategy. The podcast quickly became a trusted resource for investors, airing weekly episodes and surpassing 275 published shows.

Syndications and Broader Strategies

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Tempo recalibrated its portfolio, exited the office asset class, and worked closely with sponsors on collections. The firm also began sponsoring and co-sponsoring commercial real estate syndications, broadening its investment strategies beyond traditional fund structures.

2020

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2022

Market Adjustment

In 2022, Tempo navigated a challenging economic environment marked by inflation and rapid interest rate hikes. The firm adjusted its strategies, worked closely with sponsors, and focused on resilient sectors such as multifamily and self-storage. Despite market headwinds, the company maintained its disciplined investment approach and positioned itself for long-term opportunities.

Today

Tempo manages a diversified portfolio of funds and syndications spanning multifamily, self-storage, industrial, and other commercial sectors, while selectively originating hard money loans. With more than two decades of experience and resilience through multiple market cycles, the firm remains committed to delivering tax-efficient, diversified, and professionally managed real estate opportunities for accredited investors.

2024

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Leadership Team

Mike Zlotnik
CEO & Founder
Yuriy Novodvorskiy
Chief Investment Officer
Yuriy Gordiyenko
Chief Technical Officer
Deanna Boring
VP, Marketing and IR
Ryan E. Wynkoop
Director of Capital Markets
Fund Administration
Legal Counsel
Tax & Audit Accounting
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Mike Zlotnik

CEO of TF Management Group LLC

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Mike Zlotnik is the CEO of TF Management Group LLC and has managed real estate funds since 2009. A former software executive, he began investing in property in 2000 and is known for his integrity and financial expertise.

Originally from the USSR, Mike now lives in Brooklyn, NY, with his wife and four children. He holds a Mathematics degree from Binghamton University, is a chess master, and is active in top investor mastermind groups. He’s also the author of How to Choose a Smart Real Estate Investment Fund and hosts the Big Mike Fund podcast.

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Yuriy Novodvorskiy

Chief Investment Officer

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Yuriy Novodvorskiy is a co-founder of TF Management Group, LLC and has worked with Mike Zlotnik since January 2010. With over a decade of experience in the real estate and finance industry, Yuriy serves as Chief Investment Officer, overseeing a portfolio of over 60 investments and $140M in assets under management.

In his CIO role, Yuriy supervises portfolio management and investment strategy. He is committed to mitigating risks on underperforming investments, maximizing returns for investors, and maintaining the highest standards of integrity and fiduciary responsibility.

Yuriy holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and a BA in economics from Dartmouth College. His interests include swimming, traveling, and learning languages. His interests include swimming, traveling, and learning languages.

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Yuriy Gordiyenko

CTO

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Yuriy Gordiyenko joined the team in May 2015. He has spent over 15 years in the information technology industry, holding various technical and managerial positions. He holds the position of CTO at TF Management Group, LLC, leading our technology strategy and implementation, ensuring a disciplined process of funding operations and project management.

Yuriy enjoys cooking, spending time with friends and playing with his dog.

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Deanna Boring

Director of Investor Relationships

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With over decade of experience across real estate, financial services, investor relations, and compliance, Deanna brings a deep passion for passive investing, particularly in commercial real estate.

Throughout her career, Deanna has raised more than $225 million in capital and has onboarded hundreds of investors to help them reach their financial goals. In her role as Director of Investor Relations, Deanna is dedicated to building and maintaining strong investor relationships. She excels at streamlining the investor experience, from onboarding new clients to providing reporting, educational content, and regular updates on investment offerings and events. Her passion lies in empowering investors to sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey toward financial independence.

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Ryan E. Wynkoop

Director of Capital Markets

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Ryan has worked in commercial real estate investment, management and development for over 20 years – partnering with institutional clients, corporations, private equity firms, and HNW investors.

His specialty is in debt and equity capital sourcing, the delivery of new development and construction projects, and value-add repositioning of existing assets to evolving market conditions.

Ryan spent the first ten years of his career in Washington D.C. working on some of the largest development and redevelopment projects in the city before moving out to Seattle, Washington where he spent five years working on Amazon’s global headquarters development in South Lake Union. He relocated to Charleston, South Carolina in 2020 where he currently resides.

He is active and enjoys outdoor activities including surfing, camping and hiking. He is an avid black and white photographer, piano and guitar player, and hobbyist woodworker in his spare time.

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