Timothy Herman
About Timothy Herman
Timothy Herman is the CEO of UpEquity, where he has developed a home buying solution that significantly improves offer acceptance rates. He has a background as a fighter pilot in the US Navy and holds degrees from several prestigious institutions, including the United States Naval Academy and Harvard Business School.
Work at UpEquity
Timothy Herman serves as the CEO of UpEquity, a position he has held since 2019. Under his leadership, UpEquity has developed a home buying solution that significantly increases the likelihood of offer acceptance, reportedly by four times compared to traditional financing methods. He has played a key role in positioning the company's offers to secure potential discounts ranging from 2-5% in real estate transactions.
Education and Expertise
Timothy Herman has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Economics from the United States Naval Academy, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for 11 months in 2006, focusing on International Trade and Finance. In addition, he participated in the S19 Batch at Y Combinator in 2019 for 11 months. He briefly studied at Harvard Business School, pursuing an MBA before leaving after one year to establish UpEquity.
Background
Before his tenure at UpEquity, Timothy Herman served in the US Navy as a Fighter Pilot from 2008 to 2018, accumulating ten years of service. This experience provided him with leadership and strategic skills that he has applied in his current role in the real estate technology sector.
Achievements
Timothy Herman has led UpEquity to create innovative solutions in the home buying process. His efforts have resulted in a unique financing approach that enhances offer acceptance rates and provides financial advantages in real estate transactions. His background in military service and education in economics and business contribute to his strategic vision for the company.