Parker Calandra
About Parker Calandra
Parker Calandra serves as the Director of Lender Activation at PeerStreet, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in finance and economics, having held various roles in the industry and contributed to PeerStreet's mission of connecting lenders with diverse sources of capital.
Current Role at PeerStreet
Parker Calandra serves as the Director of Lender Activation at PeerStreet, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he plays a significant part in connecting a vetted network of private lenders with diverse sources of capital. His efforts contribute to PeerStreet's mission of enhancing local community lending by aligning the interests of lenders, investors, and borrowers.
Previous Experience at PeerStreet
Parker Calandra has held multiple positions at PeerStreet. He worked as a Senior Analyst for 11 months from 2017 to 2018, followed by a role as an Analyst from 2016 to 2017 for one year. During his tenure, he contributed to the company's growth, which saw transactions exceeding $2 billion through its platform by March 2019.
Education and Academic Background
Parker Calandra earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Human & Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for 11 months in 2013, focusing on Economics. Additionally, he studied at the Danish Institute for Study Abroad, achieving a degree in Economics in 2014 for 11 months.
Early Career Experience
Before joining PeerStreet, Parker Calandra gained experience in various roles. He worked as a Brokerage Assistant at Collett for three months in 2012 in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. He also served as an Analyst at Walker & Dunlop for one year from 2015 to 2016 in Nashville, TN. Earlier, he was a Research Assistant at Harvard University for one month in 2011 in the Greater Boston area.
High School Education
Parker Calandra completed his high school education at Providence Day School, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. This foundational education set the stage for his subsequent academic and professional achievements.