Cascade Investment

Cascade Investment operates as Bill Gates's private family office headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, overseeing diversified assets including significant real estate holdings. The firm's real estate portfolio emphasizes long-term investments in durable, income-producing assets such as farmland, luxury hospitality including a controlling stake in Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, multifamily, and mixed-use properties. Recognized as the largest private owner of U.S. farmland, Cascade takes concentrated, long-duration positions reflecting a value-oriented approach. With over $80 billion in assets under management and a lean team of around 50 employees, professionals at Cascade handle substantial responsibility across its broad portfolio. The firm's low public profile and family office structure distinguish it from institutional platforms and shape candidate exposure primarily toward asset management, investment strategy, and portfolio oversight roles. Understanding Cascade's unique multi-asset family office model is important for candidates targeting real estate careers requiring breadth in real assets and long-term investment perspectives.