Southwestern Asset Management, a Texas-based farm and farm-related real estate fund manager, recently tapped Ron R. Rodriguez to join its distribution team as executive vice president of capital markets. In this role, Rodriguez will oversee the company’s national capital raising efforts.

Rodriguez brings more than 30 years of experience in alternative investments and financial planning to this position. His capital-raising experience was gained via various investment vehicles including Reg. D private placements, 1031 offerings, interval funds, ETF fund of fund strategies and separately managed accounts.

“Ron immediately clicked with our existing team and results-driven culture,” said Cole Gilliam Parks, president and managing member of Southwestern Asset Management. “Ron is a winner. As we expand our offering into the managing broker-dealer space, I’m excited to have him riding for our brand and out sharing our vision, mission and values in the marketplace.”