Paul C. Belden, President and Principal
Paul Belden brings nearly 40 years of commercial real estate experience to WLA Investments, where he’s been a key part of the team since 1997. He plays a central role in identifying high-potential markets across the U.S. and has helped drive portfolio success through smart, strategic investment decisions.
His background spans brokerage, property management, entitlement, and construction. Paul specializes in maximizing asset value through capital improvements, operational efficiencies, creative financing, and performance-based management strategies.
Over the years, Paul has built strong industry relationships that allow WLA to partner with the best local experts—brokers, managers, lenders, and contractors—in every market they enter.
He earned his Bachelor of Science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and is a licensed California real estate broker.
Jon S. Schisler, Executive Vice President and Principal
Jon Schisler is responsible for sourcing and managing new investment opportunities, acquisitions, financing, development, asset management, and dispositions across the WLA portfolio. Since joining WLA in 1994, Jon has led several notable initiatives, including the highly successful Utah condominium conversions, the Denver office portfolio, and the Los Angeles/Orange County commercial portfolio.
With a career dedicated entirely to the real estate industry, Jon brings a comprehensive perspective shaped by experience across multiple facets of the business—including architecture, construction, development, and brokerage. This broad background provides him with a unique and valuable insight into the full development lifecycle.
Before joining WLA, Jon was with Coldwell Banker Commercial Brokerage (now CBRE), advising corporate clients on the sale and leasing of commercial properties. He also held a position with Lincoln Property Company, where he was involved in the planning, development, and management of industrial, R&D, retail, and office properties.
Jon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance from the University of Southern California.