The InnerCircle Lending Team

InnerCircle Lending’s team brings together over 30 years of combined experience in underwriting, real estate, tax strategy, operations, and deal structuring. Every member plays a key role in protecting capital, optimizing outcomes, and building trust with our investors.

Wayne Griswold

Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

Oversees underwriting, loan structuring, and capital protection. A seasoned architect of short-term, asset-backed lending strategies.

Zak Shaik

Director of Tax Strategy

Specializes in zero-tax and tax-deferred strategies, helping clients optimize investment returns through strategic planning.

Susie Griswold

Director of Commercial Real Estate

Licensed real estate agent managing property-related lending strategies and supporting due diligence on all real estate-backed deals.

Michael Griswold

Director of Deal Acquisition

Relationship builder and connector. Brings in high-quality deal flow through extensive investor and borrower networks.

Lizzy Griswold

Operations & Communications

Coordinates day-to-day logistics, internal workflows, and investor communication with clarity and consistency.

Joshua Griswold

Compliance & Internal Ops

Supports backend processes and ensures internal protocols are met across reporting, compliance, and legal workflows.

Jacob Griswold

Head of Fund Structuring

Leads legal setup, fund design, and custom loan documentation to align investor goals with high-integrity structuring.