Roy Bailey joins the Board of ILE Homes, strengthening Strategic Leadership

ILE Homes, a residential real estate investment firm based in Dallas, is pleased to announce that Roy Bailey of Bailey Deason Capital Interests has joined its board.

Bailey brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise. He is the CEO and co-founder of Bailey Deason Capital Interests, a private equity firm focused on growth-oriented investments in middle-market companies. Currently, he serves as a strategic advisor to the Texas Stock Exchange.

“We are honored to welcome Roy Bailey to our board of directors,” said Gen Fukunaga, board member at ILE Homes. “His deep experience in private equity, finance, and strategic business leadership, along with his proven ability to guide growth-oriented organizations, will be invaluable to us as we continue to expand and create value for our stakeholders.”

“Roy is another strong addition to our exceptional advisory board,” said Mahesh Shetty, Founder & CEO of ILE Homes. “He harnesses a rare combination of entrepreneurial vision, strategic discipline, and relationship-driven leadership, which perfectly complements the strength of our board. He will help guide us as we continue to execute our strategy, strengthen our platform, and provide innovative solutions for today’s renters and tomorrow’s homeowners. By combining operational discipline with a social mission, we are building not just a portfolio of homes, but a foundation for economic mobility.”

Previously, Bailey was a founding partner and managing director of Giuliani Partners in New York, where he helped structure the firm in partnership with Ernst & Young and led major business initiatives in the U.S. and the Middle East. He began his career in insurance and finance, founding Bailey Insurance Associates and later co-founding Premium Finance Holdings, which was acquired by Texas Capital Bank.

Bailey has also played significant leadership roles in national finance, serving in senior finance positions for multiple presidential campaigns, and as finance chairman for several prominent public leaders and organizations. He has served on numerous civic and nonprofit boards across the Dallas community, reflecting his long-standing commitment to service and community impact.

Bailey’s appointment to the board reflects the company’s continued commitment to strengthening its leadership and delivering long-term value for its investors and stakeholders.

“I am excited to join the board of ILE Homes and work alongside the highly experienced leadership team,” said Bailey. “ILE Homes’ philosophy of Creating Wealth while Doing Good strongly resonates with me, and I look forward to contributing my experience and perspective to support the company’s continued growth and mission.”

ILE Homes, led by CEO Mahesh Shetty, believes that residential real estate investments, when deployed thoughtfully, can be a powerful solution—revitalizing neighborhoods, expanding access to quality housing, and creating conditions for stronger, healthier communities. ILE Homes acquires and manages homes in communities where families want to live, ensuring affordability and quality while offering structured paths to homeownership.

About ILE Homes

ILE Homes is a Dallas-based residential real estate investment firm committed to providing quality affordable housing and creating community impact across the country. The ILE Homes entrepreneurial management team has over 300 years’ aggregate experience and has completed more than $3 billion in transactions across 8,000 homes. Our credo of Creating Wealth and Doing Good, with a resident-centric approach, sets the standard in the residential sector.