Ross Mulford

Ross Mulford serves in Corporate Development & Finance within the private markets investment platforms for Petrus Asset Management Company. His responsibilities include origination, financial analysis, business development and project management in the evaluation of potential debt and equity investment opportunities. Additionally, Mr. Mulford serves as CFO of Smocked Auctions, a Dallas based e-commerce retailer. He previously served in associate roles within the firm’s private equity portfolio and for Petrus Aviation, a lessor of commercial and cargo aircraft. He began his career as a Teach For America corps member in Houston, TX. Mr. Mulford holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Texas at Austin and a BA from Vanderbilt University. He is active civically in the Dallas community, serving on the board of trustees of St. Philip’s School and Community Center, as an Advisory Director for Salvation Army Echelon, and as a past member of the board of directors of the Episcopal School of Dallas Alumni Association. He is also active in professional organizations supporting North Texas Food Bank, The Dallas Museum of Art, and Texas Parks & Wildlife.