Investor Onboarding
A clear path for qualified investors, from reviewing fund documents to meeting the management team, funding an investment, and receiving regular cash distribution updates.
Explore professionally managed wealth strategies designed for accredited investors seeking passive income, real estate-backed diversification, and alternatives to traditional property ownership. The CEO Fund helps qualified investors access mortgage note funds, retirement-account strategies, syndications, and investor education with a focus on consistent cash flow, collateral-backed opportunities, and long-term generational wealth building.
Private wealth strategies for accredited investors seeking passive income through real estate-backed mortgage note opportunities.
A clear path for qualified investors, from reviewing fund documents to meeting the management team, funding an investment, and receiving regular cash distribution updates.
A retirement-focused strategy for investors who want to use self-directed IRA or 401(k) funds for passive, tax-advantaged mortgage note income.
Core access to diversified Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by real estate assets across multiple property types and U.S. markets.
Participation in larger real estate development opportunities, including ground-up construction syndications such as Florida’s $20 million SUNRISE Project.
Educational resources including blogs, whitepapers, and events that help prospective investors understand note investing, fund strategy, and passive income models.
Strategic sourcing and acquisition of bulk mortgage note portfolios, helping the fund build diversified assets supported by detailed acquisition experience.
Start by sharing basic investor information and reviewing fund materials, disclosures, strategy summaries, and eligibility requirements. This helps ensure the opportunity aligns with accredited investor standards, income goals, risk considerations, and preferred investment structure.
The CEO Fund combines specialist knowledge, private-market access, and disciplined real estate-backed investment management.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined strategy, acquisition experience, and investor confidence.
Carlo Turner brings certified note investing expertise and deep corporate finance experience.
Investments span 50+ states, reducing concentration across property types and geographic markets.
Investors access real estate-backed income without tenants, repairs, vacancies, or daily management.
Experienced fund leaders focused on real estate-backed wealth strategies.
Fund Manager / Certified Note Investing Specialist
Carlo Turner serves as Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund, a role he has held since the fund's inception. With more than 15 years of experience in corporate finance, Carlo directly oversees the acquisition, financing, development, and delivery of the fund's assets. Prior to joining The CEO Fund, he worked as a Financier and Investment Banker specializing in Commodities, Stocks, and Bonds, consulting CFOs and hedge fund managers in securities transactions exceeding $100 billion. His deep expertise in real estate-backed investments and mortgage note acquisition has been instrumental in guiding the fund's growth strategy, helping accredited investors across the United States build consistent passive income streams backed by tangible real estate collateral.
Vice President & Executive Fund Manager
Patrick Franz serves as Vice President and Executive Fund Manager at The CEO Fund, part of the Everley Mae Capital Group. With 25 years of experience in capital raising and investor relations, Patrick guides the development of new financial alliances and manages strategic partnerships across both fundraising and asset acquisition. Over the past five years, he has specialized in the acquisition, asset management, and disposition of performing and non-performing first lien mortgage notes. Patrick is also actively involved in apartment housing development and large land development projects throughout Central and East Coast Florida. He previously co-founded ACI Legacy Group, where he served as Chief Operating Officer.
Director, CEO / President & Senior Fund Manager
Desi Arnez serves as President, Senior Fund Manager, and Director/CEO of The CEO Fund, part of Everley Mae Fund LLC. With decades of experience in real estate investing, Desi leads a nationwide network that provides accredited investors with exclusive access to high-performing real estate alternatives. He specializes in cash-flow mortgage notes, managing substantial investments in both performing and non-performing real estate notes. Desi oversees multi-family development projects in Central Florida, land entitlement transactions statewide, and spearheads the landmark $20 Million SUNRISE Construction Syndication — a transformative project set to deliver 1,000 new homes, a Marina, and a Golf Course to the Florida community.
Accredited wealth management advisor services help qualified investors evaluate private investment opportunities, diversify beyond public markets, and align capital with income, tax, and legacy goals. At The CEO Fund, the focus is on real estate-backed mortgage note investing, retirement-account strategies, syndications, and education for accredited investors seeking passive income without direct property management.
Get clear answers before reviewing your investment options.
Recognized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Established performance history serving accredited investors.
Broad portfolio experience across U.S. markets.
Share your investment goals and accreditation status, and our team will guide you through available fund documents, strategy options, and next steps.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (888) 508-1143. You can also send us a quick email at theceofund.fl@gmail.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (888) 508-1143. You can also send us a quick email at theceofund.fl@gmail.com.