Investor Onboarding
Begin with a transparent consultation, accreditation review, investment documentation, and account funding support designed to help qualified investors move forward with clarity.
Explore professionally managed investment partnership services designed for accredited investors seeking passive income, real estate-backed diversification, and informed advisory support. The CEO Fund helps investors access mortgage fund investments, syndications, retirement-account strategies, and education backed by rigorous due diligence, experienced fund leadership, and a nationwide portfolio spanning more than 50 states.

Explore diversified investment partnership services for accredited investors seeking passive, real estate-backed income opportunities.
Begin with a transparent consultation, accreditation review, investment documentation, and account funding support designed to help qualified investors move forward with clarity.
Access professionally managed mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate collateral, helping accredited investors pursue passive income without property ownership burdens.
Use eligible self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged real estate-backed income through structured mortgage fund investing.
Participate alongside experienced sponsors in large-scale real estate development and acquisition projects with passive ownership and long-term appreciation potential.
Benefit from institutional relationships and due diligence used to acquire discounted mortgage portfolios with diversified borrower exposure and risk-adjusted return potential.
Build confidence through eBooks, webinars, case studies, and articles explaining note grades, due diligence, passive income, and investment strategy.

Schedule a conversation with The CEO Fund’s management team to discuss your income goals, investment timeline, account structure, and suitability. This first step helps clarify whether mortgage fund investing or syndication participation aligns with your objectives.
The CEO Fund combines experienced management, disciplined due diligence, and diversified real estate-backed opportunities.
A 10+ year track record supports disciplined acquisition, management, and investor communication.
Leadership includes Certified Note Investing Specialist expertise and decades of real estate finance experience.
Mortgage funds are backed by tangible real estate collateral across multiple property types.
Investors gain exposure across 50+ states, property types, borrowers, and investment structures.
Experienced fund leaders guiding real estate-backed investment strategy.
Fund Manager / Certified Note Investing Specialist
Carlo Turner serves as Sr. Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund, a role he has held since the fund's inception. with over 25+ 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 million. His deep expertise in real estate-backed investments and mortgage fund 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 funds. 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 funds, 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.
An investment partnership in California typically refers to a pooled investment structure where qualified partners contribute capital toward shared investment objectives, such as real estate-backed assets, private lending, or alternative funds. Investors should review offering documents, risks, tax considerations, and accreditation requirements. The CEO Fund works with accredited investors nationwide, including California residents, through structured mortgage fund and syndication opportunities.
Speak with our fund management team about your investment goals.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.
Proven history managing real estate-backed investments.
Diversified acquisitions across U.S. real estate markets.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred account structure. Our fund management team will explain next steps, documentation, and available opportunities.
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.