Investor Onboarding
A structured path for new investors: review fund documents, speak with the management team, complete investment steps, and receive scheduled reporting and distributions according to fund terms.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors explore partnership-based wealth strategies through professionally managed mortgage note investments, real estate-backed opportunities, retirement account strategies, and investor education. Built for those seeking passive income without traditional property management, our approach combines rigorous asset selection, diversification across property types, and experienced fund leadership focused on building long-term generational wealth.

Explore investor-focused strategies built around mortgage notes, retirement accounts, real estate syndications, and education.
A structured path for new investors: review fund documents, speak with the management team, complete investment steps, and receive scheduled reporting and distributions according to fund terms.
A dedicated strategy for self-directed IRA and 401(k) investors seeking tax-advantaged exposure to passive mortgage note income without direct property ownership responsibilities.
Core access to Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate assets, designed to support passive cash flow potential for accredited investors.
Participation in larger development syndications, including projects such as the $20 million Sunrise Project in Florida featuring homes, a marina, and a golf course.
Educational blogs, whitepapers, and events help prospective investors understand note investing, fund strategy, collateral, diversification, and alternative income structures before committing capital.
The fund sources and acquires bulk mortgage note portfolios, applying due diligence and asset selection to build diversified real estate-backed investment opportunities.

Begin by reviewing The CEO Fund’s investment materials, service options, and fund documents. This helps clarify eligibility, asset strategy, income objectives, and whether mortgage note investing aligns with your broader wealth planning goals.
The CEO Fund combines disciplined asset selection with experienced fund leadership.
Led by a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep mortgage asset expertise.
The fund has acquired 500+ loans across 50+ U.S. states.
Investors gain real estate exposure without tenants, toilets, or property maintenance.
Strategies span mortgage notes, syndications, retirement accounts, and diversified property types.
Experienced fund leadership for accredited investor partnerships.
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.
A very high net worth individual is commonly understood as someone with substantial investable assets, often $5 million or more, though definitions vary by institution. This differs from an accredited investor, which is a regulatory category generally based on income, net worth, or professional criteria. The CEO Fund primarily serves accredited investors seeking real estate-backed alternative investments.
Connect with our fund team for clear answers before you invest.
Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing strategy.
Established performance history across investment cycles.
Portfolio experience across nationwide mortgage assets.
Share your investment goals, accreditation status, and preferred strategy. Our team will respond with next steps and fund information.
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.