Investor Onboarding
A structured investor path that includes document review, a scheduled call with fund management, investment coordination, and quarterly cash distribution communications for a clear, guided experience.
The CEO Fund helps accredited investors use retirement capital more strategically through self-directed IRA and 401(k) investment pathways, mortgage note fund access, investor onboarding, and ongoing fund administration. Build passive income potential through real estate-backed assets without managing tenants, repairs, or properties directly, supported by an experienced fund management team and a nationwide acquisition strategy.

Explore retirement-account strategies, mortgage note investing, onboarding, education, acquisitions, and real estate syndication opportunities.
A structured investor path that includes document review, a scheduled call with fund management, investment coordination, and quarterly cash distribution communications for a clear, guided experience.
A dedicated pathway for self-directed IRA and 401(k) investors seeking passive, tax-advantaged exposure to real estate-backed mortgage note income through a professionally managed fund.
Access to carefully selected Grade A–C performing mortgage funds backed by diversified real estate collateral, including residential, multifamily, commercial, mobile home park, and tax lien assets.
Free blogs, whitepapers, and events help prospective investors understand mortgage note investing, fund strategy, passive income structures, and real estate-backed alternatives before making decisions.
Sourcing and acquiring bulk mortgage note portfolios on behalf of the fund, supported by published case studies and a nationwide acquisition strategy spanning multiple markets.
Participation in larger development syndications, including the $20M SUNRISE Project in Florida, designed to expand real estate exposure beyond mortgage notes.

Prospective investors begin by signing up and reviewing fund documents, investor resources, and strategy materials. This stage helps clarify eligibility, account structure, fund objectives, risk considerations, and how retirement capital may be positioned within a self-directed IRA or 401(k).
The CEO Fund combines experienced management, real estate collateral, and investor-focused administration.
Led by a Certified Note Investing Specialist with deep corporate finance and mortgage expertise.
A 10+ year track record and 500+ loans purchased demonstrate disciplined fund execution.
Assets span 50+ states, helping investors access diversified real estate-backed opportunities nationwide.
Investors pursue passive income without handling tenants, toilets, tiles, or property management.
Experienced fund leaders in finance and real estate.
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.
Retirement Benefits Fund Services & Administration refers to support for investors seeking to use self-directed retirement funds, such as IRAs or 401(k)s, to access professionally managed alternative investments. The CEO Fund focuses on real estate-backed mortgage note strategies, investor onboarding, fund documentation, quarterly communications, and administrative guidance for accredited investors pursuing passive income opportunities.
Get answers about eligibility, onboarding, and retirement-account investing.
Specialized leadership in mortgage note investing
Established history managing real estate-backed investments
Broad acquisition history across national markets
Submit your information to connect with The CEO Fund team, review investor eligibility, and discuss retirement-account investment options.
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.