The People Behind the Profits

Our Team

Executive Team

Kiani Kharfan

Kiani Kharfan

CEO

About Kiani

As the founder of Novacrest, Kiani Kharfan leads the firm’s investment strategy and growth. With more than seven years of experience, she has built the systems and team behind Novacrest’s consistent performance. Her work is guided by a belief in thoughtful investing, strong partnerships, and long-term impact.

Cody Burke

Cody Burke

VP, Investor Relations & Capital Markets

About Cody

Cody serves as VP of Investor Relations & Capital Markets at Novacrest, bringing over 15 years of experience in early-stage investing, and operational leadership. He leads investor strategy, capital structuring, and risk alignment to ensure each opportunity supports long-term stability and scalable growth.

Anwar Kharfan

Anwar Kharfan

VP, Real Estate & Asset Management

About Anwar

Anwar serves as VP of Real Estate & Asset Management at Novacrest, overseeing real estate strategy across the full investment lifecycle. Since entering the industry in 2019, he has built experience across multiple roles in the industry while maintaining a deep commitment to smart asset management. He plays a central role in sourcing opportunities, guiding development and operations, and maximizing long-term asset performance.

Gillian Held

Gillian Held

Head of Marketing & Media

About Gillian

Gillian serves as the Head of Marketing & Media at Novacrest, bringing over 14 years of experience leading strategic marketing initiatives across digital and brand channels. She oversees all marketing efforts for the firm, shaping the strategy behind Novacrest’s digital presence and investor experience. Her focus is on creating thoughtful, seamless interactions that support both prospective and current investors, ensuring the brand reflects Novacrest’s long-term, relationship-driven approach.

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Nixon Padilla

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Nixon Padilla

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Industry Leaders

Michael Talpas

Michael Talpas

Residential Investment Strategist
Britton Long

Britton Long

Real Estate Contractor
Julio Hernandez

Julio Hernandez

Car Wash Operator
Carlos Laya

Carlos Laya

Car Wash Operator
Leonardo Brito Esq

Leonardo Brito Esq

Real Estate & Commercial Attorney
Christopher Rogers

Christopher Rogers

SEC Attorney
Asher Ang

Asher Ang

SEC Attorney
Larry Pendleton

Larry Pendleton

CPA
Edward Lyon

Edward Lyon

Tax Planner