Forte is a digital investment platform that gives individual investors access to shares of institutional-grade real estate opportunities.
With a $1,000 minimum and a streamlined portal experience, we make it simple to build a diversified portfolio while staying fully informed along the way.
Our goal is to remove barriers in traditional real estate investing so more people can access institutional-quality opportunities and participate in projects that support community growth.
Forte partners with experienced real estate operators to identify and manage properties. Our primary sourcing partner is Veloce Capital, a firm with deep expertise in multifamily and mixed-use real estate along the East Coast.
Veloce Capital focuses on sourcing and operating properties. Forte evaluates which opportunities to bring onto the platform, structures the offerings, and delivers the investor experience through our portal.
From sign up and funding to tracking distributions and accessing tax documents, everything happens inside the Forte Investor Portal powered by Dalmore, a real estate investment management platform. Clear workflows and real-time reporting keep you in control.
Invest from $1,000.
Available to both accredited and non-accredited investors.
A modern portal experience that makes investing intuitive and transparent.
Forte works with proven operators like Veloce Capital to source and manage opportunities, while investors engage through one consistent Forte platform.
Results may vary; this testimonial reflects one investor’s experience and may not represent all investors.
Founder
Shauzab is transforming real estate investing through a fractional ownership platform. With over 25 years of global experience in consulting, strategy, and technology, Shauzab has a proven track record of driving innovation, transformation, and growth.
His C-Suite leadership experience at IBM and thereafter at Adecco Group’s Pontoon Solutions, enables him to understand industry priorities in the context of business and technology innovation. His commitment to community development guides Forte Investment Fund’s mission to democratize institutional-grade real-estate investments.
Head of Investor Relations
Michael is the former Vice President of Sharestates, a leading PropTech platform. As a financial services expert with over 15 years of experience in real estate investment and wealth management, Michael’s mission has been to enhance how investors access and succeed in real estate investment opportunities through technology-driven solutions. Michael built his expertise managing both institutional relationships and individual investors through his roles at Merrill Lynch, U.S. Trust, and Sharestates. His comprehensive experience spans credit analysis, asset management, operations, trading desk functions, and investment strategy across various real estate investment types.
Head of Finance
Ryan has nearly 20 years in alternative investments, starting as a fund accountant at Citigroup and Morgan Stanley Fund Services. He focused on accounting and collaborated with operations teams on firm-wide projects. Over his career, he has dealt with various asset classes and complex financial calculations. For the past 4 years, Ryan has been Vice President of Finance and Compliance at Veloce Capital and founded Cardinal Financial Consulting, offering bookkeeping and fractional CFO services while maintaining a presence in alternative investments.
Growth and Operations Manager
At Forte, Tasveera drives growth initiatives and operations, enhancing investor engagement and shaping brand identity. Her ESG background supports Forte’s mission to democratize real estate investing through transparent, sustainable practices. Previously, she led ESG strategy at Willis Towers Watson (WTW), conducted maturity assessments at Grant Thornton, and contributed to growth at Thallo. Her background includes research at Columbia University, digital strategy at Al Jazeera Contrast VR, and political campaign roles. Tasveera holds a master’s from the London School of Economics and a bachelor’s from King’s College London.
Advisor
Surf is a seasoned real estate investment and financing expert, leading Veloce Capital’s overall vision and strategic direction. With a deep proficiency in deal-making, structuring complex transactions, and fostering strong client relationships, Surf has established himself as a pivotal force in the industry.
His innovative approach to developing solutions drives Veloce Capital’s success in a highly competitive market, positioning the firm as a leader in multifamily and mixed-use real estate investments.
Advisor
Martin is the CEO of Netcapital (Nasdaq: NCPL), a fintech company that provides other companies with a full range of services from strategic advice to raising capital through an SEC-registered funding portal. He has been an advisor/investor/board member for several transformational early-stage technology companies, beginning with the original Napster.
Prior to his current role, Martin was a Managing Director with Accenture Strategy and a Partner with IBM. He began his strategy consulting career at Bain & Company where he became a Partner and led Bain’s global Telecom, Media, and Technology practice.
Martin received an MA in Physics from Oxford University and an MBA from Stanford. He is married with four children and lives in Boston, USA. He has lived and worked in the UK, Australia and the US, and holds dual UK and US citizenship.
Advisor
Brianne is a visual designer and storyteller, producing award-winning and results-driven work across multiple industries. She takes a strategic approach in planning and executing corporate branding, UX/UI, design and development, as well as event and print design. Brianne worked as the Associate Director of Design at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, where she played a critical role in leading the design team, providing creative services for over eight departments with unique audiences and producing creative solutions that align with corporate goals and build brand reputation.
Brianne is a graduate of the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, with a certificate in Leadership Fundamentals from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
Advisor
Sarah is a storyteller and strategist who loves to solve a problem. She has worked as a brand, growth and content marketer for 20 years. With a mix of academic, startup and corporate experience, Sarah leans into her curiosity, creativity, and ability to build from scratch. For the past six years, Sarah has partnered directly with universities, early-stage and venture-backed tech startups, global enterprises, corporate venture groups, and venture capital firms through her firm, Storyworthy Studios.
A graduate of the University of Kansas, Sarah has earned certificates in innovation design, leadership, marketing and communications from IDEO U, the University of California, and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
