Our Investment Team
With a passion for exploration and an entrepreneurial spirit, Kelvin "PJ Kev" Mensah has swiftly risen to become one of the youngest and most prominent private jet brokers globally. Catering to high-net-worth individuals spanning media, entertainment, sports, and corporate sectors, Kelvin has earned recognition as a burgeoning star in the travel industry. Operating across North America, the United Kingdom, and West Africa, Kelvin orchestrated over 500 private jet charters in 2022 alone.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Kelvin is dedicated to philanthropy, intending to establish a mentorship foundation nurturing academic excellence among children. By imparting opportunities for others to follow suit, he envisions a legacy of empowerment spanning generations. In tandem with his philanthropic pursuits, Kelvin has cultivated a diverse portfolio of ventures under his renowned "PJ Kev Approved" brand, in collaboration with his longtime partner and business manager, Aaron Wilson. Their flagship venture, Approved Jets, soared to multi-million dollar revenues within its inaugural year, while Kelvin's foray into e-learning tools and the release of the book "How To Get Funding For Your Startup" garnered widespread acclaim.
Kelvin Mensah
Corey Dean's career commenced in JP Morgan's esteemed Commercial Real Estate Group, where he orchestrated the allocation of over $1.3 billion across 50+ properties in 10+ states. His expertise in real estate finance spanned mortgage and mezzanine debt, facilitating pivotal transactions in acquisition, recapitalization, development, and refinancing.
At JP Morgan, Corey meticulously crafted financial models, conducted valuation analyses, and scrutinized property financials to guide financing decisions. He adeptly assessed tenant leases, gauging credit risk and lease rollover dynamics. Corey also led exhaustive due diligence, reviewing property agreements, third-party reports, and legal documents.
A Cornell University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a minor in Business, Corey's collegiate journey was complemented by Division I football participation, reflecting his dedication to excellence both on and off the field.
Corey Dean
Lylle Ryals brings a wealth of expertise from the intersection of technology, particularly in the realms of home improvement and e-commerce. Over the past seven years, Lylle has been immersed in SaaS, where he has excelled in spearheading new acquisition GTM teams.
At Shopify, Lylle played a pivotal role as one of the founding members of the Enterprise outbound sales team. With a clean slate, he orchestrated the entire GTM strategy, driving remarkable growth by scaling the sales team from 5 to 43 sales reps within just two years. Under his leadership, the team sourced over $1 billion in pipeline and translating into $350 million in closed won revenue.
Lylle's academic foundation is rooted in a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Adelphi University, where he also contributed his talents to the D2 men's basketball team, showcasing his commitment to excellence both in academics and athletics.