He also plays a key role in identifying new business opportunities and collaborating with Private Equity Partners. Before joining AREÁD, Mr. Afkhami worked at Amazon, where he led a team of over 200 employees and optimized workflows. His outstanding performance and commitment to exceeding manufacturing goals earned him several promotions. Mr. Afkhami joined the AREÁD team in 2019, focusing on managing complex private equity partnerships while maintaining the firm's reputation in construction for delivering projects on time and within budget. He is a licensed Real Estate Agent in Arizona and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of Arizona, along with a Master's Degree in Real Estate Development from Arizona State University.