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Anthony Geraci

CO-CEO AND CO-FOUNDER

Anthony Geraci

CO-CEO AND CO-FOUNDER

Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Stratus Financial, Anthony Geraci, Esq., followed his passion for aviation and obtained both his Commercial Pilot Certificate and Ground Instructor Ratings in 2020. During his instruction, he recognized a lack of available funding in the space.

Bringing a combination of legal and financial expertise to Stratus Financial, Anthony is tasked with strategy creation for the firm. A skilled mortgage lending and securities law attorney, Anthony has authored numerous articles on real estate finance and security subjects. Over the past fifteen years, he has run financial funds and served as legal advisor to several lending funds which have totaled more than $100 Billion offered and more than $200 Million raised. Leveraging his securities background, Anthony has been instrumental in securing credit lines and starting capital raising ventures to fund flight school loans for Stratus Financial.

A founding member of EO (Entrepreneurs Organization) Inland Empire and Founder and Vice Chairman of the American Association of Private Lenders (AAPL), Anthony keeps his finger on the pulse of the financial industry.

Brandon Martini

CO-CEO AND CO-FOUNDER

Brandon Martini

CO-CEO AND CO-FOUNDER

In his role as Co-CEO and Co-Founder at Stratus Financial, Brandon spearheads strategic initiatives and oversees day-to-day operations to drive growth and ensure operational excellence. Together with Stratus FInancial's exceptional team, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's vision and implementing a customer-centric approach. Stratus' mission is to revolutionize the financial landscape by offering comprehensive and intuitive solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients.

Brandon has been flying since 2014 and holds Commercial Pilot Certificates along with CFI/CFII/MEI instructor ratings. He has a deep knowledge of part 141 and part 61 flight school operations in addition to training guidelines set forth by syllabuses and the FAA.

With expertise in flight instruction and a deep understanding of pilot student loans and private finance, Brandon leverages his skills to create innovative solutions in the aviation industry.

Don Ho

General Counsel

Don Ho

General Counsel

Stratus Financial's Compliance and Regulatory team is lead by our General Counsel Don Ho, who joined Stratus in January 2024. Don is an accomplished attorney with over 18 years of business law experience. A recipient of an academic scholarship to Chapman University School of Law, Don's expertise spans the spectrum from innovative tech startups to established companies with annual revenues exceeding $100 million. Don is also a monthly contributor on compliance and emerging technologies to the University of California's CEB DailyNews newsletter.

Eljona Shkreli

Managing Director, Investor Relations

Eljona Shkreli

Managing Director, Investor Relations

As Head of Investor Relations at Stratus, Eljona is key in cultivating and strengthening relationships with the company’s investors and the broader financial community. She focuses on maintaining strong ties with existing investors while building new connections, providing consistent updates and transparent communication.

With over eight years of experience in Private Banking, Eljona has managed high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) client relationships, earning a reputation for uncovering opportunities and delivering tailored financial solutions that meet her clients’ investment goals.

During her time with J.P. Morgan and Citi Private Bank ,Eljona earned expertise in banking, asset allocation and relationship management.

Eljona holds a bachelor’s in Foreign Languages and an MBA from Wagner College. Known for her client-first approach, she has consistently delivered exceptional results.

Outside of work, she enjoys writing, public speaking, wellness, and traveling to explore new cultures and meet new people.

Ashwin Hassija

EVP Capital

Ashwin Hassija

EVP Capital

Ashwin is an investment executive with over 10 years of experience in investment management, structured finance, and capital acquisition. He is the Executive Vice President at Stratus Financial, where he is responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives and capital acquisition to scale the firm’s financial services offerings.

Ashwin has deep expertise in private equity, alternative investments, and real estate finance, having successfully structured and executed complex transactions, including M&A, leveraged buyouts, and structured credit solutions.

His career spans multiple asset classes, with a strong focus on private equity, real estate, and alternative investments. Ashwin has successfully structured and executed complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, and capital markets strategies. He has deep expertise in fundraising, deal structuring, and institutional investor relations, helping businesses secure growth capital and optimize financial performance

Before joining Stratus Financial, Ashwin was Head of Investor Relations & Investments at Livento Group, where he led institutional fundraising and structured investment opportunities across various sectors. He has also worked as an independent consultant, advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), family offices, and private equity funds on capital deployment strategies. Earlier in his career, he held a leadership role at CBRE Capital Markets, managing real estate divestments, joint ventures, and capital markets transactions.

Ashwin holds an MBA in Finance & International Business from the University of San Francisco and lives in Los Angeles.

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