Pathways to Real Estate Investing Conference

BIGG VINNY (Vencent Van-Zant Hickerson) is a Country Music Artist from Nashville and his band Trailer Choir have hit the Top 40 Billboard hot country chart with 5 singles. Best known for the CMT award nominated ROCKIN THE BEERGUT, Vinny and his group were signed to Toby Keith's Showdog Universal Records in 2007.

Noble is the principal and co-founder of a hospitality brand, a real estate investor, an industry consultant, speaker, best-selling author, podcast host, and mentor & coach to students around the world. Over the past seven+ years, he has grown a portfolio of multiple doors across Texas consisting of owned assets and leased units.

Amber is an Award-Winning Author, Former Pro Curves Model turned Woman in Construction, Keynote Speaker and Results Driven Success Architect. Amber is on a mission to help entrepreneurs re model their current blueprint of success so they can skyrocket their momentum, elevate their influence (especially on stages) and step into their next level of wealth.

Brenda Chen is the Managing Director at Conventus Lending, a nationwide lender to real estate investors with $7.4B+ in funded real estate projects. She founded the SF Bay Real Estate Club in 2018, which now has 1,600+ members and 100+ hosted events. In 2020, she launched Venus Ventures, investing in technology and real estate development in CA while also supporting charities and creating Venus Rising, a social club for women.

Jane Ng is a short-term rental investor, co-host, and founder of The Investing Mom Academy. She is married with three kids and owns four short-term rental properties while co-hosting 10–15 additional homes for other investors. Through her coaching business, Jane helps parents build wealth and dramatically reduce their tax burden, often by hundreds of thousands of dollars, by using short-term rentals as a strategic tax and cash-flow vehicle.

Ian Cruz, CPA, is the founder of Three Little Pigs (TLP) Investments, with a portfolio concentrated in Cincinnati, OH. Ian has a wide range of experience in acquisitions, due diligence, underwriting, investor relations, and financial reporting. Ian began his investment journey guiding his mom through a build-to-suit 1031 exchange, upgrading a single-family home to a 5-unit property that allowed for an ADU addition. Ian has since transacted over 200 units in Cincinnati, OH. Ian hosts the Cincinnati Fractional Community of 200+ members and organizes an annual investor’s field trip to explore the market. Ian has spoken on several real estate panels, such as SAREcon 2023, NVST, and the Best Ever Podcast. Ian previously spent a decade at Canvas Ventures as their Manager of Finance. He was responsible for overseeing fund accounting, portfolio tracking, and valuation processes for six funds while ensuring compliance with ASC820 standards. Ian also managed financial operations for the management company, including preparing budgets, reconciling cash flows, and analyzing portfolio construction to support follow-on investments and recycling strategies. Outside of business, Ian moonlights at a non-profit boxing organization and coaches members to not only compete in the sport of boxing, but also live healthier and more active lives. Ian has also served as the Treasurer of Dreamland Boxing, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, consultant to Downtown Yoga Shala, and is an Athlete Ambassador to a number of race organizations, such as the Big Sur Marathon, the Kaiser Permanente Half Marathon, and Depression2Extinction.

Brenda Villafranco is a transactional funding specialist who helps real estate investors close deals smoothly and fast. She earns income by providing Earnest Money Deposits, funding Double Closes, and executing Stack Method transactions—bridging gaps so opportunities don’t fall apart at the closing table. With a sharp eye for structure and speed, Brenda is known for being the behind-the-scenes force that gets complex deals across the finish line.

Based in the south of Spain, surrounded by beaches and sunshine, David helps international buyers find the right properties — whether that’s a dreamy holiday home, a place to live full-time, or a smart investment that actually performs. At Pathways to Real Estate Investing, David is breaking down what it really takes to buy in Spain… ✔️ how to spot good deals ✔️ off-plan vs resale (and which makes sense) ✔️ rental strategies that work right now He’s known for being straight-up, well-connected, and super practical, the kind of guy who saves you time, stress, and expensive mistakes

Ramandeep Sidhu is a care home owner, licensed administrator, and coach who helps individuals open and operate residential care homes for the elderly—step by step. Having personally navigated everything from property selection and fire clearance to licensing, staffing, and full operations, he brings real-world insight to every client he works with. Unlike generic courses, Ramandeep’s coaching is hands-on and personalized, guiding clients through the exact systems, processes, and decisions needed to get licensed and operational. His mission is to help others build compliant, profitable care homes while delivering quality, compassionate care to seniors.

Jeff Chheuy walked away from a high-paying pharmacy career by building a portfolio of remote Airbnbs that run on systems — not his time. His edge? Small-town, affordable homes (often under $250K) in overlooked rural markets that cash flow and scale. Today, he leads Teeco — a 1:1 mentorship and services company helping high-income professionals invest in short-term rentals without overpaying, burning out, or becoming a landlord. Teeco guides clients from market picking to design, setup, and remote ops — including financing strategies that unlock deals with as little as 10% down. Jeff and his team have launched over 100 Airbnbs. Teeco’s design crew brings experience from HGTV, boutique hotels, and high-end residential — creating listings that stand out, convert, and command premium rates. His mission: help families build generational wealth through automation, tax-smart ownership, and real estate that actually creates freedom.

Meet Pilar, a lawyer whose practice is firmly rooted in the realities of property ownership and investment on the Costa del Sol. With extensive expertise in Real Estate Law, Pilar advises both national and international clients on property transactions, due diligence, urban planning, and dispute resolution in one of Spain’s most dynamic real estate markets. Known for combining deep legal knowledge with a practical, client-focused approach, Pilar, helps clients navigate the complexities of Spanish property law with clarity and confidence.

May Castillo is a social media and marketing strategist who helps personal brands and businesses establish their online authority. With over 2,500 clients around the world, her work focuses on content strategy, online sales, and visibility that clearly and consistently positions expertise. May helps brands communicate what they do in a way that earns trust, attention, and long-term recognition. She will be speaking on how to get and manage your leads from social media, using manual and automated processes that save you time