About Makan
The Story Behind
the Experience.
For over twenty-five years, Makan Mostafavi has built businesses, invested capital, advised entrepreneurs, and navigated markets through multiple economic cycles.
His career has never followed a single path. Instead, each chapter has expanded his perspective on business, investing, leadership, and long-term growth.
Today, he brings that experience to help other entrepreneurs build stronger companies and better lives.
The Journey
Every chapter built the next.
1998
Began investing in real estate.
2003
Entered mortgage lending.
2006
Founded a real estate brokerage firm.
2010
Expanded into private equity and principal investments.
2017
Began building and investing in independent media.
2020
Launched The Truth Hurts Show.
2026
Launched 021B Media and expanded the educational platform.
The Mission
Experience with
Purpose.
Everything Makan does is driven by a simple belief: real experience should create real impact.
It's not about titles or transactions. It's about helping entrepreneurs and investors make smarter decisions, create value, and build something that lasts.
Real Estate
Billions in transactions across residential, commercial, land, and development.
Private Equity
Investing in and operating businesses with long-term growth potential.
Consulting
Advising entrepreneurs and executives on strategy, growth, and execution.
Media
Building platforms that educate, challenge, and inspire action.
Experience Across Industries
Decades of
Building, Investing,
and Leading.
Let's build
what's next.
Whether you're building a business, raising capital, or looking for strategic guidance, Makan brings decades of experience and a proven track record of creating real value.
