Manraj Multani
Summary
Entrepreneurial real estate and finance professional with a robust background in institutional capital markets and early-stage ventures. Expertise in directing sustainable real estate development and structuring complex transactions at Palari Group resulted in the successful formation of joint ventures and management of multimillion-dollar projects. Previous experience at Citi and Basis Investment Group included underwriting over $100 million across CMBS, Agency, and structured equity deals, while simultaneously leading strategy and fundraising initiatives at Biotune Wellness through investor deck creation, financial modeling, and go-to-market planning. Renowned for merging financial acumen with startup agility, fostering investor relations, and demonstrating cross-functional leadership to drive growth across diverse sectors.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Strategy & Finance
Biotune Wellness
08.2025 - Current
- Partner with CEO on fundraising strategy, investor relations, and capital planning for a wellness-tech startup (sound-based therapeutic hardware).
- Build 5-year operating/valuation models and investor-ready materials aligned to a $1.5–$2.0M pre-seed raise; lead diligence and data room prep.
- Drive go-to-market: B2B partnerships (boutique hotels, spas, wellness operators), product sales, and licensing opportunities.
- Stand up finance ops (budgeting, runway tracking, KPI reporting) and a simple pipeline/CRM to prioritize near-term revenue.
- Lead cross-functional execution (finance, BD, marketing), securing early partner/investor interest and accelerating pilot activity.
Director of Real Estate & Finance
Palari Homes
05.2020 - 07.2025
- Partnered directly with CEO to scale a sustainable development platform, leading an 8-person team across acquisitions, construction, and investments.
- Originated and executed multimillion-dollar transactions in Southern California, driving projects from financial modeling and diligence through closing.
- Spearheaded the firm's first joint venture with Mighty Buildings, delivering one of the world's first 3D-printed, net-zero energy housing communities.
- Designed and implemented ADU rental/financial strategies, modeling STR/MTR/LTR returns and navigating California regulations to unlock new revenue streams.
- Produced investor memorandums and market analyses that secured capital partners and advanced Palari's pipeline of single-family and multifamily developments.
Associate Underwriter (CMBS & Real Estate Finance)
Citigroup Inc
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Evaluate and underwrite new investment opportunities ($5MM-$200MM) for CMBS financing across all commercial real estate asset types including hospitality, multifamily, office, retail, industrial, and self-storage facilities
- Underwrote a $13MM refinance of a multifamily asset located in Brooklyn, New York: Conducted a take-out analysis for a 421(a) tax abatement and advised borrower to escrow $1.5MM during loan term in order to mitigate against the take-out risk and maintain loan proceeds; as a result, the net exposure at loan maturity equated to an 8.0% DY
- Coordinated over $105MM of new CMBS investment opportunities: Managed client relationships between real estate investors and Skyline Capital (mortgage broker). Successfully underwrote and closed Citi's first deal with Skyline Capital, which led to receiving 13 new deals from the broker over a two-month period
- Participate in all phases of the transaction process, including origination, financial analysis, due diligence, and securitization abatement and advised borrower to escrow $1.5MM during loan term in order to mitigate against the take-out risk and maintain loan proceeds; as a result, the net exposure at loan maturity equated to an 8.0% DY
Associate, Senior Analyst, Analyst
Basis Investment Group
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Structured over $100MM of financing for real estate acquisitions or recapitalizations through Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae loan programs and increased year over year profitability by approximately 50% on Agency financing
- Prepared detailed financial models for sizing and underwriting of CMBS, Bridge, Agency, & Preferred Equity/Mezzanine financing, and calculated key metrics to determine feasibility and structuring of loans
- Underwrote a $30MM acquisition of an anchored retail center in Tampa, Florida: Analyzed rollover risk during 10-year loan term which led to structuring the deal with a 12-month cash flow sweep in the final year of the loan in addition to an upfront TI/LC reserve of $1MM and an ongoing TI/LC reserve of $1.00/SF ($341K annually)
- Analyzed over 300 transactions for various asset types and underwrote 70% of total Agency loans closed in 2018
- Trained and oversaw a pool of Analysts; allocated more than 15 hours a week to review and provide feedback on Analysts' daily products comprised of loan sizing (financial models) and underwriting narratives; two members were promoted to Senior Analysts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate
New York University
New York, NY05.2018
Bridge Program Certificate - Business
Tuck School of Business At Dartmouth
Hanover, NH08-2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
New York University
New York, NY01-2015
Skills
- Financial Modeling & Forecasting – 5-year projections, scenario planning, valuation analysis
- Capital Raising & Investor Materials – pitch decks, memorandums, data rooms, investor relations support
- Strategic Planning & Business Consulting – growth roadmaps, go-to-market strategy, KPI dashboards
- Real Estate Finance & Development – underwriting (CMBS, Agency, Bridge), ADU/3D-printed housing strategy, sustainable design
- Partnerships & Business Development – B2B/B2B2C deal structuring, licensing, revenue growth strategies
- Presentation & Communication – investor-ready decks, clear storytelling, polished deliverables (Canva, PowerPoint, Google Workspace)
- Market Research & Competitive Analysis – industry mapping, TAM/SAM/SOM sizing, identifying whitespace opportunities
- Operations & Process Optimization – pipeline tracking, workflow automation, performance dashboards
- Fundraising Strategy & Advisory – convertible notes, SAFE agreements, equity structuring, cap table planning
- Creative & Brand Strategy – positioning, storytelling, and messaging that resonate with both investors and customers
Accomplishments
- Pioneered 3D-Printed Sustainable Housing: Led Palari Group's joint venture with Mighty Buildings to deliver the world's first 3D-printed zero-net-energy housing community in Rancho Mirage, CA (15 homes; ~$15M project), establishing a new benchmark for sustainable development.
- Drove Capital Raises & Investor Strategy: Secured $7.2M in equity financing for Palari's 20-home community and currently leading Biotune Wellness's ongoing pre-seed fundraising, building investor decks, financial models, and pitch strategy to support growth.
- Earned National Media Recognition: Featured by CNN , AP News, and other outlets for groundbreaking work in 3D-printed, sustainable housing, amplifying brand visibility and industry credibility.
- Recognized Among Industry Leaders: Selected as one of the Top 100 People in Real Estate Magazine (2021) , highlighting leadership in sustainable and technology-driven real estate.
- Led Cross-Functional Startup Execution: Partnered directly with founders and CEOs to shape strategy and execution — at Palari, guided an 8-member team across construction, sales, and finance; at Biotune, drove investor readiness, operational planning, and early go-to-market initiatives.
- Delivered Multidisciplinary Impact: Structured $100M+ in real estate financings early in career and now applying that financial expertise to scaling wellness technology ventures, bridging industries with strategic and analytical leadership.
Hobbies and Interests
Music production & DJing (MAJÏ - artist name) · Creative arts & digital media · Independent equity trading (blue-chip & emerging markets) · Community leadership (District Leader, Soka Gakkai International) · Volunteering (Events Chair, Pajama Program) · Meditation & wellness · Reading · Global travel · Golf · NBA & NFL (Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Rams)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Head of Strategy & Finance
Biotune Wellness
08.2025 - Current
Director of Real Estate & Finance
Palari Homes
05.2020 - 07.2025
Associate Underwriter (CMBS & Real Estate Finance)
Citigroup Inc
08.2019 - 05.2020
Associate, Senior Analyst, Analyst
Basis Investment Group
07.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate
New York University
Bridge Program Certificate - Business
Tuck School of Business At Dartmouth
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
New York University
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