Mehdi Amini
CEO & Principal
United Legacy
Panel: From the Real Estate Investor’s Perspective: How Investors Evaluate Deals and Partner with Lenders
A proven business leader and dynamic investor, Mehdi Amini brings over 30 years of expertise in capital markets, real estate, mortgage banking, and alternative investments. As CEO and Principal of United Legacy, he has been instrumental in securing over $7.3 billion in capital while building strategic partnerships that drive long-term value. His investment experience spans technology, hospitality, and large-scale real estate projects across the U.S. and internationally.
Mr. Amini began his career as a Sales Manager at International Telecommunications Corporation, where he led a team of 145 employees and oversaw a customer base of 3.3 million. He later became the youngest Senior Director in Excel Communications’ history, contributing to the company’s rapid rise to a $1 billion valuation—achieved faster than Microsoft. As Vice President at Lei Financial, he played a key role in mortgage banking and brokering, overseeing $1 billion in annual volume across 30 states.
Driven by a commitment to empowering individuals and fostering financial success, he went on to serve as President of American Mortgage Group and later as CEO of American Mortgage Bank. Under his leadership, the company earned recognition as an Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company. Today, Mr. Amini continues to lead United Legacy and its portfolio of brands, leveraging his market expertise, strategic vision, and relentless drive to deliver premier investment opportunities across real estate, mortgage solutions, capital markets, and alternative investments.
A resident of Rancho Santa Fe, Mr. Amini remains deeply engaged in his community. Beyond his professional accomplishments, he dedicates time to mentorship and leadership development, including coaching his son’s San Diego Little League team, where he instills the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.