Innovative Capital Corporation

Since 2003, Mr. Likert has been involved in asset management and private money placement. In 2007, he started his own real estate investment firm: Innovative Capital Corporation. Since its inception, Innovative Capital has delivered high-quality, mortgage-backed investments for its clients. Innovative Capital Corporation specializes in financing that is not offered by traditional lending institutions.In addition to private capital, Mr. Likert has an extensive background in commercial development focusing on multifamily properties.

Mr. Likert received his bachelor’s degree from San Diego State University and an MBA from the University of San Diego. Mr. Likert is licensed by the California Department of Real Estate (License #01418007).

Brent Arteaga-Biggs is a Partner at Innovative Capital Corporation, a commercial finance brokerage. He started his career in finance as a banker in 2004, earning top sales and analysis designations. As a self-motivated and highly competitive person, Brent built the foundation of his career in sales before turning his individual production towards leading sales teams. After many years processing and underwriting business loans, Brent found his next calling in bridging financial disciplines with institutional lenders and private capital to find innovative finance solutions for his clients and business partners.

Brent is a passionate team builder and is constantly looking to make connections and finding solutions to problems. Brent is a father to a newborn baby girl and husband to an incredible wife. You can find Brent in the ocean surfing when he is not with his family, work or supporting the community.

Has been in the real estate industry for over 10 years. During the real estate market crash of 2008, she held the position as director of dispositions for a private investor, focusing on the disposition of over 3,000 foreclosed and distressed properties held throughout the most economically affected areas in the United States.

Aida made the step into financing at the Commercial and Private Capital level when she joined Innovative Capital Corporation in 2014. Aida’s real estate experience and work ethics have been vital to the growth of our company and the service we offer our clients. In addition, Aida serves as the secretary of the board of directors for ICC.

Has been a leader in both Commercial and Residential Finance for over 25 years. David began his career at Wells Fargo as a Residential Loan Specialist. He continued with Wells Fargo moving into a Mortgage Loan Officer position. Soon after, he joined the CRA Team to help prepare Wells Fargo for the Great American Bank merger. David later transitioned to Construction and Private Capital Financing with Powell Financial Services, Inc. In 2007, David co-founded Innovative Capital Corporation, focusing on Commercial and Private Capital.

A driven entrepreneur, David left Finance to purchase a struggling company in the Automotive Industry. After stabilizing and selling that company, David jumped back on board at Innovative Capital Corporation. Since his return, he continues to provide Commercial and Private Capital Financing.

David’s strong ties to San Diego State University (1990) have kept him involved with the Alumni Association for over a decade. David is currently a member of the San Diego State Real Estate Advisory Board, which provides scholarships, mentoring, and advanced classes for SDSU students. The primary goal is to ensure students are ready “day 1”, for a job in the Real Estate Industry.

A Business Development Officer for Innovative Capital and operates mostly in the Orange County and Los Angeles Markets. Trey’s responsibilities include origination, underwriting, and placement of transactions with lenders. He graduated from San Diego State University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Real Estate with distinction in the major. During his time at SDSU he was a participant of the 2018 winning SDSU team for the NAIOP University Challenge and an active member of the Real Estate Society on campus. Trey enjoys guiding his clients from start to finish on their commercial financing transactions by understanding his clients’ goals up front, which allows him to structure a transaction that will be best for the clients growth and prosperity in the future. In his free time you can find Trey playing beach volleyball, golfing, hiking, or sitting on the couch watching sports.

Has over 15 years of experience in business development, sales, and marketing and is inspired to help clients find innovative solutions to realize their financial goals. He graduated in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science, Finance Degree from San Diego State University. Revel genuinely enjoys making personal connections with clients and partners, and taking the time to learn about their unique business. He is an active member of the ProVisors community, which provides a network of professionals that supports the different needs of any organization. When Revel isn’t working to serve his clients, he enjoys spending his free time with his wife Melissa, daughter Siena and son Beau.

Tim Panza started his professional career in the United States Marine Corps serving our country during Operation Enduring Freedom.  After his four years serving in the Marines, Tim completed his Finance degree at Arizona State University.  Right out of college, he worked with a real estate development firm. Tim then transitioned to Commercial Banking where he would spend 15 years working as a Commercial Loan Underwriter, Business Development Officer, and Relationship Manager providing his clients with financial solutions that meet their needs.  

During Tim’s time in banking, he has helped numerous business owners purchase their first building or find the right working capital solution to fund their operations. Additionally, Tim has worked with countless Commercial Real Estate Investors to help fund their portfolio of real estate and assist with their real estate construction needs.  With Tim’s background and experience, he is well-equipped to help any client with their diverse financing needs nationwide.

When Tim’s not working with his clients, you will find him walking on the San Diego Bay with his lovely wife Kim and their dog Duchess, or cheering the San Diego Legion Rugby team on to victory.  Tim is also an active member of the ProVisors community.

Andrew is a real estate professional with 5+ years of experience in the lending industry. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Management Science from University of California San Diego, he started his career as a Commercial Loan Officer with Axos Bank in 2016. At Axos Bank, he quickly rose to be awarded Top Inside Sales Originator for 2018, 2019, and 2020.

During his time at the bank, Andrew also held the responsibilities of underwriting, processing, and closing. With his robust knowledge of construction lending, bridge lending, AB structured finance and permanent financing, Andrew helped countless clients structure the perfect loan for their unique real estate ventures. Andrew enjoys the challenge of handling a diverse range of loans and makes every effort to be involved in each step of his client’s process.

When he’s not serving his clients, you can find Andrew snowboarding, playing beach volleyball, camping, or travelling to new places.

Shelley was introduced to real estate and lending, working part-time in college, which evolved into her lifetime profession. Gaining experience early in her career in loan operations, she developed a solid understanding of the lending process and risk management before turning to production.

With over 30 years in the industry and serving as a Wholesale Account Executive for 20 years, she has represented both private and large commercial entities throughout her career. Shelley is committed to advocating for her clients with professionalism by adapting to the pulse of real estate cycles, market trends, and rate volatility. Relying on experience, knowledge, and instinct, she takes care to deliver reliable lending support. Shelley’s spare time passions include family, cooking, sailing, live music, and supporting youth organizations committed to music education.

In 2006, Bobby graduated from California State University Sacramento with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a double concentration in General Management and Real Estate and Land Use. He started working as a project manager for a construction company in the California Bay Area in 2007, serving municipalities and large developers and customers builders. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the lead estimator and superintendent of operations. Within five years, Bobby doubled his company’s sales volume and expanded its service areas. Working for and owning a small business Bobby has seen firsthand the difficulty Small businesses have acquiring capital through the traditional commercial lending process. Bobby leverages this experience to understand his clients and helps them navigate the complexities of commercial lending.

Carl Maggio grew up in La Jolla, California and graduated from Arizona State University in 1995. He obtained his California real estate license in 1997 and has assisted countless borrowers with non-traditional real estate financing solutions since 2006. Focusing primarily on residential loans for the past 17 years, Carl wanted to expand into commercial lending and joins Innovative Capital as a broker-associate. Carl is a licensed broker with the California Department of Real Estate, broker license #01216308 and NMLS #700208.

When not assisting his clients, Carl enjoys spending time with his wife and five children.