MM Lending presents The Cleveland Investor Social

Cleveland Investor Social
06.22.26 | 6–8 PM | The South Side
Food & Drinks Provided

Join MM Lending for a relaxed but impactful evening of networking, insight, and real estate strategy with two of Cleveland's most dynamic investors — all while enjoying provided craft drinks, good food, and great company at The South Side.

Meet Your Speakers

Michael Azzam - Owner of The Azzam Group
Michael Azzam is a lifelong Cleveland area resident driven by his passion for helping people. Before beginning his career as a realtor, Mike helped others through his work as a registered nurse. Now he focuses his passion for people on navigating his clients through the complexities of the real estate market. Mike’s meteoric career spans nearly a decade and he now leads the #2 ranked mid-sized team in the U.S, The Azzam Group. Among numerous accolades throughout his career, Mike is the recipient of the RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement and RE/MAX Hall of Fame awards. The Azzam Group is ranked #1 in Ohio in total transactions in Ohio for 2024, is one of the top 50 Remax teams in the entire U.S. and has achieved the highest RE/MAX club level, the Pinnacle Club Team award. With clients across the U.S. and in over 19 countries and with over 500 completed transactions a year for the past 5+ years, Mike and the TAG team have seen every type of deal imaginable. With his immense knowledge of real estate, he acts as a trusted guide and valuable resource for both local and international clients alike.
Instagram: @azzammike
Facebook: @realtormichaelazzam
TikTok: @mike_azzam
YouTube: @azzammike
Wayne Brooks - Investor, Realtor and NE Ohio Territory Manager for Genstone Realty
Wayne Brooks is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and founder of CLE Home Pros, a vertically integrated real estate team

specializing in acquisitions, renovations, investment consulting, and agent development throughout Northeast Ohio. Originally from Jamaica, Wayne has spent the past decade building a respected real estate business from the ground up — closing over 1,000 transactions while helping both local and international investors build profitable portfolios in one of the country’s most underrated markets.

Known for his strategic mindset and hands-on leadership style, Wayne has developed deep expertise across acquisitions, construction management, asset management, creative deal structuring, and investor relations. Through CLE Home Pros, he has created a streamlined ecosystem that combines real estate sales, renovations, investment strategy, and operational support under one roof — helping clients and investors execute projects with confidence and efficiency.

In addition to leading a growing real estate operation, Wayne is also a mentor, speaker, and educator passionate about helping agents and entrepreneurs think beyond traditional real estate models. He frequently shares insights on working with investors, scaling businesses, building systems, and creating long-term wealth through real estate.

Whether partnering with seasoned investors, guiding first-time clients, or mentoring agents looking to grow at a higher level, Wayne is recognized for delivering a concierge-style experience backed by real-world results, leadership, and vision.

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About MM Lending

MM Lending is a trusted real estate financing partner dedicated to helping investors, homebuyers, and property professionals secure the right loan with efficiency and confidence. With deep expertise in creative lending solutions, personalized service, and timely execution, MM Lending takes the stress out of financing so you can focus on closing deals and growing your portfolio.

Whether you’re purchasing your first investment property, refinancing a rental, or scaling a long-term strategy, MM Lending offers tailored loan options and expert guidance every step of the way. Their team combines market-savvy insight with a commitment to education and transparency, making them a go-to resource for real estate investors who want financing that works as hard as they do.

At the Louisville Investor Social, MM Lending is proud to support local investors and foster connections that lead to smarter deals, stronger communities, and long-term success.

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