Experience Built on Competition, Trust, and Execution
Over 25 years of dealmaking across professional sports, real estate, and high-growth industries. Driven by relationships and disciplined strategy.
Real Estate Investment & Development
Chris has sourced, structured, and executed real estate deals across multiple asset types, combining market insight with hands-on operational experience.
Owned and managed 50+ rental properties
Executed multiple redevelopment and flip projects
Operated a bank-owned REO business
Built and led a 12-person mortgage company
Deep experience in acquisition, financing, redevelopment, and exit strategy
Cannabis Operations & Growth
2018–Now
Chris played a key role in the growth and expansion of a vertically integrated cannabis cultivation and retail company operating across Michigan and Illinois.
Key Contributions:
● Capital raising & investor relations
● Real estate acquisition & negotiation
● Facility development & expansion
● Contract structuring & operational strategy
● 4 cultivation facilities in Michigan
● 100,000+ sq ft of grow space
● 7 operating locations
● 250+ employees
● $50–60M in annual revenue
Gaming & Experiential Concepts
Chris was instrumental in both ongoing and upcoming development of gaming cafés and entertainment-focused real estate projects.
Key Contributions:
● Capital raising & investor relations
● Real estate acquisition & negotiation
● Facility development & expansion
● Contract structuring & operational strategy
Professional Sports Representation
Registered MLB Agent | Since 1998
Chris Fanta built his career representing professional baseball players as a registeredMLB agent, competing successfully against the largest agencies by focusing on trust,preparation, and long-term relationships with players, teams, and ownership groups.
- Registered MLB Agent since 1998
- Represented and developed players in the U.S. and internationally
- Negotiated professional contracts across domestic and overseas leagues
- Built trusted relationships with players, executives, and team ownership
Experience Matters When the Stakes Are High
If you’re building something meaningful and need strategic insight,
disciplined execution, and trusted relationships, let’s connect.