Christopher M. Naghibi is the Founder and CEO of Black Crown Inc. and Black Crown Law APC, firms dedicated to providing comprehensive real estate brokerage and legal services primarily for high-net-worth and celebrity clients. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Naghibi leads a collective of attorneys, property managers, real estate agents, and contractors, delivering innovative and strategic solutions in home sales and purchases, as well as commercial and multifamily real estate transactions. The teams have successfully closed over $20 billion in transactions and have a proven track record with 1,000+ satisfied clients and $10 million recovered for clients.
In addition to his roles at Black Crown, Naghibi serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer at First Foundation Bank, where he oversees risk management in a vast loan portfolio, ensuring robust policies and procedures are in place. His extensive background includes unique lending platforms, equipping him with comprehensive experience in various aspects of real estate lending, from multifamily to single-family residences.
Christopher holds a Juris Doctorate and an MBA, complemented by multiple bachelor's degrees and advanced executive training from Yale School of Management. He is also an accomplished author and speaker, recognized for his insights in the field of financial literacy, particularly emphasizing real estate as a wealth-building tool.
Notably committed to community service, Naghibi engages in pro bono legal work and partners with Habitat for Humanity, creating loan programs to help families obtain homes in California, Hawaii, and Las Vegas. His philanthropic efforts extend to supporting organizations focused on children's health and empowering women in construction and manufacturing through initiatives like She Built This City. Naghibi's dedication to transparency and education in real estate aims to uplift families and individuals toward financial independence.
