Blue Olive Capital's mission is to transform opportunities into resilient investments that grow wealth, strengthen communities, and stand the test of time.

Strategic Vision and Market Focus

The Blue Olive Philosophy: Rooted in Resilience, Growing Toward Excellence

Like the ancient olive tree that has symbolized prosperity, wisdom, and endurance for millennia, Blue Olive Capital embodies these timeless principles in our investment philosophy. The olive tree's remarkable resilience—thriving for centuries while weathering economic seasons and market cycles—mirrors our approach to building lasting value through disciplined, long-term investment strategies. Under Mohamad and Oday's leadership, Blue Olive Capital has established a focused investment strategy targeting high-growth opportunities within New York City's diverse real estate markets, with particular emphasis on residential development and income-generating commercial properties. Just as the olive tree develops deep, extensive root systems that provide stability and nourishment, our firm's approach emphasizes community-focused investing principles, seeking to create lasting positive impact through thoughtful development practices and long-term asset stewardship.

The elegance of the olive tree lies not only in its graceful form but in its ability to produce abundant harvests year after year—a testament to sustainable growth and consistent performance. Similarly, Blue Olive Capital's deep understanding of local market dynamics, combined with our technical analytical capabilities, positions us to identify and capitalize on emerging trends while maintaining disciplined risk management practices. Our commitment to operational excellence and stakeholder alignment has resulted in a growing portfolio of resilient, high-performing investments designed to deliver sustained value creation over extended investment horizons. Drawing inspiration from the olive branch as a symbol of prosperity and peace, Blue Olive Capital cultivates partnerships built on trust, transparency, and mutual success. We believe that true wealth creation extends beyond financial returns to encompass the strengthening of communities and the preservation of long-term value—principles as enduring as the olive groves that have flourished across centuries of changing landscapes. Our commitment is rooted deep, our vision reaches high, and our success grows from the wisdom of patient, principled investing.

Leadership Team

The Blue Olive Philosophy: Rooted in Resilience, Growing Toward Excellence

Mohamad B. Farran

Managing Partner

Mohamad Farran is a Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Blue Olive Capital, a private equity firm specializing in New York City real estate development and investment opportunities. With over a decade of experience in real estate transactions, construction management, and private investment strategy, Mohamad has executed over $100 million in off-market real estate transactions across direct land acquisitions, joint venture partnerships, and ground-up development projects.

Holding a degree in Chemical Engineering from Western Michigan University, Mohamad applies a highly analytical, systems-driven approach to investment strategy, utilizing structured problem-solving, advanced risk modeling, and data-backed insights to identify undervalued opportunities and optimize project execution. His technical background provides unique advantages in evaluating construction costs, operational efficiency, and complex development scenarios.

Mohamad’s comprehensive experience spans direct investment activities, joint venture construction partnerships, multifamily asset management, and strategic consulting services for real estate developers and investors. His expertise encompasses the complete real estate investment lifecycle, from initial market analysis and acquisition through construction management and strategic disposition.

At Blue Olive Capital, Mohamad is committed to community-focused investing and long-term value creation, maintaining focus on sustainable development practices. His combination of technical rigor and market intuition has established Blue Olive Capital as a trusted partner for sophisticated real estate investment strategies throughout New York City’s dynamic markets.

Oday Aboushi

Managing Partner

Oday Aboushi is a New York City native, former collegiate and NFL athlete, and a dynamic private equity entrepreneur specializing in real estate investment and management. Across a decade-long career in the NFL—following his standout tenure at the University of Virginia—Oday strategically deployed his resources into real estate, laying the foundation for sustained post-football success.

Since transitioning from professional sports to full-time business, Oday has demonstrated rigorous focus, discipline, and leadership as a co-founder and manager of a private equity platform. He has been instrumental in acquiring and managing a portfolio exceeding $20 million in cash-flowing real estate assets, ranging from multifamily holdings to ground-up construction projects. Oday is recognized for leveraging his field-tested work ethic and competitive drive into sourcing, acquiring, and operating high-performing properties across the New York City metropolitan area.

With deep expertise in land acquisition, asset management, and value creation, Oday is committed to building sustainable, high-value projects that enhance communities and deliver lasting returns for investors. His vision is guided by the same long-term discipline and team-centric mindset that defined his athletic career, making him a formidable partner in private equity real estate.

Core Values

Resilience

Thriving through cycles with patience and strength.

Integrity

Acting with honesty, trust, and transparency.

Excellence

Delivering disciplined strategy and superior results.

Partnership

Building lasting relationships that drive shared success.

Impact

Creating value that strengthens neighborhoods and leaves a legacy.

Our Approach

Our Approach: From Strategy to Success: A Disciplined Approach

Scout

We uncover opportunities others overlook through relationships and insight.

Analyze

We apply rigorous underwriting and data-driven analysis for resilient deals.

Execute

We deliver with disciplined operations and innovative solutions.

Return

We create lasting value with strong investor returns and community impact.

The Blue Olive Advantage: Built Different

At Blue Olive Capital, we don't just follow the market — we challenge it. Our strength comes from blending resilience with precision, and vision with execution.

Resilience Through Cycles

Like the olive tree, we thrive across seasons, building investments designed to last.

Analytical Precision

Every deal is underwritten with rigorous analysis, ensuring disciplined and data-backed decisions.

Partnership at the Core

We believe success is shared — built on trust, transparency, and long-term relationships.

Community Impact

Our projects create more than returns; they strengthen neighborhoods and leave lasting legacies.

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