Our Advisory Team
Paul Rezaie brings more than twenty years of experience across luxury millwork, residential construction, and custom manufacturing. His career has evolved through senior leadership roles and entrepreneurial growth, shaping a deep understanding of craftsmanship, client psychology, and strategic positioning within the luxury sector.
Recognized for his relationship-driven approach, Paul has cultivated a trusted network of designers, builders, suppliers, advisors, and capital partners.
He founded Darven Private Advisory as a collaborative platform, not a traditional consultancy, bringing together carefully selected experts to serve clients through a highly curated, white-glove framework.
Rather than offering isolated solutions, Paul orchestrates aligned partnerships. Each engagement is intentional. Each introduction is deliberate. Every strategy is tailored to elevate brand authority, strengthen market positioning, and protect long-term influence.
He believes true advisory is not transactional;
It is curated, discreet, and built on trust.
Executive Director | Managing Partner
PAUL REZAIE
Marianna Vittoria Galloro serves as Director of Business Development at Darven while continuing her leadership role at The Starke Group. With a strong foundation in luxury real estate and strategic growth, she has built a reputation for discretion, consistency, and trusted relationship management at the highest levels of the market.
Over the years, Marianna has cultivated an extensive network of accomplished entrepreneurs, investors, and private clients who value her integrity, insight, and thoughtful approach. Her understanding of the luxury real estate landscape, from acquisition strategy to market positioning, allows her to identify opportunities that align not only financially, but strategically for long-term success.
Confident yet measured, polished yet approachable, Marianna brings both strength and sophistication to her leadership style. She understands luxury as an ecosystem, where service, timing, presentation, and relationships must operate seamlessly together. Her ability to connect the right people with the right opportunities has made her a respected and reliable presence within her network.
At Darven, Marianna leads business development with intention and clarity, expanding the firm’s investor relationships and strategic partnerships while upholding the elevated, white-glove standard that defines our brand.
MARIANNA GALLORO
Director of Business Development
Managing Partner
Micheal Lambie brings a rare blend of design excellence and strategic storytelling to Darven as our Creative Director. With over 15 years of experience within a leading marketing and creative agency environment, he developed deep expertise in brand development, narrative building, and long-term positioning. His foundation in marketing enables him to translate vision into cohesive identity systems where every creative decision supports a larger strategy.
As founder of Micheal Lambie Interiors Inc., Micheal has built a respected interior design studio known for refined, lifestyle-driven spaces that balance sophistication with emotional resonance. His work reflects a core belief: whether shaping a brand or a space, every detail should tell a clear and intentional story.
Beyond his studio practice, Micheal has appeared as a design expert on CityLine and served as a judge on Best in Miniature on Netflix. He is also a director of commercials and short films, bringing cinematic storytelling into brand and lifestyle work. Most recently, he co-created and stars in Design-Cook-Eat with The Living Better Guys, a luxury living series that seamlessly blends food, design, and lifestyle, grounded in the belief that these elements are inherently interconnected.
At Darven, Micheal leads with clarity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit, shaping brands and environments designed for lasting impact.
MICHEAL LAMBIE
Creative Director
BRETT STARKE
Realtor
President | The Starke Group
RARE Real Estate Inc.
WEI ZHOU
Business Analyst | Financial Advisor
MARGARITA OUDALOVA
Event Director
Brett Starke is the driving force behind The Starke Group, a high-performing real estate team based in Toronto. Known for his disciplined approach and modern market perspective, he brings to Darven a refined blend of leadership, strategic insight, and relationship-driven execution.
As a preferred Realtor within Darven’s network, Brett works closely with clients, developers, and partners to guide acquisitions, dispositions, and investment decisions with clarity and precision. His philosophy centers on building long-term relationships over transactional outcomes, an approach that aligns seamlessly with Darven’s advisory model.
Brett’s foundation is rooted in service and structure. He served in the army reserves following 9/11 before pursuing legal studies at Carleton University, shaping the analytical and strategic lens he brings to his clients today.
Under his leadership, The Starke Group has earned over 300 five-star reviews, reflecting a consistent commitment to client satisfaction. His growing digital presence has also led to recognition from PropertySpark for his distinctive approach to real estate marketing.
At Darven, Brett contributes to a broader vision of real estate, one that prioritizes thoughtful advisory, curated opportunities, and long-term value creation within the built environment.
Wei Zhou brings a distinct combination of analytical rigor and financial insight to his role as Business Analyst and Financial Advisor at Darven. With a Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Research Methodology, alongside his work as a licensed mortgage agent, he operates at the intersection of data, behavior, and capital strategy.
Prior to transitioning into real estate and advisory, Wei was deeply embedded in Toronto’s luxury hospitality sector, where he developed an expansive, cross-industry network spanning finance, design, and cultural circles across the city. This experience continues to inform his understanding of client expectations, service standards, and the nuances of high-value relationships.
At Darven, Wei supports both internal strategy and client advisory through research-driven insights, financial structuring, and a disciplined approach to market positioning. His perspective ensures that growth decisions are not only strategically sound, but financially aligned for long-term value.
His approach reflects a balance of precision and discretion, ensuring every engagement is informed, intentional, and positioned for enduring success.
Margarita Oudalova serves as Event Director at Darven while continuing to lead her Toronto-based luxury event design studio. With nearly 15 years of experience in high-end event production, Margarita has built a strong reputation for producing sophisticated corporate events and brand experiences, while also creating exceptional private celebrations and luxury weddings.
Known for her refined aesthetic, Margarita blends fashion, floral artistry, and architectural staging to create immersive environments that feel both editorial and deeply intentional. Her work spans executive gatherings, brand launches, and corporate hospitality events, alongside curated private celebrations and destination weddings. Her designs have been featured in publications such as WedLuxe, Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, NUVO, and Perfect Wedding Magazine, and have earned recognition from the Wedding Industry Experts Awards.
Drawing inspiration from art, fashion, and nature, Margarita approaches every project with a storyteller’s perspective, orchestrating atmosphere, detail, and experience to ensure each event leaves a lasting impression.
At Darven, Margarita leads the development of signature corporate events, private gatherings, and curated brand experiences that bring together clients, partners, and collaborators through refined design and thoughtful hospitality.