About Us
—Our Story
Our Story
CLI Investment and Management is an independent asset management and consulting company founded in 2019 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. The company is jointly managed by Irene Shen and Lanny Lang, and specializes in the real estate investment market in Texas, while selectively providing venture capital in the United States and China.
We focus on helping families increase their wealth through real estate and educating the younger generation to participate in and contribute to financial services.
Our focus is the United States and China, with a particular emphasis on Texas and the Dallas Fort-Worth metroplex area where our team members have a solid personal track record.
Irene Shen
CEO, Co-Founder
Irene has more than 20 years of experience with investment management and investor relations. Prior to co-founding CLI, Mrs. Shen was a Director at Civitas Capital Group, where she raised capital for over 20 commercial real estate projects with a total deal value of over $1.3 billion. Previously, she was VP – Senior Financial Advisor with Charles Schwab & Co. for more than nine years, managing $300 million worth of investors’ assets.
Irene with former US President George W. Bush at US-CHINA Investment Week in Dallas
Irene is an alumna of Beijing University of Posts & Telecommunications, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Additionally, she is accredited with the FINRA series 22 and 63 private placement licenses. Beyond her professional pursuits, Irene has a passion for travel and flower arranging, and she has also dedicated herself to managing and operating a privately-run family charitable foundation.
Irene's passion for assisting clients in achieving their financial aspirations and making informed investment choices is evident through her successful track record. Her comprehensive expertise in investment management and investor relations, combined with her multicultural and academic background, positions her as a leading figure in the finance and real estate investment sectors.