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Extraordinary lives are measured by the sum of special moments, people and places that surround us. Experiencing these moments day-by-day is what defines the Hyde Beach House lifestyle. A soulful state-of-the-art residence with incredible Intercostal and Ocean views providing everything you need and nothing you don’t.

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and logos of: The Related Group, SBE Licensing, LLC and SBE Hotel Group, LLC, which licensors are not the Developer. HYDE® is the registered trademark of SBE Licensing, LLC. In the event the license to use HYDE® terminates, or is not renewed, HYDE can no longer be associated with the Condominium. Any art depicted or described may be exchanged for comparable art at the Developer’s discretion. Consult the Prospectus for all terms, conditions, specifications, and Unit dimensions. This condominium is not beachfront. Reproduction for private or commercial use is not authorized. 2017® PRH 4000 SOUTH OCEAN, LLC, unless otherwise noted, with all rights reserved.

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Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating representations of the Developer. For correct representations, make reference to this brochure and to the documents required by section 718.503, Florida statutes, to be furnished by a developer to a buyer or lessee. We are pledged to the letter and spirit of the U.S. Policy for achievement of Equal Housing Opportunity throughout the nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. This is not intended to be an offer to sell, or solicitation to buy, condominium units to residents of any jurisdiction where prohibited by law, and your eligibility for purchase will depend upon your state of residency. FOR NY RESIDENTS : THE COMPLETE OFFERING TERMS ARE IN A CPS-12 APPLICATION AVAILABLE FROM THE OFFEROR. FILE NO. CP16-0131 The building is currently under construction but not yet completed. Any images of a competed building are artists renderings incorporating the proposed building into the existing skyline. As depicted in the developers brochures or on the developers website, sketches, renderings, graphics, plans, specifications, services, amenities, terms, conditions and statements contained in this brochure are proposed only, and the Developer reserves the right to modify, revise or withdraw any or all of same in its sole discretion and without prior notice. Use and operation of the Helipad are conditioned upon obtaining FAA and other governmental approvals. No assurance can be given about whether the approvals can be obtained, and/or if so, the timing of same. Artist rendering provided by Catapult13 | Creative Director Alfred Lamoureux

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SOUTH FLORIDA’S LAST PRIVATE ISLAND ONLY LIMITED RESIDENCES REMAINING On a private island in a picturesque bay off the Aventura Intracoastal, the 160 spectacular residences of Privé at Island Estates are nearing completion. Apart from being the only address on South Florida’s last private island, Privé has countless other features that place it in a class by itself. Eight acres of extravagant lifestyle amenities and lavish social spaces surround two, 16-story towers of just 80 residences apiece, all with unobstructed views of the ocean, the bay and the Intracoastal. Within, walls of glass soar to 10foot ceilings, and terraces 10 feet deep run the full length of each residence. Don’t miss your chance to move up to the new height of luxury, Privé.

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TABLE of CONTENTS

TATEL Miami Beach’s newest hotspot from Madrid.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

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Haute stories trending on HauteLiving.com and the Haute Living app.

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28 Women: Fabulous Fuchsia 30 Men: For the Yachting Life

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HAUTE ACCESSORIES Women: Spring Bags

SHOPPING

HAUTE DINING

A look at Palm Beach’s iconic Worth Avenue

Four of Miami’s new and noteworthy dining destinations

40 HAUTE DRINKS Zacapa Rum’s Sweet Symphony at the Faena Hotel

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Natural wonders: Vivid colors and rich textures add extra sumptuousness to fine jewelry collections

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OUR ANNUAL LIST OF THE MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE IN MIAMI PLUS EMILIO ESTEFAN THE MUSIC LEGEND’S ENTERTAINMENT EMPIRE POWER PLAYERS: MIAMI’S BIGGEST NAMES IN LUXURY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LUXURY BEAT: BRETT DAVID ON THE DIGITAL AGE AND GROWING BUSINESS

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130 LU XURY BE AT Brett David discusses the digital age and his growing business in the auto industry and beyond

SV Yachts launches ALPHA yacht Brett David

Haute 10: power players in luxury residential development

The Breakers Palm Beach

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Four Seasons at The Surf Club: Le Sirenuse Restaurant

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auteLiving.com is a premier news source for city-centric luxury content, advising readers on where to go in Miami, including restaurants, nightlife, shopping and more. This includes stories from top luxury brands, as well as haute events and happenings in the city. We take a look back into highlights of the 2017 South Beach Wine & Food Festival, like the memorable live demonstration by TV personality Guy Fieri and Snoop Dogg as they hosted a Tanqueray Gin and Juice-themed cooking demo. A-listers showed up for the annual Veuve Clicquot Carnaval held at Museum Park,

including the event’s grand marshal, Adriana Lima, as well as model Karolina Kurkova, who both wowed in their Carnaval-themed ensembles. We also look at the new Four Seasons at The Surf Club, which just completed its renovations, as well as the five most expensive restaurants in the city. Whether you’re on your laptop or on the go, you can find everything you need to know in Miami on HauteLiving.com or our new Haute Living app.

Snoop Dogg and Guy Fieri host Tanqueray Gin and Juice Expo

Karolina Kurkova and Adriana Lima

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TREND report

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JIMMY CHOO Candy bag, $850 Available at select Jimmy Choo stores

PIAGET Altiplano 34mm 60th anniversary edition timepiece, $28,500 Available at piaget.com

CHANEL Brooch in satin, tulle, and crepe. $475 Available at select Chanel boutiques nationwide

4 GEORG JENSEN Fusion centre ring in 18k rose gold with rubies, $2,300 Available at georgjensen.com

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Flora suede pump, $950 Available at giuseppezanotti.com

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FUCHSIA BLAST An explosion of the color hit the runways with fuchsia being

CHANEL Tweed bag, $2,100 Available at Chanel boutiques nationwide

BALLY Peluke pumps, $650 Available at bally.com

the It shade of the season. HermĂ¨s, Valentino, Bottega Veneta, among others invested heavily in this unique hue, conjuring it up in everything from ready-to-wear to accessories. Bold and bright, the color certainly stands out whether worn for day or a fancy night out. Have a fuchsia blast!

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TOM FORD Paper clip bracelet in silver, $890 Available at select Tom Ford stores nationwide

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HERMÈS Showerproof technical toilovent hat, $510 Available at Hermès stores nationwide

BALLY Henton leather sneaker, $450 Available at bally.com

BALLY Alpina men’s canvas backpack, $1,195 Available at bally.com

LOUIS VUITTON America’s Cup collection sandal, $730 Available at select Valentino boutiques

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YACHTING LIFE

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Lucius espadrille, $550 Available at giuseppezanotti.com

TOM FORD Printed yin yang classic swim short, $690 Available at select Tom Ford stores nationwide .

It’s time to sail into spring’s fashion waters. The S/S17 season brings a cool, seafaring vibe to men’s casual wear. NOBIS Fisherman jacket, $495 Available at nobis.com

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Nautical has never looked so new, with bold blues, modern reds, and fresh patterns on offer. So check out all the latest ways to bring fashion onto a yacht or to the beach club starting with the items on this page.

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TrendACCESSORIES

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A rich season for handbags of every shape, size, and pattern.

DELPOZO Benedetta mini in transparent, $1,750 Available at Moda Operandi Boutique

DOLCE & GABBANA Wicker and iguana skin top-handle bag, $5,195 Available at select Dolce & Gabbana boutiques

PRADA MILLY I Heart Me clutch, $295 Available at milly.com

BAG FEST Get your spring bag on! Whether clutch- or tote-size, bags have rarely been as much fun or as colorful as they are for spring-summer ’17. Look for sleek new and classic shapes in sizes from micro to mega, executed in the finest leathers, fabrics, and finishes. They are often gussied up with embellishments galore, new pattern combos, or special ombré effects.

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BY CHARLOTTE MACKINNON

SHOPPING

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A Look at Worth Avenue, Palm Beach’s Quintessential Shopping District Palm Beach’s premier shopping destination is an enclave for style and grace with all the charm of the town’s historic flair.

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Sitting pretty on the 16-mile-long stretch of opulent mansions, impec-

most iconic resort, The Breakers, is situated nearby on more than 140

cable landscaping and fountain-lined streets in Palm Beach is Worth

acres of privately owned beachfront property. With its Renaissance-

Avenue, perhaps one of the most luxurious shopping districts in the

style architecture and embellished interior, the hotel dates back to

country. Between the whitewashed stucco and red-tiled shingles of

1896 and has hosted the world’s elite from the Rockefellers to El-

the courtyard “vias” and the Mediterranean-esque sculptures and

ton John. But despite its rich history, the 540 newly renovated guest

fountains that embellish its quaint streets, Palm Beach’s premier shop-

rooms, pools, spas, tennis courts and other amenities are anything but

ping destination is an enclave for style and grace with all the charm of

outdated, thanks to the more than $250 million dollars that have gone

the town’s historic flair. The Avenue, which encompasses four blocks

into its upkeep in the past decade alone.

between the Atlantic Ocean and the edge of Lake Worth as well as

Once you’ve settled in and are ready to immerse yourself in a world

its pedestrian side-street vias, was founded in the 1920s by Addison

of upscale boutiques and top-tier designers, Worth Avenue offers just

Mizner and boasts more than 200 shops, restaurants and galleries that

about everything, from the major fashion houses of Chanel, Hermès

epitomize the best of high-end merchandise and lavish amenities.

and Louis Vuitton to local mainstay brands, like Trillion boutique,

If you’re just in town visiting, lodging is the first thing to tackle

which specialize in the colorful cashmere sweaters and polo pastels

when planning a day (or week) of retail therapy—luckily, Palm Beach’s

of classic Palm Beach attire. The first store to ever open its doors on

Photo Credits: Shutterstock and Instagram: @thebreakers (hotel lobby shot)

A LUXURY LEGACY

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Worth Avenue in 1923, Kassatly’s, still sells the finest of imported and domestic linens, designer lingerie, men and women’s sweaters and specialty menswear, acting as a pinnacle of the shopping district’s history. Another Palm Beach flagship on the Avenue is Stubbs & Wootton, a locally based footwear company founded by Percy Steinhart that has become an emblem of elegant Palm Beach style. The brand has gained global recognition since its launch in 1993 for its bespoke and ready-to-wear luxury slippers that are worn by everyone from townies strolling the streets to A-list celebrities posing for paparazzi. Worth Avenue also has a major artistic flair that manifests through the variety of specialty jewelry, antique and art retailers that line its sidewalks. If you’re looking for the glitz and glam of high-end bling, you can find the best of the best at venues like Cartier, Neiman Marcus and Van Cleef & Arpels, or shop for a tricked-out timepiece at Worth Avenue’s prestigious Hublot boutique. Tourneau is also located at 175 Worth Ave., and offers an extensive selection of world-famous

like the Mediterranean Oyster Po’Boy with truffle tzatziki, pickled red onion

brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Baume & Mercier

and butter lettuce on a potato bun. Or, if you walk just a few steps away to

and Breitling as well as a bespoke collection of certified pre-owned

the Brazilian Courtyard Hotel, you’ll find Café Boulud, one of Palm Beach’s

watches.

most coveted dining destinations since its opening in 2003. The restaurant

A shopping trip is nothing without the accompanying refreshments, and the variety of restaurants, cafés and bars in the area ensure easy access to a gourmet meal or happy-hour cocktail to recharge after a day of retail therapy. For a light and refreshing lunch, head to the second floor of 150 Worth Ave. to try out Costa Palm Beach, a modern Mediterranean concept opened by local restaurateur

sustains the impeccable reputation of chef Daniel

“

Worth Avenue also has a major artistic flair that manifests through the variety of specialty jewelry, antique and art retailers that line its sidewalks.

Sascha Bennemann this past winter. With

”

Boulud and his culinary empire, with a resplendent interior design featuring a sea shell-adorned ceiling and luminous back-lit bar that makes the perfect scene for sipping a craft cocktail before ordering from the French-inspired menu that spotlights fresh seafood and seasonal produce. Whether you’re just in town for a casual day of window-shopping or on a mission to shop ’til you drop at the best of the best in high-end retail, Worth Avenue

a light, bright and airy dining room as well as terrace seating that over-

is a premier destination with the whimsical charm of its European-inspired

looks the courtyard, executive chef David Valencia serves up lighter

architecture and quaint historic background. The area is a must-see for

dishes like hamachi with finger lime, avocado, sumac and cilantro and

tourists and native South Floridians alike, providing the crème de la crème

authentic Greek and Turkish mezze platters to more classic lunch fare

of what luxury retail, dining and hospitality has to offer.

Photo Credits: Shutterstock and Instagram: @thebreakers (hotel lobby shot)

THE BREAKERS The iconic hotel is one of the most beautiful and historic hotels in all of South Florida. It rests in the heart of Worth Avenue, the perfect destination for beachside relaxation and world-class shopping and dining.

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HauteCUISINE

OCTOPUS The octopus at Artisan Beach House is one of the spot’s specialties, expertly prepared by chef Tony Coddington.

NEW AND NOTEWORTHY Artisan Beach House, Forte dei Marmi, Leynia and TATEL Up the Ante as they Enter Miami’s Haute Dining Scene.

Photos: Courtesy of Artisan Beach House and Karen Fuchs (dining room, mozzarella and ravioli), and Ilona Oppenheim (tuna tartare)

BY PAIGE MASTRANDREA

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Sea Scallop Carpaccio from Artisan Beach House

ited to renowned designer Chad Oppenheim who worked in collaboration with Milan-based craftsman and designer Henry Timi. Together, they created a contemporary aesthetic that conjures up the allure of Italian beach culture with particular inspiration drawn from the Forte dei Marmi seaside resort located in Northern Tuscany. The two-level restaurant and arts club is decorated in subtle tones of white with delicate touches of greenery decorating the outside area, creating a magical garden space that romantically illuminates with soft touches of candlelight at night. Haute 100-lister Riccardo Silva and wife Tatyana–who is the owner—are some of the main forces behind the project,

Miami has had no shortage of dining options

meal, make sure to taste the Straw-

this season, especially with haute new openings

berry Shortcake and the Peanut But-

everywhere from Brickell to Miami Beach and all

ter Doughnuts.

the way north up to Hollywood. While it’s tough

In the quaint SoFi area lies Mi-

to stand out in the competitive crowd, each of

ami’s newest Italian gem: Forte dei

these Miami eateries offers something different,

Marmi. Housed in a 1938 Mediterra-

catching our eye and gaining our seal of approv-

nean-revival villa, the spot is not only

al as must-try spots right now.

one of the most beautiful restaurants in the city, but also one of the most

The first is Paula DaSilva and Seth Green-

authentic, serving amazing five-star

berg’s new Artisan Beach House at the

Italian cuisine from two Michelin-

stately Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour resort. Ar-

starred father-and-son chefs An-

tisan Beach House marks the dynamic duo’s

tonio and Raffaele Mellino. The

second collaboration, following 1500 Degrees.

breathtaking design can be cred-

bringing their own personal exper-

“

The spot is not only one of the most beautiful restaurants in the city, but also one of the most authentic.

”

tise to complete the five-star dining experience. Must-try dishes include the Prawn Carpaccio and Tuna Tartare to start; the house-made Spaghetti and Clams as well as the Tagliolini with Alaskan crab; and the Black Cod for the main course, which is expertly prepared over a flavorful, organic tomato gazpacho. A side of the Zucchini Fritti is a must, as well as a sweet taste of the desserts, like the classic Tiramisu. On the second floor is the FDM

The pair changed things up a bit with their second spot, creating a beautiful culinary destinaPhotos: Courtesy of Artisan Beach House and Karen Fuchs (dining room, mozzarella and ravioli), and Ilona Oppenheim (tuna tartare)

tion that evokes a quaint beach house with an

Tuna Tartare from Forte dei Marmi

amazing, seasonally inspired menu. The menu is curated by DaSilva and Chef De Cuisine Tony Coddington, a Michelle Bernstein protégé and former collaborator of DaSilva’s, and it is something to write home about, featuring dishes both nostalgic to their upbringings and inspired by current culinary cravings. “There is definitely a global element to the menu, but the foundation is approachability. My style is very

FORTE DEI MARMI the home-cooked pasta at Forte dei Marmi is extraordinary, prepared inhouse by the two Michelin-starred chefs Antonio and Raffaele Mellino.

simple: respect for the ingredients, smart sourcing, proper technique and big flavors,” DaSilva notes. DaSilva’s ethos for simple food with big flavors shines through each dish in a unique way. Must-try dishes include the Octopus, the Crispy Pork Belly, the Braised Short Ribs and the Japanese Wagyu. To put a sweet end to the

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HauteCUISINE Arts Club, a cultural lounge space offering guests a sophisticated programming of performances, screenings, concerts, art exhibitions and more. Up next we have the newest addition to the Delano Hotel, Leynia, taking over the old Bianca space. With a unique and diverse menu of Argentinian and Japanese fusion dishes that continue to stun, dish after dish, with bold flavors, beautiful presentations and artfully crafted cocktails, this restaurant is destined to be one of the city’s best. The interior still incorporates the emblematic Miami style design first envisioned by design extraordinaire Philippe Starck, with beautiful tones of white and greens, set inside the stunning outdoor terrace overlooking the pool and courtyard. The modern feel of the restaurant perfectly offsets the rustic, authentic Argentinian

“

cuisine being fired up in the kitchen, setting

The modern feel of the restaurant perfectly offsets the rustic, authentic Argentinian cuisine being fired up in the kitchen.

”

the stage for a truly unique dining experience that incorporates both art and cuisine beautifully. The menu features two different sides, one predominantly Argentinian and one with more Japanese dishes like fresh sashimi, sushi

Photos: Courtesy of sbe

BICICLETA The finale of the meal at Leynia is of course, the famous dessert presentation that comes out on an Argentinian bicicleta right to the table.

Photos: Courtesy of Sam Uribe (interior), TATEL (food) and Alan Silfen (Nadal)

Bazaar Mar dining room

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authentic as it gets—from its fresh-cured Jamón Ibérico, to the rich Tortilla Trufada, the garlic-infused Avocado with carabineros al ajillo, Calamari Andalusian style and of course the signature Veal Milanese TATEL—which is served tableside as the waiter delicately fries an egg on top and sprinkles a hefty

The long-awaited “ TATEL has finally graced

the Miami scene, backed by the Spanish power squad Enrique Iglesias, Rafael Nadal and Pau Gasol.

”

Interior of TATEL

and other seafood dishes. Executive chef Jose Photos: Courtesy of sbe

Icardi helms the kitchen, using his Argentinian background and also his previous experience spearheading the kitchen at Katsuya to deliver both cuisines. Although everything on the menu is fantastic, be sure to try the Ceviche, Salmon cone topped with caviar and wasabi, Eggplant Tostada seasoned with pesto and garlic aioli, the Empanadas, the authentic Chorizo and the 10

on the DJ Booth, and the pinnacle element of de- portion of fresh truffles over—each plate will take sign: a breathtaking sculptural metal chandelier you on an exciting, flavorful culinary journey to Macomposed of more than 1,000 bronze tubes and drid. The cocktail menu is also noteworthy, with the illuminated by LED lights that rests above the cir- traditional Spanish Verano de TATEL as a best-sellcular bar area, grabbing the attention of guests as er, along with an extraordinarily fresh and smooth they walk into the restaurant. The walls are lined Lychee Martini, as well as an extensive wine list. with elaborate murals and contemporary inter- We recommend trying the Muga white wine, which pretations of Spanish-inspired art, which were all comes from a vineyard also owned by the owners of

oz. Rib eye—which comes with an unbelievable

curated by the famed STUDIO GRONDA, adding TATEL. If you’re lucky enough, you may even get to a pop of color to the classically decorated interior catch a sighting of Iglesias or Nadal, who have been

chimichurri sauce. And of course, the star of the

of the restaurant. TATEL boasts a menu that is as frequenting the spot since its opening.

show is the dessert, which arrives to the table

RAFAEL NADAL AND ENRIQUE IGLESIAS The two owners have been spotted frequenting the restaurant with friends and family since its opening.

on the spot’s signature hand-painted “bicicletas” Photos: Courtesy of Sam Uribe (interior), TATEL (food) and Alan Silfen (Nadal)

(which come all the way from Argentina). The final product is a champagne-lemon sorbet, created right in front of the table as it undergoes a special process with liquid nitrogen, artfully plated in a glass bowl shaped like a fish. It tastes just as amazing as it looks. Finally, the long-awaited TATEL has finally graced the Miami scene, backed by the Spanish power squad Enrique Iglesias, Rafael Nadal and Pau Gasol. The Madrid hot spot has dubbed Miami as its second—and first U.S.—location that just debuted at the end of March, right in time for the Miami Open at the beautiful RitzCarlton Miami Beach. The stunning interior of the restaurant pays homage to the Roaring ’20s, decorated with elegant touches like black terrazzo floors with mother-of-pearl details, copper finishes

Tatel

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BY PAIGE MASTRANDREA

HauteDRINKS • Ron Zacapa 23 • St. George Raspberry Brandy • Crème de Mûre • Blueberry lavender syrup • Berry Hibiscus Betta Bucha (Locally made kombucha)

SWEET SYMPHONY Faena’s Newest Must-Try Zacapa Rum Cocktail Rum and the beach go hand in hand, and

lavender syrup and Berry Hibiscus Betta Bu-

components. “The cocktail is called Sweet

nothing’s better than kicking back on the

cha to top it off. Together, the five ingredients

Symphony. Much like a symphony, it is made

smooth white sand of Miami’s oceanfront and

make a beautifully delicious cocktail, perfect

up of five distinct and unique components

sipping on some fine rum. But why not make

for any occasion. The key component is the

that each play a calculated measure, which

things more interesting than your classic piña

Zacapa 23, representative of a unique blend of

then come together in agreement to form a

colada? Take it up a notch with Faena’s new

rum that has been aged up to 23 years in the

beautiful score,” Tomovic says. Whether you’re

killer cocktail, crafted with Ron Zacapa 23,

mountains of Guatemala. Rich in flavor with

looking for a beachside libation to sip under

aptly named “Sweet Symphony.” Faena’s Hotel

smooth notes of honey, butterscotch, spiced

the sun, starting your night in the hotel’s

Bar manager Marko Tomovic has created this

oak and raisined fruit flavors, the complexity

grand Living Room or having a nightcap in the

masterpiece with a sweet mix of five distinct

of the rum allows multiple aromas to mani-

exclusive Saxony Bar, the Sweet Symphony is

components: Ron Zacapa 23, St. George

fest in each sip, this one created to perfectly

the perfect go-to Miami cocktail, emblematic

Raspberry Brandy, Crème de Mûre, blueberry

complement the warm notes of the cocktail

of the sweet and vibrant lifestyle it entails.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROBERT MONTOYA

ZACAPA RUM the renowned rum is aged above the clouds at 7,500 feet, made naturally from sugarcane honey. To stay up to date, follow the brand on Instagram @ZacaparumUsa. Photo above: Marko Tomovic, hotel bar manager at Faena Hotel Miami Beach. Shot in the Saxony Bar at Faena.

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OCEAN HOUSE LOFT 101 Residents at Ocean House gain access to five-star amenities, including private beach club service.

LUXURY HOMES IN DEMAND IN MIAMI The trendy Venetian Islands and an influx of Russian buyers are stimulating Miami’s real estate market

fter slowing down last spring and summer, the Miami hous-

tiful sandy beaches and the turquoise water.”

ing market is booming once again. The World Property Journal

The perfect example of the desire for luxury homes is in one of his Miami

reported that median prices, dollar volumes and single-family

properties, The Pine Tree South, that recently sold for $22.5 million. Miller

home sales in Miami-Dade County rose significantly, year over

states that this sale is symptomatic of the current luxury market in the region.

year. The average sale price jumped 14.8 percent.

“The single family waterfront housing market in Miami Beach is very

On the market for luxury homes in Miami, Jeff Miller of Brown Harris

strong. It’s a very limited market and there’s a high demand for new modern

Stevens says, “There is a high demand for single-family homes in Miami

construction. Overall the market in 2016 was down compared to 2015, how-

Beach, and we have buyers looking at every price point, from $1 million to

ever, in the first quarter of 2017, we’ve had several record-breaking sales,

$20 million and over. In today’s market, buyers are willing to pay a premium

and the total dollar volume is forecasting to be a strong year.

for a home in Miami Beach.” The Venetians Islands are one of the most desirable locations, according to Miller, because residents can walk to the gym and nearby excellent

JEFF MILLER With 15 years of experience in the Miami market, Jeff Miller is an expert in oceanfront condos and waterfront homes in Miami Beach and the surrounding area.

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restaurants. Contributing to the demand for luxury homes in Miami is a wave of Russian buyers. Recent articles in the Miami Herald indicate that homebuyers from Russia are becoming the norm rather than the exception. Miller attributes the influx of Russian buyers to the expected removal of U.S.-imposed sanctions against Russia by the current administration. He adds, “Russian buyers historically have been big players in the Miami real estate luxury market. They are attracted to the warm tropical climate, beauThe loft floorplan boasts bedrooms and bathrooms on both levels, plus a storage unit.

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The 2017

JORGE PÉREZ COMPANY: RELATED GROUP INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Pérez’s company, the Related Group, has revolutionized Miami’s skyline for nearly 40 years with a portfolio of projects worth in excess of $15 billion. While he’s not working to shape South Florida’s landscape, Pérez is working on ways to enrich the city’s cultural fabric. Known for his philanthropy and commitment to the arts, he recently donated $15 million in cash and art to the Pérez Art Museum Miami. A commitment to “building better cities,” and a natural ability to identify emerging trends has made him a trusted and influential name in real estate. Pérez started out in the 1970s, making a name for himself in the public housing market of neighPhotos: Photo Amal and George Clooney, Credit: Andrew Milne Chris Martin, Andrea Raffin/Shutterstock.com; Gwyneth Paltrow, Helga Esteb/Shutterstock.com

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borhoods like Miami’s Little Havana and Homestead. His continued passion for vibrant urban communities has made him a trendsetter, and often the first developer to enter undiscovered neighborhoods like Miami Beach’s South of Fifth, Brickell and Edgewater. An avid art collector, Pérez infuses each development with carefully selected pieces from master artists, such as outdoor installations by Fabian Burgos at SLS LUX and Brickell Heights, and Markus Linnenbrink at SLS Brickell. Works by Jaume Plensa, Fernando Botero, Pablo Atchugarry and others are also proudly displayed at Related developments, complementing each building’s unique character.

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community leader, as he is on the

R. DONAHUE & KATRINA

advisory board at the Wolfsonian-

PEEBLES

Florida International University and

COMPANY: THE PEEBLES

the University of Miami School of

CORPORATION

Architecture for the Master of Real

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

Estate Development and Urbanism

One of the wealthiest African-Amer-

program.

icans in the country, Don Peebles is the CEO and chairman of the New

famous Eden Roc Miami Beach/

COMPANY: KEY

Nobu Hotel.

INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

MEHMET BAYRAKTAR

The Ardid family owns Key Inter-

COMPANY: FLAGSTONE

national, a world-class real estate

PROPERTY GROUP

investment and development

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

company with a four-decade track

Mehmet Bayraktar is the founder

record. The company is helmed by

and CEO of Flagstone Property

co-presidents Diego and Inigo Ardid

Group, the real estate development

and CEO/founder José Ardid. Key

group behind new Miami hotspot

International has purchased over $4

Island Gardens Deep Harbour.

billion of real estate across a variety

The superyacht marina located on

of asset classes including residential,

Watson Island is the first in North

hotel and commercial property, and

America to accommodate supery-

has developed more than 10 million

achts up to 550 feet, and it also

square feet, including more than

houses The Deck at Island Gardens,

2,600 luxury residential units. Key

a dining and entertainment spot that

International’s high-profile projects

has attracted celebrities and Miami’s

include the development of such

elite to frequent since its opening in

sought-after addresses as 400 Sunny

2016. In addition to being a leader

Isles, 1010 Brickell and the expan-

in South Florida’s yachting indus-

sion and rebranding of the world-

try, Bayraktar is also a prominent

COMPANY: THE COMRAS

one of the largest privately held real

COMPANY OF FLORIDA, INC.

estate development companies in the

INDUSTRY: RETAIL

country. His wife, Katrina, serves on

DEVELOPMENT AND LEASING

the board of directors of the Peebles

Michael Comras is president and

Corporation, the board of The New

CEO of The Comras Company,

York City Mission Society, the board

which has seen high success over the

of CARE Elementary in Miami,

years that includes the $370 million

and brings more than 20 years of

sale of an entire block on Lincoln

experience as creative director. Mr. Ardid Family

Road (Apple, Nike, Gap) and the

Peebles, a national political power-

$200 million purchase of CocoWalk

house, is a frequent commentator

and Sunset Place, the two marquee

on cable news channels, served on

retail developments in Coconut

the National Finance Committee of

Grove and South Miami. The com-

former President Barack Obama, is

pany’s brokerage division represents

former chair of The Congressional

tenants and landlords throughout

Black Caucus Foundation and is a

Miami’s hottest neighborhoods,

former chair of the Greater Miami

including the Design District,

Convention and Visitors Bureau. Mr.

Wynwood, Brickell, Coconut Grove,

Peebles met with then-President-

Aventura and Miami Beach.

elect Donald Trump to advise the incoming POTUS on economic issues,

GIL DEZER

including those affecting MWBE.

COMPANY: DEZER

The company is currently developing

DEVELOPMENT

major projects in Boston, Philadel-

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

phia, NYC, Washington, D.C. and

Dezer Development encompasses

Charlotte, N.C.

unique and strategic holdings in New York, Las Vegas and Florida, and

DAVID EDELSTEIN

is the largest owner of oceanfront

COMPANY: TRISTAR CAPITAL

property in Sunny Isles Beach with

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

just over 27 acres. Credited as major

David Edelstein’s relationships

players in the rebirth of Sunny Isles

within the real estate and banking

beach, the Dezers have developed

community are key to the success

nine luxury high-rise residential and

of his company, Tristar Capital. His

condo-hotel developments through

development expertise comes from

unique partnerships with some of

large-scale, mixed-use projects in

the world’s leading marquee lifestyle

Manhattan, South Florida and the

brands, including six Trump-brand-

West Coast. Edelstein has been the

ed towers, the newly opened Porsche

driving force behind high-profile

Design Tower and Residences by

retail projects like the Miracle Mile

Armani/Casa.

Shops in Las Vegas and the redevelopment of Lincoln Road in Miami

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Photo Credits: Paramount Ventures (Kodsi), Crescent Heights (Galbut) and Chateau Group (Grosskopf )

THE ARDID FAMILY

York City-based Peebles Corporation,

Photo Credit: Dezer Development (Dezer)

Gil Dezer

MICHAEL COMRAS

DEVELOPERS his nephews, Keith Menin and

Miami’s Edgewater neigh-

Jared Galbut. He received the

borhood; and his current

Miami Beach Chamber of Com-

project, the sophisticated,

merce’s Innovation in Business

oceanfront Paramount

Award in 2014 and is known for

Fort Lauderdale Beach.

his helping of many local charities including the Miami Beach

MANUEL GROSSKOPF

JCC.

COMPANY: CHÂTEAU GROUP

Russell Galbut

Beach. In the past years he’s also

DANIEL KODSI

INDUSTRY: REAL

COMPANY: PARAMOUNT

ESTATE

VENTURES

Originally from Argen-

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

tina, Manuel Grosskopf

As the developer behind one of

is the CEO of Château

Miami’s most anticipated and

Group. The group co-de-

high-profile luxury residential

veloped 900 Biscayne and

projects, Paramount Miami

Quantum on the Bay in

Worldcenter,―a soaring 60-story

Miami, and is currently finalizing

tower in the heart of Downtown

the construction of Château Beach,

set to offer the most amenities any-

a luxury high-rise condominium

where in the world,―Daniel Kodsi

in Sunny Isles. Château Group is

has been at the forefront of shaping

also developing FENDI-Château

South Florida’s skylines for more

Residences in Surfside, the first

than 25 years. With a proven track

real estate development branded

record of defining new neighbor-

for FENDI worldwide, as well as

resides in New York City.

hoods and changing city landscapes

co-developing The Ritz-Carlton

with his gleaming glass high-rise

Residences Sunny Isles Beach, an

RUSSELL GALBUT

towers, Kodsi’s projects have been

amazing development with 250

lauded for their progressive designs

feet of exquisite shorefronts offer-

that focus on the future of how peo-

ing 212 units with unparalleled

ple live and seamlessly intertwine

excellence, legendary service and

into the fabric of communities.

unrivaled elegance.

developed the W South Beach Hotel & Residences and changed the hotel landscape in Miami Beach. Recently, he has been acquiring a portfolio of investments in Wynwood and the Design District. The real estate giant

COMPANY: CRESCENT HEIGHTS INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Galbut is the managing principal of Crescent Heights, a company heralded as the leader in high-rise residential construction and hotel development. Crescent Heights is among the nation’s largest residential companies with properties around the country. Currently, they have

Attracting buyers from more than 40 different countries throughout

KEVIN MALONEY

the world, some of Kodsi’s most

COMPANY: PROPERTY

notable developments include West

MARKETS GROUP

Palm Beach’s Esplanade Grande;

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

the luxurious Paramount Bay in

As the founder of Property Markets Group (PMG), Kevin

more than $1 billion in ground-up

Maloney has had direct hands-

Photo Credits: Paramount Ventures (Kodsi), Crescent Heights (Galbut) and Chateau Group (Grosskopf )

Photo Credit: Dezer Development (Dezer)

construction projects in various

on experience in the acquisition,

stages of development. In December

renovation, financing, operation

they completed a 40-story residential

and marketing of residential and

development at 10000 Santa Monica

commercial real estate. He has

Blvd in L.A. that promises to change

been directly responsible for all

high-rise living in L.A. The property

of PMG’s 150-plus real estate

features 67,000 square feet of pure

property acquisitions, projects

amenities with outstanding archi-

and capital sources. Now with

tecture and bespoke art. Currently,

offices in New York, Chicago and

Galbut resides in SoFi in one of the

South Florida, Maloney’s current

coolest residences, right above the

developments include Muse Resi-

famous Bakehouse Brasserie run by

Daniel Kodsi

dences Sunny Isles, Echo Brickell, 111 W. 57th Street, 10 Sullivan, Sage Beach and Vice, which will be coming to market in 2017 with a new luxury development in the heart of Downtown Miami. JOEY GOLDMAN & JESSICA GOLDMAN SREBNICK COMPANY: GOLDMAN PROPERTIES INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Goldman Properties, founded by visionary Tony Goldman, is responsible for transforming Soho in New York, the Art Deco District in Miami Beach and now Wynwood in Miami from overlooked and lifeless areas into vital thriving global destinations. Jessica Goldman Srebnick is carrying on the family business as CEO and continues to drive the company’s innovative developments, growth trajectory and artistic collaborations. Early on, Joey Goldman, along with his father, Tony, recognized Wynwood’s potential as Miami’s next new neighborhood and began purchasing properties, helping kick-start the Wynwood renaissance and opening Joey’s Italian Cafe, the first restaurant in what has become one of Miami’s most important culinary destinations.

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CAMILO MIGUEL JR. COMPANY: MAST CAPITAL INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Camilo Miguel Jr. is founder and CEO of Mast Capital. Camilo has an extensive real estate, financial and political network with expertise in investment structuring, complex debt and equity products, execution and development. He has built Mast Capital into a leading investor and developer of high-

Camilo Miguel Jr.

end residential, hospitality, office and retail projects, with a particular focus in high barriers-to-entry markets. An off-market oceanfront purchase in Coconut Grove is one of his greatest trophy assets, and he recently sold the Graham Hotel in Georgetown for one of the highest prices per key in Washington, D.C. Current projects in Miami include Louver House and 3900 Alton,―and he just announced a

Whitman Family Development,

300,000 square feet of space, an

Matthew Whitman Lazenby is

issue that’s still being debated at

the third generation to oper-

the city council level. Lazenby

ate Bal Harbour Shops, which

remains optimistic, however, and

was created by his grandfather,

hints at plans to expand glob-

Stanley Whitman, in 1965, and

ally. “It’s a large world, and the

the fourth generation involved in

leap from Bal Harbour to Brickell

local commercial real estate, as his

wasn’t so far,” he says. “We’ve rec-

great-grandfather, William Whit-

ognized that we’re unique in terms

man, developed Española Way on

of developing, operating, leasing

Miami Beach and owned stores on

and managing shopping-center

Lincoln Road in the 1920s. This

Photo Credits: Alisa Ferris (Miguel), Romain Maurice (Whitman)

DEVELOPERS

innovation in retail continues with high-end restaurant tenant for the historic French chateau at 1500 Brickell. MATTHEW WHITMAN LAZENBY COMPANY: WHITMAN FAMILY DEVELOPMENT INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE As the president and CEO of

Brickell CityCentre, a $1 billionplus mixed-use property that just debuted in the heart of Miami. The Whitman family is in charge of the retail component, with tenants like Saks Fifth Avenue, Vilebrequin, Apple, Richard Mille, Sephora and Giuseppe Zanotti. There’s also a push to expand the 450,000-square-foot Bal Har-

Matthew Whitman Lazenby

bour Shops, with an additional

STUART MILLER COMPANY: LENNAR INDUSTRY: CONSTRUCTION Using his years of experience and entrepreneurial wisdom, Stuart Miller’s company, Lennar, the third-largest homebuilder in the nation, has been able to beat Wall Street’s estimates of its growth. Miller predicted that his company would make profit even if the economy did not strengthen. His and strategic building, which means knowing where to build and for whom. Thanks to Miller’s business sense, the shares of his rivals have also increased in value, which in turn helps the economy grow. Photo Credit: Romain Maurice

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confidence is due to careful planning

Photo Credits: Alisa Ferris (Miguel), Romain Maurice (Whitman)

tional markets in 2017. JEFF SOFFER COMPANY: TURNBERRY ASSOCIATES INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Jeff Soffer, chairman and CEO of Turnberry Associates, runs the company alongside his sister, Jackie Soffer, and is one of the country’s most prominent real estate developers. Turnberry Associates is a multigenerational real estate institution that has built cities and communities backed by determination. Jeff ’s vision and influence can be seen in the development of numerous award-winning projects in South Florida including the $1 billion Carlos Rosso

renovation of the landmark Fontainebleau Miami Beach,

environments that are exclusively focused on a luxury experience. There are plenty of successful shopping centers throughout the country and the world that we consider our peers, which have very well-established luxury programs, but few of them are singularly focused on that experience.”

revamping of the Turnberry Isle Resort and their latest venture,― Turnberry Ocean Club Residences in Sunny Isles Beach. Turnberry Associates has not just built developments and projects, but an impressive brand that is known for consistent quality, innovation and luxury, fueled by the passion of Jeff Soffer.

Jeff Soffer

COMPANY: TERRA GROUP INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Christina and David Martin’s passion for making a difference

CARLOS ROSSO

in their native South Florida has delivered an impact in both

COMPANY: RELATED GROUP

the corporate and philanthropic sectors. As president of Terra

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Photo Credit: Gio Alma (Soffer), Related Group (Rosso)

DAVID & CHRISTINA MARTIN

Group, one of South Florida’s leading real estate develop-

President of the Related Group’s

ment companies, David and his firm are known for reshaping

Condominium Division, Carlos Rosso

neighborhoods from Coconut Grove and Miami Beach along

has made a name for himself as Mi-

the coast, to Weston and Doral in the suburbs―all while enlist-

ami’s condo king. Adding to Related’s

ing some of the world’s top architects to design his projects,

impressive roster of condominiums,

including Bjarke Ingels (Grove at Grand Bay), Rem Koolhaas/

Rosso successfully completed four pro-

OMA (Park Grove), Renzo Piano (Eighty Seven Park) and Chad

jects in 2016, including Icon Bay, 1100

Oppenheim (Botaniko), among others. Christina and David’s

Millecento, Marea and One Ocean.

strong commitment to South Florida is underscored by the

With projects around the globe, he is

couple’s active role in the community. With a unique interest in

also leading Related’s expansion into

education, the arts and health foundations, they support several

Mexico, Argentina and other interna-

organizations with philanthropic contributions. Photo Credit: Romain Maurice

Photo Credit: Romain Maurice

Jeff Soffer

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ATHLETES Memorial Award at the Chicago Bulls’ annual charity dinner for their significant contributions to the Chicago community. Scottie has made cameos in Spike Lee’s He Got Game, Fresh Off the Boat and Chicago Fire. Scottie and Larsa have four children, and she starred in The Real Housewives of Miami. Larsa is active in charity work in Chicago for Gilda’s Club and Bright Pink, an organization

Hassan Whiteside

that promotes breast and ovarian

HASSAN WHITESIDE COMPANY: MIAMI HEAT INDUSTRY: BASKETBALL Hassan Whiteside is a standout basketball player for the Miami Heat and has quickly become one of the team’s most valuable players since his signing in 2014. He has led the team to victory with stellar performances including one of the only two 30-point, 20-rebound games in less than 27 minutes in 2017 season. However, he has been making a name for himself JAY AJAYI

stellar performance against the

COMPANY: MIAMI DOLPHINS

Bills in Week 16. The impressive

INDUSTRY: FOOTBALL

plays earned him the back-to-back

Ajayi was drafted in 2015 as a run-

title of AFC Player of the Week in

ning back for the Miami Dolphins

Weeks 6 and 7.

when he signed a four-year, $2.5

Marc Jacobs

million-dollar rookie contract, and

SCOTTIE & LARSA PIPPEN

has since made a name for himself

INDUSTRY: BASKETBALL

with many notable achievements

Basketball great Scottie Pippen

in the 2016 season. He became

won six NBA Championship

one of only four players in NFL

titles with the world-famous

history to rush over 200 yards in

Chicago Bulls in the 1990s

two consecutive games with his

and his jersey, number 33, was

standout performances against

retired by the team. He was part

the Pittsburgh Steelers and the

of the 1992 and 1996 Olympic

Buffalo Bills in Weeks 6 and 7,

“Dream Teams,” taking home

and one of only 15 NFL players

two gold medals for Team USA.

to ever complete three 200-yard

In 2013, Scottie and his wife,

games in a season with another

Larsa, received the Charles Lubin

as an avid philanthropist, as well. Nassan’s Place, a nonprofit started by his family in 2012, is named after his brother, Nassan, who has autism. Nassan’s Place is an organization that helps children and

access to affordable educational and recreational programs in and around underserved inner-city communities. He has also teamed with notable Miami individuals like David Grutman to host fundraisers benefiting children and families affected by autism. SERENA WILLIAMS INDUSTRY: TENNIS Currently the No. 2-ranked women’s singles player, Serena Williams has serious style both on and off the court. The sports diva is the only female tennis player to earn more than $50 million in prize money. She has won four Olympic gold medals—one in singles and three with sister Venus. Williams has also won eight Miami Open titles.

Larsa and Scottie Pippen

Photo credit: April Belle Photos (Allen)

Jay Ajayi

NBA history during the 2016-

families affected by autism gain

Photo Credit: Getty Images (Ajayi and Whiteside) and David Heischrek/ DHPA.com (Pippen)

cancer screening for women.

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POWER COUPLES RAY & SHANNON ALLEN

along with their five children,

COMPANY: GROWN

have raised millions toward a cure

INDUSTRY: BASKETBALL,

for Type 1 diabetes in honor of

HOSPITALITY

their son Walker, diagnosed with

Ray, the retired Miami Heat

T1D at 17 months old.

Photo Credit: Getty Images (Ajayi and Whiteside) and David Heischrek/ DHPA.com (Pippen)

guard (10-time NBA All-Star, Team USA 2000 Olympic Gold

MICKY & MADELINE

Medalist) starred in He Got Game

ARISON

and played for the Heat, Boston

COMPANY: CARNIVAL

Celtics, Seattle SuperSonics and

CORPORATION, MIAMI HEAT

Milwaukee Bucks during his 19-

INDUSTRY: CRUISE

year career. Ray helped the Heat

Micky Arison weighs in as

win an NBA Championship in

Florida’s wealthiest resident with

2013, sits on the UConn board

an estimated worth of $7.8 bil-

and has a presidential appoint-

lion. The Carnival Corporation

ment on the Holocaust Memorial

chairman and CEO operates 11

Museum board of directors. His

different cruise lines, including

wife, Shannon (The Pre-Game

luxury lines Seabourn and Hol-

Meal), is the creator of Grown,

land America. He is also manag-

“real food, cooked slow, for fast

ing general partner of the Miami

people™,” their USDA organic-

Heat. In 2014, Arison reached

certified fast-food concept based

a deal with the city of Miami

in Miami that focuses on inspir-

keeping the Heat in the American

ing busy people to eat better and

Airlines Arena through 2035.

live healthier. Shannon and Ray,

Photo credit: April Belle Photos (Allen)

Carlos and Rosa De La Cruz Photo Credit: Romain Maurice

CARLOS & ROSA DE LA CRUZ

the duality of preceding art move-

COMPANY: CCI COMPANIES

ments and how contemporary artists

INDUSTRY: CONSUMER GOODS,

conceptually engage with history

ART COLLECTORS

and the advancements of technology.

With arts funding in jeopardy across

For the thousands of Miami-Dade

the country, thankfully Miamians

County public school students who

can rely on Carlos and Rosa de la

pass through the Collection, it’s a

Cruz for a robust dose of culture at

hands-on opportunity to learn about

their eponymous Collection in the

contemporary art. Since 2009, when

Design District. The bottling mogul

the Collection launched, they have

(he’s chairman of the board of CCI

also sponsored 1,000 students to

Companies, a billion-dollar com-

travel to New York and all over the

pany, which includes subsidiaries of

world on a cultural initiative. “Miami

Coca-Cola) and his philanthropic

is our home, and we have seen our

wife rotate art pieces between the

city grow,” notes Rosa. “We enjoy

Collection and their Key Biscayne

welcoming our visitors and are dedi-

manse, including pieces by Ana

cated to fostering education through

Mendieta, Sterling Ruby, Wade

our exhibitions and programming.

Guyton and Sigmar Polke. This year’s

Education is always a priority, and

Progressive Praxis exhibition is all

this is why we share our Collection.”

Shannon and Ray Allen

about engaging viewers, focusing on

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POWER COUPLES INDUSTRY: BASKETBALL

Shops, dressing Miami’s most

Chris Bosh helped lead the Miami

discerning customers and host-

Heat to two consecutive NBA

ing Oxygene’s VIP designer trunk

Championships in 2012 and 2013.

shows, which raises money for her

His honors include 11-time NBA

favorite local charities. Felix has co-

All-star, All-NBA Second Team

developed and built 3 Indian Creek

honors, All-Rookie First Team hon-

Drive, a sprawling 30,000-square-

ors and a 2008 Olympic gold me-

foot residential property that sold

dalist. Chris and his wife, Adrienne,

for the highest price in Miami

oversee a nonprofit organization, Team Tomorrow Inc., which focuses on family and children-based initiatives to better the community. Adrienne is an entrepreneur with Sparkle + Shine Darling, a unique retail destination off Lincoln Road

JEFF & YOLANDA BERKOWITZ

INDUSTRY: PHILANTHROPY,

COMPANY: BERKOWITZ

REAL ESTATE

DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Reshaping the community and

INDUSTRY: RETAIL

redefining Miami’s skyline, Angela

DEVELOPMENT

and Louis Birdman are break-

He is president and founder of

ing new ground. Louis is cur-

Berkowitz Development Group, one

rently co-developing One Thousand

of the premier retail development

Museum, the 62-story residential

companies in South Florida, lauded

skyscraper designed by the late

for constructing award-winning

Zaha Hadid. It is Hadid’s first and

buildings. He is currently working

only residential skyscraper in the

on SkyRise Miami, an iconic 1,000-

Western Hemisphere and is cur-

foot entertainment/amusement

rently going vertical in Downtown

tower that promises to be a Miami

Miami. The Birdmans have shared

landmark. His wife, Yolanda, is

many philanthropic passions, being

known for her community in-

actively involved at the Humane

volvement as a board member for

Society of Greater Miami,

organizations including Voices For

YoungArts Foundation and

Children Foundation, United Way

benefactors at PAMM. Angela is

of Miami-Dade and Miami Chil-

a godparent at JAFCO, sits on the

dren’s Museum, where Jeff serves as

board of the Miami Summer Music

chairman of the museum’s board.

Festival, ScentsAbility Candles,―a

Yolanda is founder of Friends of

nonprofit for young adults with

Miami Animals Foundation, a

intellectual and developmental

nonprofit focusing on supporting

disabilities (IDD), and founded

the work of Miami-Dade Animal

the annual Walk in Style for the

Services and homeless pets in

Animals with Saks Fifth Avenue Bal

Miami-Dade County.

Harbour.

LOUIS & ANGELA BIRDMAN

CHRIS & ADRIENNE BOSH

COMPANY: BIRDMAN REAL

COMPANY: MIAMI HEAT

Andrew Cuomo

by hosting events that foster a female community of positivity and

Felix and Shayne Cohen

support.

history. Recently, he completed a

SHAYNE & FELIX COHEN

Bal Harbour and an extraordinary

COMPANY: OXYGENE AND MINI OXYGENE INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE, FASHION This duo is behind one of Miami’s most expertly curated retail destinations and some of Miami Beach’s most beautiful new homes. Shayne runs Oxygene in the Bal Harbour

tropical contemporary home in villa on North Bay Road featuring a 4,000-square-foot sky bar with 360-degree views of Biscayne Bay, Downtown and Miami Beach. UGO & SARA COLOMBO COMPANY: CMC GROUP/NEST INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE , FASHION

Chris and Adrienne Bosh Sara and Ugo Colombo

Chuck Schumer

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ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

that doubles as a haven for women

Photo Credit: World Red Eye (Birdman)

Angela and Louis Birdman

wife, Ana Cristina, launched their

than $8 billion in annual revenues

luxury-development arm. Fortune

and employing more than 25,000

is a leader in high-end luxury real

people. They specialize in the

estate in Miami, with global reach

electrical manufacturing sector,

through partnerships with Savills

fabricating more than 6,000 differ-

and TOWN Residential. The firm

ent products. The company also is

is shaping Miami’s international

a worldwide leader in the develop-

real estate landscape into what it

ment and manufacturing of smart/

is today with stellar projects like

intelligent electrical, water and gas

Jade Signature, The Ritz-Carlton

metering systems. His wife, Judith

Residences Sunny Isles Beach,

Kamps-Garcia, devotes her time to

Auberge Beach Residences & Spa

her family’s foundation, Brot gegen

Fort Lauderdale and Hyde Resort &

Not, a global foundation in more

Residences.

than 15 countries with a mission to provide a future for children and

Photo Credit: World Red Eye (Garcia)

adolescents everywhere where hun-

COMPANY: ESTEFAN

ger, destitution and unemployment

ENTERPRISES

obstruct their future.

INDUSTRY:

Ana Cristina and Edgardo Defortuna

Photo Credit: World Red Eye (Birdman)

GLORIA & EMILIO ESTEFAN

ENTERTAINMENT

Veteran real estate developer Ugo

longtime friend and manager. She

Colombo has played a pioneer-

works tirelessly to break the nega-

ing role in the transformation of

tive cycles of at-risk girls through

Downtown Miami’s skyline over

her Women of Tomorrow Mentor

the last 20 years. Ugo and his firm,

& Scholarship Program. Together,

CMC Group, have developed some

they’ve built the just-completed

of the most iconic luxury proper-

contemporary Mega Mansion on

ties in South Florida–including

North Bay Road, designed by Chris-

Brickell Flatiron, the firm’s latest

tian, complete with a rooftop pool

condominium tower on the rise in

and 9 foot by 5 foot bathtub carved

Downtown’s Brickell Financial Dis-

out of a single block of statuario

trict. His wife, Sara’s interior design

marble, now on the market for $37

shop, Nest, specializes in high-style

million. They are also working with

products for the home presented

Lincoln Square Productions (ABC-

with a European flair that is reflec-

TV) to produce a documentary on

tive of her innate sense of style.

another of their North Bay properties, once owned by Pablo Escobar,

CHRISTIAN DE BERDOUARE &

complete with a treasure hunt and

JENNIFER VALOPPI

discovery of a hidden safe that

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY,

remains unopened to date.

PHILANTHROPY COMPANY : CHICKEN

EDGARDO & ANA CRISTINA

KITCHEN

DEFORTUNA

Christian has made the Chop-Chop

COMPANY: FORTUNE

a cult favorite at the popular chain

INTERNATIONAL GROUP

of Chicken Kitchen restaurants he

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

owns, while Jennifer, a veteran tel-

Fortune International Group

evision journalist from Miami, New

founder and president Edgardo

York and L.A., is completing a book

Defortuna founded the company

on Frank Sinatra, along with his

in 1983, and in 1998 he and his

She’s the queen of Latin pop, has sold more than 100 million albums worldwide and has won 26 Grammy awards together with her husband, Emilio. Inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame, the duo is also actively involved in the betterment of the community and that of their home country, Cuba. Emilio is a musician and producer credited with skyrocketing the success of many famed music artists. They are authors of a best-seller, minority owners of the Miami Dolphins and the subjects and producers of On Your Feet!, a Broadway musical based on their life stories. They recently opened Estefan Kitchen in the Miami Design District. LUIS GARCIA FANJUL & JUDITH KAMPS-GARCIA COMPANY: GRUPO IUSA, S.A. INDUSTRY: MANUFACTURING  Luis Garcia Fanjul is the COO of Grupo IUSA, S.A., a worldwide company boasting more

Luis Garcia Fanjul and Judith Kamps-Garcia

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JOANNA KRUPA & ROMAIN ZAGO

years, the couple currently resides in Miami Beach. They have three beau-

COMPANY: MYNT LOUNGE

tiful daughters and five grandchil-

INDUSTRY: NIGHTLIFE,

dren. Oscar is a tennis enthusiast,

MODELING

takes pleasure in boating, cycling,

Zago is the owner of Mynt Lounge,

and when not on the road can be

a hot South Beach nightclub with

found hard at work at the company’s

amazing longevity. Romain’s model

Miami headquarters or home enjoy-

wife, Joanna Krupa, has graced the

ing time with his family and their

covers of countless magazines, ap-

dog, Sushi.

peared on Dancing with the Stars and was in the cast of Bravo’s The Real

PHILIP & PATRICIA FROST

Housewives of Miami. The beauty

COMPANY: OPKO HEALTH, INC.

is actively involved in PETA and

INDUSTRY: PHARMA-

has her own nonprofit, Angels for

CEUTICALS

Animal Rescue, which is an animal-

Dr. Phillip and Patricia Frost are

rescue organization.

generous supporters of educa-

DIANE & ALAN LIEBERMAN

American Airlines Arena. He found-

COMPANY: SOUTH BEACH

ed the Alonzo Mourning Chari-

INVESTMENT REALTY, SOUTH

ties, now called Mourning Family

BEACH GROUP

Foundation, more than 15 years ago,

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE,

which has since raised more than $7

HOSPITALITY

million to benefit children and fami-

Together, Diane and Alan form a

lies, including the Overtown Youth

real estate powerhouse. Diane’s SBI

Center. Tracy is a mentor, designer,

Realty is behind the sales of some

broadcast journalist and motivation-

of the biggest profile listings in the

al speaker. Her main focus is on the

region. Alan runs the show at South

Honey Shine mentoring program.

Beach Group, operating 10 proper-

Together the couple also operates

ties, including the Catalina, SBG’s

Zo’s Fund for Life, which seeks to

flagship property on Collins Avenue

raise $2 million for the research and

and the Riviera. The Liebermans’

testing of focal glomerulosclerosis,

hotels have been fixtures on South

a rare kidney disease Alonzo was

Beach for the past decade thanks to

diagnosed with in 2001.

a business model that is based on innovation, outstanding marketing

MIKE & ALICIA PIAZZA

tactics and an innate understanding

COMPANY: NEW YORK METS

of the customer.

INDUSTRY: BASEBALL  Mets baseball star and 2016 Base-

TRACY & ALONZO MOURNING

ball Hall of Fame inductee Mike

COMPANY: MOURNING FAMILY

Piazza is the best-hitting catcher of

FOUNDATION

all time. His records include Rookie

INDUSTRY: PHILANTHROPY

of the Year, 12 All-Star awards and

Former Miami Heat star Alonzo

12 “Silver Slugger” awards. He just

Mourning was the first player to

signed on to be the Mets ambas-

have his number retired at the

sador, so he will have a continued

OSCAR & ELLEN

renowned collectors. They endowed

FELDENKREIS

the Frost School of Music at the Uni-

COMPANY: PERRY ELLIS

versity of Miami and were the lead

INTERNATIONAL

donors for the Frost Art Museum

INDUSTRY: FASHION

at Florida International University.

Oscar is involved in numerous local

They also serve as the lead donors

and national civic causes, including

of the new Phillip and Patricia Frost

United Way, Israel Bonds, Temple

Museum of Science, opening in

Menorah and the YPO/WPO. He is

Downtown Miami’s Museum Park

currently on the advisory board of

on May 8. The couple also recently

My Mela, president of the Friends

announced a $100 million gift to

of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF),

the University of Miami to create

on the advisory board of the Miami

the Frost Institute for Science and

Fashion Institute for Miami Dade

Engineering. The institute will work

College and an advisory member

to help solve some of the world’s

for the University of Pennsylvania’s

“most pressing problems” by elevat-

Wharton School of Business. Hap-

ing STEM—science, technology,

TK Descriptionpily by Editor married to his wife, Ellen, for 35

engineering and mathematics.

Jay Z and Beyoncé Tracy and Alonzo Mourning

Photo Credit: Getty Images (Mourning)

tion, science and the arts, and are

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POWER COUPLES have access to more than 40 million

on women’s empowermen, turning

Robins, the CEO and president of

products and services, including

profits into dollars for women and

Dacra Development, is the vision-

Market America’s exclusive brands

girls around the globe.

ary behind the 18-block Miami

such as Motives Cosmetics, Iso-

Alicia and Mike Piazza

CRAIG ROBINS &

luxury retail tenants like Hermés,

as thousands of top retailers. In

JACKIE SOFFER

Hublot, Cartier, Fendi, Gucci, Louis

2015, Market America and SHOP.

COMPANY: DACRA

Vuitton, Harry Winston and Valen-

COM introduced the revolutionary

DEVELOPMENT,

tino. There’s also Design Miami/,

Shopping Annuity(TM), enabling

TURNBERRY ASSOCIATES

the prestigious design fair during

consumers to convert their spend-

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

Art Basel in both Miami and Basel,

ing into earning.

Call them Miami’s version of The

Switzerland, which he co-founded

relationship with the team. The

Brady Bunch, with a lot more real

and co-owns. Both are avid art

Piazzas come from a family of

STEPHEN & KARA ROSS

estate, art and prestige! Between

collectors and integrate culture into

entrepreneurs and own 17 family-

COMPANY: RELATED

them, Craig Robins and Jackie Sof-

their projects.

franchised car dealerships around

COMPANIES, MIAMI

fer have six children, a dog, one of

the country. Mike is also on the

DOLPHINS

the most successful shopping malls

MICHAEL & NICOLE SIMKINS

board of Company.com, providing

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE,

in the world, a trailblazing urban

COMPANY: LION ASSOCIATES,

business services and local media.

FOOTBALL

retail center, towers stretching from

LEON J. SIMKINS

He and his wife, Alicia, are integral

Ross’ Related Companies has been

Las Vegas to Aventura and a world-

CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

parts of the community and Miami

a force in the industry since its in-

renowned design fair! Oh, and the

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE,

social scene. They support Miami

ception, with trophy developments

recently married couple also makes

PHILANTHROPY

City Ballet, where both of their

across the nation. In 2009, Ross

time for adventure-themed family

Nicole and her family own Charles

daughters attend. The couple

became 95-percent owner of the

vacations every summer. Soffer, the

Kaufman Enterprises, an 80-year-

recently bought an Italian soccer

Miami Dolphins and has funded

CEO and co-chairman of Turnberry

old diamond company in Down-

team, A.C. Reggiana 1919, based

a $390 million renovation that

Associates, is busy with the tri-level,

town Miami. Michael is president

outside of Milan. Alicia, a former

revitalized Sun Life Stadium. Ross’

315,000-square-foot expansion of

of Lion Associates, a company with

model and actress, is a mother of

mobile technology company, FanVi-

Aventura Mall (slated to open later

interest in paper manufacturing,

three and Haute Living’s Travel

sion, makes handheld devices that

this year) and a 184-acre develop-

lending and real estate develop-

journalist. Her personal blog is

stream live stadium feeds for sports

ment along Biscayne Boulevard

ment. Its signature project, the

found at http://www.aliciapiazza-

fans at games and has inked a

called SoLēMia, which will feature

7-million-square-foot Miami

hauteliving.com.

five-year deal with NASCAR. Kara

1.4 million square feet of retail, 37

Innovation District, will trans-

launched Diamonds Unleashed, a

acres of parks, 4,390 residences,

form an underutilized property in

fine-jewelry collection that focuses

crystal lagoons and a 150-key hotel.

Downtown Miami into a 24-hour,

LOREN & JR RIDINGER

Photo Credit: Getty Images (Mourning)

Design District, boasting top-tier

tonix and Lumière de Vie, as well

COMPANY: MARKET AMERICA

thriving, global and con-

INDUSTRY: INTERNET

nected “live-work- play”

SHOPPING

ecosystem for innovation

SHOP.COM is one of the world’s

and entrepreneurship.

top online shopping sites with more

Michael is the president of

than six million customers and

the Miami Beach Jew-

more than 180,000 Shop Consult-

ish Community Center.

ants worldwide. SHOP.COM is the

They are continuing their

e-commerce platform of Market

families’ philanthropic

America, Inc., a product brokerage

interests through the

and internet-marketing company

Leon J. Simkins Chari-

that specializes in One-to-One

table Foundation, as well

Marketing. Market America |

as with diabetes research,

SHOP.COM have generated more

Jackson Memorial Hospi-

than $7.3 billion in accumulated

tal, Women of Tomorrow,

sales with an army of entrepreneurs

Lehrman Community

who have earned over $3.8 billion. Through SHOP.COM, consumers

Loren and JR Ridinger

Day School and the Love and Hope Ball.

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CREATIVES: ART ROMERO BRITTO

recent appointment, he was the

COMPANY: ROMERO BRITTO

department head and curator of

INDUSTRY: ART

contemporary art at the Los An-

Britto’s work is recognized around

geles County Museum of Art from

the world; more than 20 cities

2010 until fall 2015. At LACMA,

have his sculptures as permanent

Sirmans organized Noah Puri-

installations. He was even invited

foy: Junk Dada. He also curated

to display his iconic works of art

Variations: Conversations in and

at the Salon Nationale des Beaux-

Around Abstract Painting, Futbol:

Arts Exhibition at the Carrousel du

The Beautiful Game, Ends and Exits:

Louvre in Paris. Britto was commis-

Contemporary Art from the Collec-

sioned to paint a portrait of Queen

tions of LACMA and the Broad Art

Elizabeth II in honor of the 60th

Foundation, and co-organized the

anniversary of her reign. An artistic activist for charitable organizations worldwide, Britto also donates to more than 250 charities a year. In 2014, he was an official FIFA World Cup ambassador for the games in Brazil. In 2016, Romero signed a licensing deal with Grupo Carso of Carlos Slim to sell exclusive Britto products throughout Mexico and Latin America. RUBELL FAMILY COMPANY: RUBELL HOTELS, RUBELL FAMILY COLLECTION

Gary Nader Photo Credit: Romain Maurice

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY, ART porary artists. Most recently, he

COMPANY: GARY NADER ART

founded the Nader Art Museum

CENTRE, NADER ART MUSEUM

Latin America to showcase myriad

LATIN AMERICA (NAMLA)

acclaimed art that fosters knowledge

INDUSTRY: ART

through a continuous process of

For more than 30 years, Gary Nader

appreciation and reinterpretation of

has been regarded as one of the

modern and contemporary art from

most successful gallery owners in

Latin America and its diaspora.

the U.S. and Latin America, playing

Rubell Family Collection in 1993. Today, it is one of the world’s largest privately owned contemporary art museums, and now their son, Jason, has put the family name on yet another successful enterprise by founding Rubell Hotels, all while porary Arts Foundation with sister

ing presence in the art world. He’s

Jennifer. Two noteworthy Miami

not only established himself as a

families became one when he

Latin-American art expert but has

married wife Michelle, part of the

successfully disseminated information about Latin-American art, expanding horizons for his artists and collectors. The Gary Nader

temporary Art from the Collection. From 2006 to 2010, he was curator of modern and contemporary art at The Menil Collection in Houston, where he organized several exhibitions including NeoHooDoo: Art for a Forgotten Faith, Steve Wolfe: Works on Paper, Maurizio Cattelan: Is There Life Before Death? and Vija Celmins: Television and Disaster,

FRANKLIN SIRMANS

the artistic director of Prospect.3

Sirmans is the director of the Pérez

well-known modern and contem-

exhibition Human Nature: Con-

1964-1966. He is the 2007 David C.

INDUSTRY: ART

number of exhibitions with works by

Franklin Sirmans

Simkins family, in 1999.

COMPANY: PAMM

Art Centre showcases an extensive

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led Miami’s art scene by opening the

operating the nonprofit Contem-

an integral role in Miami’s grow-

Donald Rubell and his wife, Mera,

Driskell Prize winner and he was New Orleans from 2012-2014. He is the curator of the forthcoming exhibition Toba Khedoori.

Art Museum Miami. Prior to his

Romero Britto

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Photos: Credits: World Red Eye (Britto), Brigitte Lacombe (Ratner), Mr. Brainwash (Rick

GARY NADER

CREATIVES: ENTERTAINMENT films that include blockbusters such as the Rush Hour trilogy and X-Men: The Last Stand, which have earned more than $2 billion worldwide. He also served as an executive producer on the Academy Award-winning film The Revenant. He is the co-founder Rick Ross

and CEO of RatPac Entertainment with its slate financing deal at Warner Bros. Brett and his partner, James

RICK ROSS

Transformers franchise, set for release

ian; she was recently the recipient

COMPANY: MAYBACH MUSIC

around the world on June 23, 2017.

of the fashion philanthropist award

GROUP

Equally successful on the small

at the Mint India Conference. She is

INDUSTRY: MUSIC

screen, Bay’s Platinum Dunes pro-

involved in Feeding America, amFar

Rick Ross is an American rapper and

duction company produces the hit

and was the face of the 2012 Fashion

founder of Maybach Music Group,

series The Last Ship, Black Sails and

Targets Breast Cancer campaign. She

through which he has released his

the upcoming Jack Ryan. Between

was also a coach on Oxygen’s model-

studio albums Deeper Than Rap

his two production companies, the

search television series, The Face, for

(2009), Teflon Don (2010), God

Hollywood power player has earned

its inaugural season. Kurkova is mar-

Forgives, I Don’t (2012), Mastermind,

sales surpassing $7.8 billion globally.

ried to Voices of Iraq film producer

Hood Billionaire (both 2014) and

The director/producer uses his pri-

and entrepreneur Archie Drury, with

Black Market (2015). Ross released

mary residence on North Bay Road

whom she has two children.

his first album, Port of Miami, with

in Miami Beach as his East Coast

Slip-N-Slide Records in 2006,

office, and as a sanctuary from the

ADRIANA LIMA

which debuted at the top spot on the

grind of the entertainment industry.

INDUSTRY: MODELING

Photos: Credits: World Red Eye (Britto), Brigitte Lacombe (Ratner), Mr. Brainwash (Rick Ross), Getty Images (Kurkova)

Billboard 200 chart and received

Aby Rosen Packer, have financed hit films such

as American Sniper, Suicide Squad, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Gravity and The Lego Batman Movie. Since its inception, RatPac Entertain-

Lima is one of the most iconic mod-

gold certification from the Record-

KAROLINA KURKOVA &

els in the business, best known as a

ing Industry Association of America.

ARCHIE DRURY

Victoria’s Secret Angel since 1999,

Ross has achieved a number of ac-

INDUSTRY: MODELING, FILM

making her the longest-running

complishments in the music industry

Kurkova has graced the prestigious

model in the company and “the most

Brett Ratner

including four Grammy Award nomi-

valuable Victoria’s Secret Angel”

ment has co-financed 61 theatrically

nations, and is currently signed with

as of 2017. She is also well known

released motion pictures exceeding

Epic Records. He just debuted his

as a spokesperson for Maybelline

$10 billion in worldwide box office

newest album with the label, Rather

Cosmetics since 2003 and for her

receipts. In 2016, in partnership

You Than Me. Ross also owns a stake

Super Bowl and Kia Motors com-

with Diageo, he launched a new

in Belaire Champagne, a Wingstop

mercials. Forbes has ranked her as the

premium American whiskey, The

franchise as well as Checkers.

world’s second-highest-paid model

Hilhaven Lodge, named after his

since 2014, with earnings of $10.5

storied Beverly Hills residence. Brett

MICHAEL BAY

million in 2016. With roots in Sal-

is a board of trustees member of

COMPANY: BAY FILMS

vador, Brazil, Lima has joined forces

the Simon Wiesenthal Center and

INDUSTRY: FILM

with the St. Luke Foundation for

Museum of Tolerance. He currently

Bay is one of Hollywood’s most

Haiti, where she helped raise more

sits on the boards of Ghetto Film

than $500,000 to help the country

School, Chrysalis and Best Buddies,

rebuild itself.

while serving on the dean’s council

bankable directors, with blockbuster credits including 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, Pearl Harbor, Armageddon and The Rock plus Bad Boys, Bad Boys II and Pain & Gain― all of which were filmed in Miami. Bay’s latest is The Last Knight, the fifth installment of his blockbuster

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Karolina Kurkova

international covers of Vogue and has done campaigns with brands like IWC, Giuseppe Zanotti, Louis Vuitton, Valentino, Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Victoria’s Secret. Kurkova is also an active humanitar-

of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts BRETT RATNER

and on the board of directors at Tel

COMPANY: RATPAC

Aviv University’s School of Film and

ENTERTAINMENT

Television. This year, he was honored

INDUSTRY: FILM, SPIRITS

with a coveted star on the Hollywood

Ratner is the director behind feature

Walk of Fame.

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ENTREPRENEURS and is producing monthly

the world’s top producing opera-

members-only app that simplifies

events in the Miami De-

tions. In 2011, he led a one-third

nightlife reservations in more than

sign District called “YogArt

sale to an international trading

45 global cities. Recently, he and

Rocks.” She also sits on the

group for $400 million. Mr. Boich

Eric Milon formed MC2 Hospital-

Pérez Art Museum’s board of

developed a robust real estate

ity, which co-created and put The

trustees.

portfolio throughout the U.S. with

Deck at Island Gardens on the

actively managed assets in Florida

map. MC2 Hospitality is prepar-

MARC BELL

and Texas. Mr. Boich graduated

ing to launch Puerto Rico’s iconic

COMPANY: MARC BELL

cum laude from the University of

hotel the El San Juan Resort in

CAPITAL

Miami in 1999. Mr. Boich and his

conjunction with Capponi’s 45th

INDUSTRY: FINANCE,

wife, Cynthia, live in Miami Beach

Birthday. His newest venture is the

TECHNOLOGY, THEATER

with their two children.

“Art Basel” of impact, sustainability

Marc is the consummate

WAYNE & ARLENE CHAPLIN COMPANY: SOUTHERN GLAZER’S WINE & SPIRITS, YOGART (DARLEE PRODUCTIONS) INDUSTRY: LIQUOR & WINE DISTRIBUTION  Wayne Chaplin serves as CEO of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Chaplin is also active in the social and philanthropic circuits, volunteering in various leadership activities at his alma mater, the University of Miami. He serves on the university’s board of trustees, as well as chairman of the board of Mount Sinai Medical Center of Miami Beach. His wife, Arlene, is also involved in the development of community-bettering initiatives such as YogArt and Buddhas and Bellinis. To date, YogArt has grown

entrepreneur whose career

MICHAEL CAPPONI

WEEK, a weeklong conference

started in the ’90s with his

COMPANY: CAPPONI SHEAR

bringing together top global lead-

first company, Globix: The

CONSTRUCTION

ers in design/innovation, impact

Global Internet Exchange,

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE,

investing, corporate sustainability

which owned 28,000 miles

NIGHTLIFE, TECHNOLOGY

and more.

of fiber globally. Today, his

Michael Capponi is one of Miami’s

firm has investments in more

great developers, humanitar-

BRETT DAVID

than 160 companies includ-

ians and businessmen. He is

COMPANY: PRESTIGE

ing fashion-watch sensation

the president of Capponi Shear

IMPORTS - LAMBORGHINI

KYBOE!, Nano-satellite

Construction, a group that builds

MIAMI

pioneer Terran Orbital

and remodels both high-end resi-

INDUSTRY: AUTOMOBILE

and mortgage powerhouse

dential and commercial properties,

Brett David, CEO of Prestige

Armour Residential REIT,

which is expanding into Bimini,

Imports - Lamborghini Miami, has

which has more than $8

Bahamas. He founded the Global

grown the company to new heights

billion in assets. Marc is

Empowerment Mission in 2011

since his father’s passing in 2007,

also one of Broadway’s most

and is the co-founder of InList, a

maintaining its annual status as

Photo Credit: Prestige Imports (David)

Wayne and Arlene Chaplin

and consciousness, called IMPACT

successful producers, where he has won two Tony Awards: one for Best Musical, Jersey Boys, and Best Play, August: Osage County. Marc sits on the board of trustees for New York University, Boca Raton Museum of Art and SOS Children’s Villages. WAYNE BOICH COMPANY: BOICH COMPANIES INDUSTRY: MINING Wayne Michael Boich is the chairman and CEO of Boich Companies. He joined the company in 1999 and has worked in all functions of the company over the past 18 years. He was named chairman and CEO in 2005. Mr. Boich is the founder and managing partner of Montana’s only underground coal mine, Signal Peak Energy, one of

Brett David

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estate boasts 700 feet of In-

This mother-son power duo has

dian Creek waterfront, and

been quickly taking over the Miami

Mr. Dean opens the doors

real estate ranks. ONE Sotheby’s In-

in support of numerous

ternational Realty has 11 offices and

great causes like the Mourn-

has recruited more than 550 agents

ing Family Foundation, Lit-

since its inception in 2008. The

tle Lighthouse Foundation

direct affiliation with Sotheby’s and

and the Paradise Fund.

Sotheby’s International Realty has offered the company unparalleled,

RICK DE LA CROIX

global reach to a network of more

COMPANY: MYCONIAN

than 18,000 associates in more

LUXURY GROUP

than 60 countries and territories.

INDUSTRY: WATCHES

In addition to its luxury brokerage

Rick De La Croix owns

division, the firm also boasts a de-

the Myconian Luxury

velopment sales division represent-

Group (MLG), which is

ing some of South Florida’s most

an international retail and

successful and prestigious condo

wholesale group focus-

developments with a total inventory

ing on the distribution of

of more than $3.5 billion. Together,

luxury timepieces such

they have turned the South Florida

as Hublot, Zenith, TAG

market into the universal capital it

Heuer, HYT, Gucci and

is today.

Greubel Forsey, as well as

Rick De La Croix

the largest-volume Lamborghini

WILLIAM DEAN

dealer worldwide and the largest-

COMPANY: M.C. DEAN, INC.

volume Audi dealer nationwide.

INDUSTRY: TECH

Brett acquired the Pagani franchise

He is the CEO of M.C. Dean, Inc.,

in 2012 and sold Prestige Audi in

one of the largest private power and

2015 for the largest Audi sale in U.S.

technology engineering firms in the

history, after years of unprecedented

nation. With 25 offices worldwide,

success. Prestige Marine includes

M.C. Dean, Inc. specializes in infra-

Midnight Express and VanDutch

structure such as rail, healthcare,

power boats. Prestige’s Real Estate

utilities and data centers. Projects

Division, with business partner and

include Southcom headquarters in

sister Brooke David, synergizes its

Doral, the Miami FBI field office,

world of luxury automobiles with

the Port Miami tunnel, the Pen-

Estates & Exotics. Brett is co-found-

tagon and the Boeing Dreamliner

er of Ride2Revive, a foundation

factory. He restored and improved

providing exhilarating race-track

the historic S.S. Kresge estate on

experiences for children with cancer.

Pinetree Drive in Miami Beach. The

the ownership and distribu-

JILL HERTZBERG & JILL EBER

tion of its own house brand,

COMPANY: COLDWELL

Bomberg. MLG has offices

BANKER RESIDENTIAL REAL

in Switzerland, the United

ESTATE

States and various Latin-

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

American countries and has

The celebrity broker team known

billings in excess of $100

as “The Jills” of Coldwell Banker,

million. De La Croix is a

are the leading real estate agents in

U.S. partner of LVMH with

South Florida and Miami Beach,

six Hublot boutiques. He is

having sold more than $3.3 billion

married with two children

in real estate since 2005. Their ex-

and resides between Neuchatel,

pertise and knowledge of the luxury

Switzerland and Coral Gables. He is

market has helped them achieve

on the board of Zo’s Fund for Life,

record-shattering sales, including

supports Best Buddies and the Irie

the sale of the Versace Mansion

Foundation. A former board mem-

and the second-highest recorded

ber of Tottenham Hotspur football

sale in Miami ever, the $47 million

club in London, he is an ardent

3 Indian Creek. They have been

sports fan and has brought many

named Coldwell Banker’s No. 1 sales

of his relationships in the world of

team worldwide for five consecutive

soccer to Hublot in its domination

years and Florida’s No. 1 team for 15

of this sport.

consecutive years. Their top location picks include exclusive oceanfront

MAYI & DANIEL DE LA VEGA

homes and condos on South Beach,

COMPANY: ONE SOTHEBY’S

Golden Beach, La Gorce, Fisher,

INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Star, Sunset and Indian Creek.

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

Islands.

59 Rick De La Croix

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ENTREPRENEURS Kato wears. Fueled by

than 335 companies, ranging from

dreams and determina-

fashion retail brands Scotch & Soda

HOWARD LORBER

tion, the Miami Beach

and Vince to restaurant brands Bar

COMPANY: DOUGLAS ELLIMAN

resident and Harvard

Louie and Boston Market. A Whar-

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE

alum is a modern-day

ton graduate, Marc is a co-owner of

In addition to being the chairman

Renaissance man.

the Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey

and a principal owner of real estate

From developing com-

Devils and Crystal Palace soccer

powerhouse Douglas Elliman (with

mercial properties for

team. He is also known for his phi-

offices in New York, South Florida,

Fortune 100 companies

lanthropy, having supported more

Los Angeles, Aspen, Colorado and

to becoming founder

than 250 nonprofit organizations

Greenwich, Conn.), he is the execu-

and CEO of global

through the Sun Capital Partners

tive chairman of Nathan’s Famous,

credit card processing

Foundation. Leder is an advocate

Inc. Lorber is also president and

company Merchant

for the creative arts, hosting events

CEO of the Miami-based Vector

Hub, to playing world-

that support artists’ careers. He also

Group Ltd., a publicly held company

wide polo and backing

serves as a director of the Berggruen

listed on the New York Stock Ex-

various charities, the

Museum in Berlin and as a member

change that is in the manufacturing

accomplished entre-

of the University of Pennsylvania

and real estate investment business.

preneur and chronic

Huntsman Program advisory board.

jet setter is constantly PHILIP LEVINE

COMPANY: WE THE BEST

celebrities and royalty

COMPANY: ROYAL MEDIA

MUSIC GROUP

like Prince William,

PARTNERS, BARON CORP.

INDUSTRY: ENTERTAINMENT

Duke of Cambridge.

INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE,

A major force in the music

Kato’s philanthropic

GOVERNMENT

industry, mogul, executive,

COMPANY: THE COLLECTION

contributions include After-School

Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine

mega-producer, 2017 Grammy-

INDUSTRY: AUTOMOBILE

All-Stars with Arnold Schwarzeneg-

put on Miami Beach’s Centennial

nominated recording artist and

Gorin, president and CEO of The

ger, the Miami Children’s Health

Extravaganza, while working on

New York Times best-selling author

Collection in Coral Gables, is known

Foundation and Miami Children’s

projects like the Convention Center

DJ Khaled, known as the “Anthem

renovation and combating the rising

King” is commonly referred to

as one of the most respected luxury

DJ Khaled Hospital; he’s also an advocate to

automobile executives. Under his di-

the United Nations, The Buoniconti

sea level issue. Also a real estate mo-

as the “Quincy Jones of hip-hop

rection, The Collection has become

Fund and The Black Gala, support-

gul, Mayor Levine is the president

& R&B.” He has made dozens of

one of the most distinguished luxury

ing and mentoring at-risk youth.

and CEO of Baron Corp, a privately

chart-topping hit records featuring

held investment company that fo-

Jay Z, Kanye West, Drake, Chris

dealerships in the country. Gorin is on the chairman’s committee of

MARC LEDER

cuses on opportunistic investments

Brown, Ludacris, T.I., French

the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and

COMPANY: SUN CAPITAL

in the tourism and real estate sector,

Montana, Future, Big Sean, Rick

through The Collection supports

PARTNERS INC.

including developing the Sunset

Ross, John Legend, Nicki Minaj

countless charities including Jack-

INDUSTRY: FINANCE

Harbour neighborhood. He is also

and Lil Wayne, among others. In

son Memorial Foundation, Miami

Marc Leder is co-founder and

president and CEO of Royal Media

the past 12 months he has capti-

Project, Baptist Hospital Founda-

co-CEO of Boca Raton-based Sun

Partners, the exclusive onboard

vated millions of fans globally by

tion, Miami Children’s Museum,

Capital, a global private invest-

media and port shopping partner of

the use of social media and has

Women of Tomorrow, the Boys &

ment firm that has invested in more

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

been coined the “King of Snap-

Girls Clubs and many more. TOMMY KATO

chat.” In 2006, he launched inTommy Kato

novative label deals and started We The Best Music Group. His 2010

COMPANY: MERCHANT HUB

hit song “All I Do is Win” went

INDUSTRY: TECH

triple-platinum, sold more than

Benevolent businessman, devel-

three million singles and crossed

oper, International polo player,

over all music genres to become a

humble humanitarian: These are

mainstream hit, solidifying him as

just some of the many hats Tommy

a force to be reckoned with. That

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Photo Credit: JetSmarter

KEN GORIN

rubbing elbows with

Photo Credit: Michael Raveney (Khaled)

DJ Khaled

DJ KHALED

same year he also released

later he started Coastal

acquired Majestic Proper-

“I’m On One” featuring

Construction Group,

ties and has taken the firm

Drake, Rick Ross and Lil

which now includes seven

to the No. 1 real estate

Wayne. Khaled went on

operating companies, with

company in Miami Beach.

to release the hit single

more than $2.5 billion in

In 2001, Parker founded

“No New Friends” featur-

current projects, includ-

Clear Title Group LLC,

ing Drake, Lil Wayne and

ing the Four Seasons at

Miami’s leading closing

Rick Ross, which reached

The Surf Club, Residences

agency for distinguished

gold status and has sold

by Armani/Casa, Porsche

buyers and sellers, sought

more than 500,000 singles

Design Tower, Faena Hotel

a joint venture with Titan

worldwide. DJ Khaled has

and Residences and Para-

Capital and founded Titan

sold more than 15 million

mount Miami Worldcenter.

Capital Florida LLC in

singles in his career. He

Murphy is currently chair-

2006. In 2010, Parker and

is also committed to pro

man and CEO of Coastal

real estate attorney Jona-

social initiatives and is the

Construction Group.

than Beloff partnered with

first social media ambassador of Bono’s Project

JAY PARKER

Parker Jacobs PLC, Miami

Red, as well as the national

COMPANY: CLEAR

Beach’s most significant

spokesperson for Get

TITLE GROUP LLC, TI-

transactional law firm. Jay

Schooled.

TAN CAPITAL, BELOFF

advocates against animal

PARKER JACOBS PLC,

abuse and sits on the City

TOM MURPHY JR.

DOUGLAS ELLIMAN

of Miami Beach commu-

COMPANY: COASTAL

INDUSTRY: LAW, REAL

nity development board.

CONSTRUCTION

ESTATE

GROUP

Accepting the position of

SERGEY PETROSSOV

INDUSTRY:

CEO of Douglas Elliman’s

COMPANY:

CONSTRUCTION

Florida Brokerage two

JETSMARTER

Murphy founded Seaboard

years ago, Parker has al-

INDUSTRY: PRIVATE

Construction at the ripe

most doubled the number

AVIATION

age of 21, and he sold it

of offices in the region

Awarded Forbes’ 30 Under

to Turner Construction

as well as the number of

30 in Consumer Technol-

15 years later. One year

agents at the company,

ogy and South Florida’s Top Working Professional by the Sun Sentinel, Sergey is always seeking out ways to innovate industries. He has traveled privately with friends and family, and prior to JetSmarter, hated the brick-and-mortar approach to booking charter. marketplaces were becoming popular and decided private aircraft should be booked that way, too.

Photo Credit: JetSmarter

Photo Credit: Michael Raveney (Khaled)

He started noticing mobile

Through this, the idea for JetSmarter was born. They built the first beta version of the JetSmarter app in

Jay Parker

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Sergey Petrossov

Eric Jacobs to create Beloff August 2012, which was

WIDE ENTERTAINMENT

used by a closed group of

AND SPORTS

people, making Sergey the

CORPORATION

founder and CEO of one of

INDUSTRY: REAL

the world’s most innovative

ESTATE, SPORTS

technologies to date.

At 19, Marc Roberts was the youngest person to

DORA PUIG

promote a professional

COMPANY: LUXE

boxing match. By the age

LIVING REALTY

of 21, he had his first world

INDUSTRY: REAL

champion and went on to

ESTATE Dora Puig lives and breathes luxury. She has been selling high-end real estate in Miami since 1995, and before that, in a little town called Beverly Hills. To date, she has sold more than $2.1 billion in luxury real estate and established her own boutique brokerage firm, Luxe Living Realty. She is also the director of sales & marketing for Fisher Island’s newest and most prestigious Palazzo Del Sol. In 2016, she ranked No. 1 in Miami-Dade Total Volume of Closed Sales with $363,528,000. MARC ROBERTS COMPANY: WORLD-

Marc Roberts

manage two heavyweight champions, Ray Mercer and Shannon Briggs. In the 1990s, Marc became the first person to ever take a sports-management company public on the national Nasdaq, Triple Threat Enterprises (TTP). He took a second sports-management

4/13/17 7:06 PM

ENTREPRENEURS company, Worldwide Entertain-

positioning Hublot as part of the

and named Best Media-Executive in

the National Council for Adoption

ment and Sports (WWES), public

10 biggest luxury watches in North

the football media industry in 2014.

in 2007, the President’s Service

a few years later, raising more than

America. The watch executive was

Riccardo supports several charities,

Award in 2008 and the Tony Ben-

$100 million. In the midst of his

born in France and received a mas-

including YKPA children’s shelter,

nett Exploring the Arts Award in

success with his Worldwide Enter-

ter’s of science in management from

“Casa Famiglia,” New World Center

2012. In addition, the Wolfington

tainment and Sports Corporation,

E.M. Lyon and has since spent his

and the Bass Museum of Art. Ad-

Foundation enables bright futures

Marc developed a special interest

ditionally, he’s involved with Play for

for at-risk children through sports

for real estate and has completed

Change, which grants sports-related

and the arts.

more than $1 billion in investment

wishes for terminally ill children.

projects around the country, along SEAN WOLFINGTON

YAMPOLSKY

center. In Alabama, June 5 is “Marc

COMPANY: THE WOLFINGTON

COMPANY: EAST COAST

Roberts Day,” thanks to his large

COMPANIES

JEWELRY

donation to the Easter Seals Camp

INDUSTRY: TECHNOLOGY,

INDUSTRY: JEWELRY,

ASCCA, the largest year-round

REAL ESTATE, FILM

WATCH

camp for children and adults with

Chairman and CEO of The Wolfing-

The father-son duo is the

disabilities.

ton Companies, Sean Wolfington is

premier leader in America for many

a serial entrepreneur in technology,

luxury watch brands. Bobby made

auto, marketing and film. By the age

Palm Beach history by becoming

of 40, he built and sold three digital

the youngest store-owner on Worth

platform companies for nearly a

Avenue at age 19. Now, their 30-

half-billion dollars. Wolfington was

plus year reputation in the industry

recognized as “Entrepreneur of the

means East Coast Jewelry (ECJ

Year” by Ernst & Young and HL,

Luxe) is the go-to establishment for

received the Legacy Award from

the ultimate in everything exqui-

DAVID A. TEPPER INDUSTRY: FINANCE COMPANY: APPALOOSA MANAGEMENT David Tepper has the distinction of being one of the most successful hedge fund managers in history. Tepper moved to Miami Beach from New Jersey and brought Appaloosa Management, his $18 billion hedge fund, with him. The fund did especially well in the wake of the financial crisis, making him an investing legend. Tepper has made very generous philanthropic gifts to Carnegie Mellon University, including a $55 million gift for the David A. Tepper School of Business in 2003, and a $67 million gift in 2013 to sponsor the David Tepper Quadrangle, a building that aimed to create a collaborative learning environment. He started a PAC with educational aims called Better Education For Kids, and helped victims of Hurricane Sandy. JEAN-FRANCOIS SBERRO COMPANY: HUBLOT INDUSTRY: WATCH Jean-Francois Sberro is the current managing director of Hublot North America, playing a large role in

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Jean-Francois Sberro

whole career in the watch industry. He first joined the LVMH Group with TAG Heuer in 2004 in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, and then joined the Hublot team in 2009, working closely with mentors Jean-Claude Biver and Ricardo Guadalupe since

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BOBBY & MICHAEL

with co-founding Miami World-

then. He currently resides in Miami with his wife and 2-year-old son. In his free time, he runs marathons (Miami, New York, Chicago) and even achieved a full-Ironman in Cozumel, Mexico. RICCARDO SILVA COMPANY: MP & SILVA, MP MEGA MIAMI INDUSTRY: SPORTS, MODELING, HOSPITALITY Riccardo Silva manages and invests in assets across sectors such as sports, media, entertainment, restaurants and the arts. His portfolio includes Miami FC, MP & Silva, MP Management, QP LDN, Mast Capital and The Riccardo Silva Collection. Previously, he served as the Milan Channel CEO before establishing and leading MP & Silva. He’s currently president and co-owner of Miami FC. He was awarded the Globe Soccer Award

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Robert

DESIGNERS site. ECJ Luxe’s concept is to have all

ROBERT ZARCO

luxury-lifestyle products and services

COMPANY: ZARCO EINHORN

under one roof. ECJ Luxe has evolved

SALKOWSKI & BRITO, P.A.

over the years to be much more than

INDUSTRY: LAW

just a jewelry store. In addition to

Robert Zarco and his firm, Zarco

accessing jewelry and timepieces,

Einhorn Salkowski & Brito, P.A., are

they provide their clients an array of

recognized as experts and among one

different services, from yacht charter,

of the top franchise/licensing and

private-aircraft charter and exotic

hospitality law firms in the United

vehicles. They have locations in Sunny

States. The firm also handles all

Isles, Design District, Charlotte, N.C.,

aspects of distributorship, distribution

Dee Ocleppo and Tommy Hilfiger

and manufacturer/dealer law, as well as complex commercial litigation disputes in real estate and other complex business disputes. Although based in Photos: Credit: Getty Images (Wolfington)

Miami, the firm has achieved national and international recognition by representing clients throughout the world, including Mexico, Europe, Latin and South America, Australia, New Zealand and the Caribbean. Robert has also been recognized Robert Zarco

at Mizner Park in Boca Raton. ENGIN YESIL COMPANY: CORE DEVELOPMENT HOLDINGS CORP. INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE After making his fortune by innovating the eyewear industry through a contact-lens company now known as 1-800-CONTACTS, Turkish tycoon Engin Yesil launched Iprepay, a pioneer company that delivers store-value products such as prepaid wireless airtime, calling cards, bill payment and more. He founded Core Development in 1996, and his Turkish real estate company, Yesil Insaat, is developing a grand-scale project near Istanbul. He has been chairman and director of SK Realty Ventures since 2007 and also became president of Wilson Creek Mining Corporation in 2008.

TOMMY HILFIGER & DEE

INDUSTRY: DESIGN, ACT-

OCLEPPO

ING/MODELING, FITNESS

COMPANY: TOMMY

Barbara Becker is a German-

HILFIGER CORPORATION

American actress, model, de-

INDUSTRY: FASHION,

signer and businesswoman who

HOSPITALITY

has made a name for herself in

After a hit premier menswear

Lawyers of America for several years.

many different industries from

collection in 1985, Tommy Hil-

fitness training to jewelry, fash-

figer’s brand grew at a fast pace.

ALAN & RUTH ZELCER

ion and interior design. Hailing

His Tommy Hilfiger Corporate

from Heidelberg, Germany,

Foundation helps the cultural

Becker launched her career as a

lives of underprivileged youth.

model and actress, but ventured

He is also involved with the

into multiple areas of the design

Anti-Defamation League and is

industry after moving to Fisher

on the board of The Fresh Air

Island in 2000. She has been

Fund. In 2009, he donated $2

designing jewelry for 12 years,

million to Millennium Promise.

with her most recent collection

Hilfiger is married to designer

launch in 2012, and released

Dee Ocleppo and purchased a

her first interior-design collec-

home in Golden Beach as well

tion in 2011 with six thematic

as the iconic Raleigh Hotel in

design creations, including a

2014. Hilfiger recently launched

designer rug collection, since.

the first-ever line of adaptive

Becker is also considered Ger-

designer clothing for chil-

many’s “First Fitness Lady” and

dren with disabilities. Hilfiger

has released several versions of

revealed his Fall 2016 Ready-to-

her DVD, Mein Pilates Training,

Wear line, following Burberry

which sold more than 200,000

and Tom Ford’s style of reveal-

copies in 2005.

ing collections a full six months

through earning many awards for being a Top Lawyer, a Super

and their newest flagship store located

BARBARA BECKER

Lawyer, a Preeminent Lawyer, a Legal Eagle and among The Best

COMPANY: ISACO INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRY: APPAREL Alan is president and COO of Isaco International Corp, a leading designer, distributor and licensee of a broad line of high-quality men’s underwear and ties, while Ruth serves as vice-president of merchandising. The company manufactures for major retailers and branded labels, such as Perry Ellis, in addition to their own brands, Papi and Rico. Alan and Ruth are extremely involved in the community, offering support to numerous charitable foundations such as the Miami Jewish Federation, Mount Sinai Hospital Founders, MTV Staying Alive, The Broward House and Style Saves.

before they hit stores.

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HOSPITALITY POWER PLAYERS try. He is a member of the advisory

More recently, he opened OTL in the

board for the University of Miami

Design District, a hip coffee shop

Miller School of Medicine Depart-

and community hangout in the heart

ment of Psychiatry and Behavioral

of the posh shopping area.

Sciences. He is also chairman of the board of Make-A-Wish South

DIEGO & GISELA

Florida and chairman of the Inter-

LOWENSTEIN

continental Miami Make-A-Wish

COMPANY: LIONSTONE

Ball for 12 years running. Malnik

DEVELOPMENT, THE GLOW

hosts the Ball with his wife, actress,

SYSTEM

director and writer Gabrielle Anwar,

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY

who runs the auction with aplomb.

Diego and Gisela Lowenstein’s mis-

Anwar has directed her first docu-

sion is to enrich the lives of Miami

mentary, Sexology, which Shareef

residents while helping to make

executive-produced. Shareef has

South Florida a sought-after travel

been a member of the board of di-

destination. The Lowensteins have

rectors of the Police Athletic League

left their mark in hospitality with

(PAL) for more than 20 years.

their family company, Lionstone Development, best known for The

Diego and Gisela Lowenstein

PHILIP GOLDFARB

SHAREEF MALNIK &

COMPANY: FONTAINEBLEAU

GABRIELLE ANWAR

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY

COMPANY: THE FORGE,

In seven years as president and

NEXTWAVE FUNDING

COO of Fontainebleau, Goldfarb

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY,

has taken the iconic resort to the

FINANCE

next level with creative ideas like

Owner of The Forge Restaurant/

BleauLive, the resort’s one-of-a-kind

Winebar, Shareef has kept the

entertainment platform, as well as

restaurant at the top of everyone’s

new restaurant concepts. The prior

list with the finest steaks, service

eight years he was president and

and ambience. He is chairman of

COO of Turnberry Associates, Fon-

the board of Nextwave Funding, a

tainebleau’s parent company, and 14

finance company funding small and

years as Doubletree’s S.E. director

mid-size businesses across the coun-

of operations, which prepared him

MARKETING GROUP

signature developments including

INDUSTRY: NIGHTLIFE

Epic Hotel & Residences. Addition-

Armed with an enviable Rolodex

ally, Diego teamed up with Virgin

and a knack for wrangling the right

Group to create Virgin Hotels and

crowd, David Grutman operates

bring this exciting venture to cities

Miami’s top nightclub venues and

across North America and beyond. Diego and Gisela have supported landmark institutions like the New World Symphony. The couple’s philanthropic endeavors also extend to Big Brothers Big Sisters

David Grutman

restaurants. LIV at the Fontainebleau, LIV at Sun Life Stadium and STORY are known worldwide for their epic parties and chart-topping teamed up with restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow to open Komodo, a

chairman of the dean’s board at the

three-level Asian-inspired restaurant

FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality.

in Downtown Miami. Since its huge

He has been awarded FIU’s Hospi-

success, Grutman launched Komodo

tality School “Torchbearer Award”

Lounge, the intimate venue situated

and the university’s prestigious

at the top floor of the restaurant.

“FIU Medallion.”

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Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour, as well as

musical acts. In 2015, Grutman

to run the ultimate Miami Beach resort property. He is currently

Ritz-Carlton South Beach and The

COMPANY: MIAMI

(BBBS). In their free time, Diego and Gisela enjoy trave-

ling the world with their children. MATHIEU MASSA COMPANY: MASSA INVESTMENT GROUP INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY Massa is the founder, president and CEO of Massa Investment Group. Born on the glittering shores of the French Riviera, Mathieu studied at the prestigious school HEC in Paris and received his MBA in 2007 from

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Philip Goldfarb

DAVID GRUTMAN

Babson College in Boston. Massa

tive attitude, loyalty and fairness

ity to fashion,

settled in Miami and founded his

into the mix. Together, they look

his wife, Yona,

private equity firm to benefit from

forward to blazing paths and intro-

inspired by her

the subprime crisis of 2009. After

ducing new concepts.

Indian culture

multiple acquisitions of residential

and a penchant

and commercial assets in Miami,

KEITH MENIN

for France, is

Massa and partner Paul Jarquin

COMPANY: MENIN

now creating a

founded REI Immobilier, which

HOSPITALITY

fashion clothing

specializes in sustainable wood

INDUSTRY:

line under her

structure residential development

HOSPITALITY

in Paris, France. Massa, along with

After an early start in the hospitality

partner Michael Ridard, founded

industry, Keith Menin is lauded as

Indian culture

Mr. Hospitality in 2014. The

one of the top new-generation ho-

mixed with a

company functions as a food and

teliers in Miami. With family roots

beverage management group with

deeply embedded in South Florida’s

several restaurants and nightlife

hospitality industry since the pivotal

destinations in Miami and Miami

1920s, Menin learned the funda-

Beach.

mentals from his uncle and mentor, Russell Galbut. Providing new distinctive experiences for today’s

SIERVO AND NAVIN CHATANI

discerning traveler, Menin’s expand-

COMPANY: KNR

ing portfolio of hotels, restaurants

HOSPITALITY GROUP

and nightspot venues include Mon-

INDUSTRY: RESTAURANTS,

drian South Beach, Shelborne South

NIGHTLIFE

Beach, Gale South Beach, Kaskades

Since it formed in 2006, KNR

South Beach, Sanctuary South

Hospitality Group has been one

Beach, Bentley South Beach, Bodega

of the region’s eminent restaurant

Taqueria y Tequila, Pizza Bar, Halves

and nightlife companies. Led by

& Wholes, The Drawing Room,

founder Nicola Siervo, they operate

the Raffaello Hotel and rooftop bar

the food, beverage and nightlife es-

Drumbar in Chicago, and the re-

tablishments at the W South Beach,

cently opened hot spots Bakehouse

The Dutch, Wet and Wall. Nightlife

Brasserie and Ricky’s on Alton and

partner Navin Chatani brings more

16th Street in Miami Beach—and

than 20 years of experience, a posi-

more venues on the way.

Photo credits: MMG (Grutman), Menin Hospitality (Menin)

KNR HOSPITALITY: NICOLA

name, Yoshina Puri. Using her

Keith Menin

ALAN FAENA COMPANY: FAENA GROUP INDUSTRY: REAL ESTATE Alan Faena is the visionary behind Faena Group, specializing in the creation of remarkable holistic environments that integrate residences and hotels with art and cultural experiences. Alan debuted Faena Hotel Miami Beach in December 2015, the first element of the highly anticipated Faena District Miami Beach, a new neighborhood with art and culture at its core. Recently, the completed Faena Forum debuted in Miami Beach. Envisioned by Alan, Faena District features one-of-a-kind cultural, residential, hotel, retail, restaurant and public environments that have been conceived as dynamic expressions of art, design, nature, technology and

French colonial education, her design aesthetics aim to redefine the fashionable woman with a special look. Yoshina Puri clothing is a look of youthful ease, liberated soul and carefree confidence. LEE BRIAN SCHRAGER COMPANY: SOUTHERN GLAZER’S WINE & SPIRITS INDUSTRY: BEVERAGE Lee Brian Schrager is the senior vice-president of communications & corporate social responsibility for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. He is widely recognized for his creation of both the Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach and New York

service.

which have collectively raised

TUNU & YONA PURI

for their respective beneficiaries.

COMPANY: TAMARINA INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY, FASHION After dipping his toe in the restaurant world by investing in Zuma Miami with his good friend Arjun Waney, Tunu entered the realm full throttle with Coya, DÔA and now La Petite Maison in Brickell. La Petite Maison has opened to rave reviews and has become the go-to

Lee Brian Schrager

City Wine & Food Festivals, more than $33 million to date He has three cookbooks: “Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival Cookbook,” “Fried & True” and most recently “America’s Best Breakfasts.” He serves as a panelist for Forbes’ prestigious 30 Under 30 Food & Wine annual list, and is a current member of the board of trustees for the Pérez Art Museum Miami and board of directors for the Food Bank For New York City.

spot in Miami. From hospitalMathieu Massa

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PHLANTHROPISTS Orianne recently founded Never

social, celebrity, sports, fashion and

Give Up, which helps victims of

charity scene in South Florida for

spinal cord injuries find movement

her “Steph Sez” column in The Mi-

through martial arts. Phil and Ori-

ami Herald and online, and writes

anne are enjoying Miami’s culture,

the philanthropy page in Indulge

with a new high-fashion boutique

magazine. Steph is passionate for

in the Design District, OC Concept

The Miami Project to Cure Paraly-

Store. The couple are additionally

sis and The Buoniconti Fund, the

amplifying their son Nic Collins’

world’s most comprehensive spinal

music career with his band, What

cord injury research center. She

You Know, touring this year.

produces high-profile fundraisers like the Great Sports Legends Din-

Nancy and Al Malnik Photo Credit: Romain Maurice

AL & NANCY MALNIK

Beach. He transformed it into a chic

COMPANY: THE FORGE

dining destination for the biggest

INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY

stars at the time, including Frank

Al and Nancy Malnik’s charitable

Sinatra, Bob Hope and Yul Bryn-

endeavors are near and dear to their

ner. “Life was glamorous back then,”

hearts. After one of their children

Malnik recalls. “Hotels like the Eden

was stricken with cancer, the couple

Roc, Deauville, Fontainebleau and

witnessed firsthand the amazing

Diplomat hired famous entertain-

work Make-A-Wish does in bring-

ers, who created this nightlife where

ing happiness and hope to termi-

the women dressed up and the guys

nally ill kids. For the past 18 years,

wore tuxes. The Forge was the spot

the Malniks have supported the

after the shows.”

Make-A-Wish Foundation of South Florida, becoming lifetime benefac-

PHIL & ORIANNE COLLINS

tors for their incredible fundraising

COMPANY: LITTLE DREAMS

efforts. Their contributions to the

FOUNDATION,

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in

ORIANNE COLLINS JEWELRY

Boston are just as personal, with

INDUSTRY: PHILANTHROPY,

the Al and Nancy Malnik Family

FASHION, MUSIC

AML Research Fund, which has

Phil and Orianne Collins are the

made significant breakthroughs

king and queen of philanthropy,

in reducing acute myelogenous

having launched the Little Dreams

leukemia. With their six children

Foundation (LDF) to help fulfill

(Al has four other progeny from his

the dreams of young talent, while

first marriage) growing up, the old-

expanding the global nonprofit

est trio (triplets!) is now in college.

organization with a presence in

Of course, Al is also known as the

South Florida. The award-winning

originator of The Forge, a restaurant

singer/songwriter even staged a

he bought in 1968 because there

comeback performance last year to

were no good places to eat in Miami

raise awareness in support of LDF.

PAUL & SWANEE DIMARE

ner in New York City, Destination

COMPANY: DIMARE FRESH

Fashion and the Buoniconti Fund

INDUSTRY: PRODUCE

Celebrity Golf Invitational with Jack

Paul DiMare is the nation’s top

Nicklaus at The Bear’s Club. She

tomato grower and packer, owning

has received numerous awards for

DiMare Fresh. He is founder and

community work. Steph is married

chairman of Florida Farmers Inc.

to her husband, Morten, and is a

and director of First National Bank

proud mom to her two sons, Anders

of South Florida. He is the president

and Austin.

of seven different family foundations and the Paul J. DiMare Foundation,

ANTHONY & ALINA SHRIVER

through which they have contrib-

COMPANY: BEST BUDDIES IN-

uted $6 million to fund scholarships

TERNATIONAL & SHRIVER ART

at the University of Miami, and

INDUSTRY: PHILANTHROPY,

pledged an additional $12 million.

ART LICENSING

Swanee serves on many boards and

Twenty-eight years ago, Anthony

has made substantial donations to

Kennedy Shriver founded Best

the Fairchild Tropical Garden, the

Buddies International, a global

Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, the

nonprofit with the mission of

Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum

inclusion and employment for

of Science, Women of Tomorrow

individuals with intellectual and

and the Miami Project to Cure

developmental disabilities (IDD),

Paralysis, for which she got the pre-

which has since grown to more than

senting sponsor award. She received

2,300 chapters around the world,

the Lifetime Achievement Award for

impacting more than 1.1 million

Philanthropy by the Association of

lives annually for persons with and

Fundraising Professionals. Recently,

without IDD. Alina M. Shriver is the

the couple was presented with the

exclusive worldwide licensing agent

Centennial Humanitarian Award for

for international pop artist Romero

their strong commitment to the Red

Britto, managing strategic licensing

Cross at the American Red Cross

programs through the development

Greater Miami & The Keys 100th

of Britto’s artistic imagery and creat-

Anniversary Ball.

ing partnerships with companies such as Walt Disney, Coca-Cola,

STEPHANIE SAYFIE AGAARD

Hublot and Absolut. She supports

COMPANY: THE MIAMI

her husband, and together they have

PROJECT TO CURE PARALYSIS

built partnerships that merge art

INDUSTRY: PHILANTHROPY

and philanthropy in support of Best

A native of Miami, Steph covers the

Buddies.

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$29,500,000

This stunning Italianate 14,360Âą square foot mansion enjoys views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, Palace of Fine Arts, Alcatraz, Fort Mason, Russian Hill and beyond. Featuring seven bedrooms, eight full baths and three half-baths, formal living room with Carrera marble fireplace, hardwood floors with inlay that matches the paneled high ceilings, a reception hall with hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling mirror flanked by Corinthian pilasters and gold leaf ceiling, amazing formal dining room with carved marble fireplace, a grand foyer with Tiffany fountain, marble floors/staircase and carved ceilings, a mezzanine with magnificent Tiffany skylight, a master suite with huge view windows, marble fireplace and a luxurious marble bath, a library with wall-to-wall bookcases, seven fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, media room, family room, wine room and bar, staff quarters with full kitchen, gym, five marble terraces, six bronze balconies, four-car garage, elevator to all floors and huge roof terrace, and security system with cameras. Short walk to shopping district and prestigious schools. This majestic home was completely renovated to create the modern amenities and still retains the remarkable Beaux-Arts architectural details. The home was the San Francisco Decorator Showcase in 2008. For photos and details, please visit SanFranciscoShowcase2008.com

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5.5 BA

$5,995,000

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TAKING THE WORLD BY STORM WRITTEN BY MARTIN GREEN, CONTRIBUTING EDITOR PAIGE MASTRANDREA INTERVIEW BY VIOLET CAMACHO

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FEW ARTISTS TAKE SUCH A DECISIVE ROAD TO STARDOM AS J BALVIN.

Year. At Premio Lo Nuestro he even won all the Urban categories on his name:

Or maybe not, as it was never stardom that fueled his path to success, but rather

Urban Artist of the Year, Urban Album of the Year, Urban Song of the Year

his deep passion for the music itself. Born as José Álvaro Osorio Balvin in Me-

and Urban Collaboration of the Year. With “Ay Vamos” he also secured his first

dellín, Colombia, his interest in music grew while listening to rap, champeta,

Grammy in 2015, followed in 2016 by one for his fourth studio album Energía.

bachata and reggae, as well as watching music videos. These were the seeds that

If that wasn’t enough, he also made the Guinness Book of World Records title

would eventually evolve into his style, opening the road to success.

for the longest stay at No. 1 on the U.S. Hot Latin Song chart by a single artist

In 2009 he signed on with EMI Colombia and released his first single. “Ella

with his hit song “Ginza.”

Me Cautivó,” which hit No. 35 on the U.S. tropical chart. It brought to the world

As successful as J Balvin is as a solo artist, his talent and energy can also take

that unique urban-fusion sound that would become J Balvin’s hallmark. In

many collaborations to the next level. He teamed up with Robin Thicke for

2010 he released Real and went on to contribute to the soundtrack of El Nego-

the Colombian version of the hit single “Blurred Lines” in 2013, while later on

cio, a movie by Tim Bulot. One of the songs, “En Lo Oscuro,” even made it to

joining Julión Álvarez on Juan Gabriel’s single “La Frontera.” Other successful

No. 1 on Colombia’s music charts.

collaborations include Sofia Carson’s charting debut single “Love is the Name”

His success made him one of the fastest-rising stars in the music industry

and Alejandro Sanz’s “Cuando Seas Grande” together with Gloria Trevi and Los

and the most promising Latin-America artist in recent history. His talent didn’t

Tigres del Norte. For his album Energía he also worked with Bull Nene, Daddy

go unrecognized as he won the Billboard Latin Music Award for New Artist of

Yankee, Fuego, Yandel and Juanes, many of them dominating the Latin Album

the Year, Latin Rhythm Song of the Year and Latin Rhythm Songs Artist of the

charts.

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COVER STORY Despite taking the music world by storm, when Haute Living’s Violet Camacho sat down with him for an exclusive interview while he was in town for the Give to Colombia gala, she found a modest, down-to-earth artist, with a deep-rooted passion for music and his home country, Colombia. What are you working on now? I’m super-focused on making my current music three times more successful than the previous year. I’m looking to shatter those barriers that limit Latin music, and I think we are accomplishing that with a new, broader vision of my music. Tell us about your journey as a singer and performer. How did you get to where you are today? I obviously work really hard. But I also have the capacity to dream really big and have the discipline to materialize those dreams. What was it like to pick up and move to the U.S. at a young age? It must’ve been a big cultural shock moving to Oklahoma. What challenges did you face? I moved to Oklahoma to learn English when I was 16 years old from

LATIN SENSATION J Balvin strives to break the barriers that limit Latin music.

I also dream really big and have the “ discipline to materialize those dreams. ” Colombia for six months, then I moved to New York. It was a very positive move, and maybe back then I didn’t see it so positively, but I do now. I believe that we are a result of our past. Had I not had that experience, I wouldn’t have forged ahead the way I have to attain my dreams. Who is your biggest inspiration? There are many, but I will begin with Daddy Yankee, who excels at another genre of music and Pharrell Williams, who I’ve worked with and admire— not as much in music, but what [Pharrell] translates in terms of lifestyle, culture, fashion, accessories, etc. What is your most memorable moment? That’s a hard question to answer, as there are important moments in your personal life, as well as in your professional. I think that my first Grammy was the most memorable. It was the culmination of my biggest dream accomplished. It made me feel that anything is possible. Describe what it’s like when you’re onstage performing. Take us through a day on tour where you’re prepping to perform. Every performance has provided a learning experience, and as we go, we keep fine-tuning the shows. If we decide to do a tour, we rehearse until we

Timepiece: TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre HEUER 01

perfect. One thing that I do prior to every show is that we huddle the band and pray. We thank more than we ask. And I always place the right foot first

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TAG HEUER J Balvin is the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest music ambassador. Balvin teamed up with TAG Heuer for the Give to Colombia Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benefit gala at the Faena Hotel in Miami Beach. The organization strives to better the lives of Colombians through education, environment, health and economic development.

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COVER STORY when I step on stage. But prayer is primordial for me—it’s how I capture

What do you have to look forward to as TAG Heuer’s newest

my stillness.

ambassador? A lot. First, I think it’s a very interesting collaboration, as it is the first

Tell us about your love for Colombia.

time that they have someone from Latin America working with the

I live in Medellín [Colombia]. I haven’t found the need to live any-

brand, so naturally it’s history in the making and that’s significant. For

where else. I am very happy there and I feel like I maintain a close-

me, it’s very important to arrive at places where no Latino has ever been,

ness to my essence and my origins. Great music has originated in

not because the doors were closed, but because it validates your dreams,

Colombia.

because if you’ve dreamed about it, maybe you thought it wasn’t possible. Many leave their dreams as thoughts and they never knock on the

GLOBETROTTER Although the star is from Colombia and tries to spend as much time there as possible, Balvin is constantly traveling around the world performing for his adoring fans.

Reggaeton was born in Puerto Rico…

door. I want to demonstrate to the world and the youth and those who

Yes, it was born in Puerto Rico, but its origins are from Panama

follow me that anything is possible. All you have to do is work with dis-

ragga. It was in Panama that they began to translate Jamaican reg-

cipline, have a clear vision, and the world is at your hands. It’s irrelevant

gae into Spanish and it was Puerto Rico’s reggaeton festival that

in you are Latino, European or Asian—this world belongs to human be-

gave this music its name. Puerto Rico gave reggaeton international

ings, and we have a duty to represent that in the most positive way. We

acclaim, and now in Columbia we are also enriching the culture.

should transmit something to make the world better.

Tell me about your personal watch collection. What do you look

What will be the final product of this collaboration?

for when choosing a timepiece?

A timeless piece; a watch that you don’t only wear on a special occa-

I look for something that makes me happy—for me to look at it and

sion, but forever. Sometimes you fall into the current hype—it’s nor-

feel happiness. Obviously, happiness is not the material. But with

mal in this marketplace. However, the more I learn about design, the

time, you are like: I feel comfortable, I feel like I deserve it so that I

more I come to the realization that what endures are the classics with

can enjoy it without remorse… that is the most important.

a touch of modernism, produced with restraint.

I LIVE IN MEDELLÍN [COLOMBIA]. I HAVEN’T FOUND THE NECESSITY TO LIVE ANYWHERE ELSE. I AM VERY HAPPY THERE AND FEEL LIKE I MAINTAIN A CLOSENESS TO MY ESSENCE AND MY ORIGINS. GREAT MUSIC HAS ORIGINATED IN COLOMBIA. You seem like a very sensitive person

What are your plans for the upcoming year?

That’s what they say. It’s true

I’m working hard to multiply last year’s success threefold in the music arena and doing a collaboration that has never been done before in Latin music.

That happened in a very organic, natural manner. I had the opportunity to do an event with TAG Heuer in Bogota and I met Mr.

What collaborations are you planning?

[Jean-Claude] Biver. He was taken aback by the reaction of the

You will have to wait and see.

people to my music, the affection. We had a conversation, and it turned out that we share the same vision and almost think, 100

Describe Miami a few words.

percent, the same way—there was instant chemistry. Generally,

Great vibes, sun, party, good life.

like this is the way success should be carried… with happiness,

What’s your idea of the perfect day?

without ego, with sincerity, with gratitude, with smiles and the

Every day is perfect if you are really grateful—it’s important to enjoy

desire to learn something every single day instead of feeling like

every moment. Not every day can you be at the sea or at the beach in

you know everything—and of course, to be willing to learn. I’m

Miami. But to be grateful in the present moment is what makes

learning so much.

every day perfect.

Photos: Courtesy of TKTK

these types of deals take years, but this only took months. I feel

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Photos: Courtesy of TAMZ and Mr. Brainwash (top right)

How did your partnership with TAG Heuer transpire?

Photos: Courtesy of TAMZ and Mr. Brainwash (top right)

Photos: Courtesy of TKTK

LATIN ROCK STAR Balvin has an endless following of loyal supporters who come out to see him no matter what city heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in. Timepiece: TAG Heuer Connected Modular 45

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DE GRISOGONO Melody of Colours Collection ring with 17 white diamonds, 18 emeralds, 33 rubies, 54 pink sapphires, 20 peridots, 1 cabochon-cut amethyst, and 221 amethysts .set in white gold.

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NATURAL WONDERS VIVID COLORS AND RICH TEXTURES ADD EXTRA SUMPTUOUSNESS TO HAUTE JEWELRY COLLECTIONS.

CHOPARD Earrings from the Temptations Collection with two round-shaped pink tourmalines, 14 pear-shaped green tourmalines, 10 fancy-shaped tourmalines (rubellites), and 20 diamonds set in white gold.

PHOTOGRAPHY: TOM CLAISSE @ ALMAKARINA AGENCY ART DIRECTION: KARINA RIKUN @ ALMAKARINA AGENCY

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PIAGET Mediterranean Garden necklace in 18k white gold set with two tourmalines and diamonds.

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DE GRISOGONO Gocce Collection earrings in white gold set with 489 tsavorites, 28 white diamonds (1.30 ct.), and two white diamonds (.25 ct.).

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VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS Peacock Decor necklace with diamonds, turquoise, tsavorite garnets, yellow and pink sapphires, and morganite set in white and yellow gold.

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CARTIER Les Oiseaux Libérés de Cartier ring in white gold with emeralds, sapphires, diamonds, and gray mother of pearl.

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REZA Bouquet brooch featuring marquise- and baguette-shaped diamonds and brilliants set on platinum.

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PIAGET Mediterranean Garden ring in white 18k gold set with a Paraiba tourmaline and diamonds.

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CHANEL FINE JEWELRY Camelia brooch with white and black diamonds in white gold.

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MAN OF STYLE

An Easy

COOL From the series Vikings to the new NBC action thriller Taken, actor Clive Standen never loses his style. Here he not only sports some of the coolest trends for spring, but also shows us a bit of his charismatic personality through the lenses of the Riker Brothers. Keep watching--Standen is ready to take over primetime TV! PHOTOGRAPHY: THE RIKER BROTHERS FASHION DIRECTOR: BRUNO LIMA @CELESTINEAGENCY

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Blazer: Brunello Cucinelli Shirt: Dior Pocket square: Brunello Cucinelli

BOUCHERON Blouse-front traĂŽne de corsage ornament from 1895. Set with ancient-cut and rose-cut diamonds representing geranium flowers and leaves. Convertible to one necklace, six brooches and seven hairpins

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Luxury

Residences

Haute 10 Power Players

HERE, WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE TOP CONDO KINGS OF THE CITY THAT REIGN IN THE FIELD OF LUXURY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT. WE GET THE INSIDE SCOOP ON INDUSTRY TRENDS, THE MIAMI REAL ESTATE MARKET, WHAT THE FUTURE LOOKS LIKE AND MORE. BY PAIGE MASTRANDREA

CARLOS ROSSO Related Group What’s your latest residential project and what makes it unique in the competitive Miami real estate market? We recently completed SLS Hotel and Residences Brickell and are confident that it has raised the bar for what people expect out of a luxury condominium. With a fully integrated sbe-managed hotel component, residents are able to request room service, reserve the spa, speak with the concierge or enjoy any of the other perks that have set the best hotels apart. There are also two world-class restaurants built directly into the tower, Fi’lia by Michael Schwartz and Bazaar Mar by José Andrés. We have also finished a fantastic project in Hollywood: Hyde Resort. It’s the first phase of our Hyde projects in the area, which are a tremendous success, and are now selling the second phase called Hyde Beach House. We’re also set to deliver Brickell Heights and SLS Lux in Brickell and Paraiso Bay in Edgewater later this year, and will be delivering close to 3,000 units in different submarkets in South Florida. What trends have you noticed within the luxurycondo developments in the city? We’ve seen a great demand for mixed-use projects as the city urbanizes and increases in density. For example, SLS Brickell and SLS LUX’s street-level restaurants and Brickell Heights houses state-ofthe-art Equinox and Soul Cycle Gyms speak to those buyers drawn to the urban lifestyle. They are able to live, work and play without having to drive or worry

PHOTOS COURTESY OF RELATED GROUP

CARLOS ROSSO is the driving force behind Related Group’s condo development projects throughout the city. Above: Rendering of SLS LUX at night. To the right: Rendering of Gran Paraiso.

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about parking. Meanwhile, the buyers at our Paraiso projects are looking for a more laid-back style, and so the beach club from chef Michael Schwartz speaks to that. They are still just a short drive from areas like Wynwood and Brickell, so they can have the best of both worlds. What do you find that Miami buyers value most when looking for a luxury condo? It’s no mystery that Miami itself is what draws most buyers. The city has gone through a striking transformation over the past few years and that doesn’t look like it’s going to stop anytime soon. Of course, we still have the beautiful weather and beaches that made the city famous in the first place, but now we also have world-class cultural institutions, a thriving culinary scene and more Pritzker prize-winning architects than any other city in the country. Where do most of your buyers come from? It all depends on the project. In Brickell and Edgewater, we continue to see a wide spread of buyers from Latin America, whereas at our Auberge Fort Lauderdale project it’s been mostly domestic and local buyers. What makes the Miami real estate market unique? Miami’s market is unique in that it appeals to everyone in a different way. South Florida’s extremely diverse population is leading to incredibly unique neighborhoods, each with their own personalities. Some buyers will be drawn to Brickell’s big-city feel, while a neighborhood like Coconut Grove will draw someone looking for more village-like surroundings. Another unique aspect is the speed at which Miami has changed. If you look back only 10 years ago, these neighborhoods that we now take for granted would be unrecognizable. The city has a huge amount of momentum behind it and we are all excited to see where it’s headed.

De Laurentiis’ namesake restaurant, Giada

What trends do you foresee in condo developments within the city in the coming years? We keep reinventing ourselves as a company in each project we tackle. We’re bringing to South Florida the most attractive projects designed by innovative designers and integrating museum-quality art into their outdoors, interiors and façades. I believe we are cementing each neighborhood in South Florida, and bringing life to new neighborhoods such as Edgewater and Hollywood/ Hallandale where our projects have had an immensely positive impact. Just in 2016, Related’s projects have created close to $100 million per year in new property taxes for the different counties in South Florida. When we say we are building cities, there is no better proof than that. Favorite Miami neighborhood. Definitely Brickell. It has the best in everything Miami has to offer: food, arts,

PHILIP GOLDFARB The Fontainebleau COO spends more time at his hotel than possibly anyone, spending his days and nights there and making sure everything is running perfectly.

shopping, nightlife, you name it. It’s a city unto itself that’s rapidly growing and becoming the go-to neighborhood for anyone looking for a place to live, work and play. It’s the perfect example of what so many of us are pushing for Miami to become.

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GIL DEZER, Dezer Development What’s your latest residential project and

location, location. We focused primarily on

what makes it unique in the competitive

only the best locations. The good news is

Miami real estate market?

that buyers have a wide range of desires, and

Porsche Design Tower. Its uniqueness is no

therefore buildings have the opportunity to

doubt derived from the Dezervator, which is

reach all different types of buyers.

the patented car-elevator system that takes a passenger with their car directly to their ga-

Where do most of your buyers come from?

rage within their apartment. There is simply

We get the same slice of buyers from all the

nothing like it in the world.

different South American and European countries as most other developments. U.S.

What trends have you noticed within the

buyers are starting to come back now.

luxury-condo developments in the city? What makes the Miami real estate market

pening in Miami with our branded build-

unique?

ings. Our first success with Trump led to our

The Miami market is so unique because of

success with Porsche Design, which in turn

our worldwide audience. This is one of the

led us to build Residences by Armani/Casa.

very few markets in the world that has such

Other developers have tried to imitate the

a worldwide reach. It compares to cities like

idea of branding buildings using second-rate

New York and London with respect to the

brands. Plagiarism is the best form of flattery

amount of nationalities that own real estate

and confirms that I am a forward-thinking

here in South Florida. But people are buying

trendsetter.

here because they want to, versus cities where they may have to for their professional life. For our second, home buyers are coming to

most when looking for a luxury condo?

Miami for the leisure life. Another thing that

That answer can land anywhere on the map,

makes the Miami market unique is the lan-

but in real estate everybody knows: location,

guage. Latin Americans feel extremely com-

guage, from anywhere from the restaurant to the shopping mall to the car dealership to the condo sale. That wouldn’t happen to an Argentinian in London. What trends do you foresee in condo developments within the city in the coming years? Since we’ve established that I’m a trendsetter I can’t reveal what I see. I can’t have them copying me before I start. But I’ll give you a hint—micro units.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CMC Group

What do you find that Miami buyers value

fortable being attended to in their own lan-

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PORSCHE DESIGN TOWER

PORSCHE DESIGN TOWER Dezer’s newest project is the first of its kind, located in Sunny Isles Beach with a stateof-the-art car-elevator system.

We have been setting the trends that are hap-

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UGO COLOMBO CMC Group What’s your latest residential project and

access to retail and restaurants, walkability,

what makes it unique in the competitive

proximity to transit, etc. This is the new Mi-

Miami real estate market?

ami.

Since we built Bristol Tower and Santa

Where do most of your buyers come from?

Maria in the 1990s, CMC Group has been

Buyers have primary hailed from the United

raising the bar for luxury real estate devel-

States—mostly domestic buyers from Mi-

opment in Miami. We are synonymous with

ami and the Northeast—as well as European

patient development, the highest quality

and Latin-American countries such as Ven-

design and construction, and the closest at-

ezuela, Mexico, Argentina and Colombia.

tention to detail possible. Today, we are per-

We’ve also seen buyers hail from Italy, Bra-

fecting this formula with Brickell Flatiron,

zil, China, Dominican Republic, Spain and

is spreading in lockstep with its increasing

a condominium that personifies the new

the Netherlands.

accessibility, lifestyle and multicultural ap-

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PORSCHE DESIGN TOWER

urban Miami. I like to think a real estate

peal. Equally important is the fact that Mi-

development is a reflection of a moment in

What makes the Miami real estate market

ami is still a significant bargain by compari-

time. That has been the case with all of our

unique?

son with other gateway cities like New York,

projects, and I believe Brickell Flatiron is a

Miami has traditionally been a magnet

London, even Sao Paolo. Go to New York

reflection of Miami’s coming of age as a cos-

for Latin-American flight capital, but its

and luxury product is trading for $2,500

mopolitan city with a thriving downtown at

reputation as a safe haven for investment

per square foot, but there’s a heavier cash re-

its heart. With its distinct flatiron shape and

UGO COLOMBO is the developer behind some of Miami’s most iconic properties like Bristol Tower, Santa Maria and more. Now, he’s working on Brickell Flatiron (image below).

quirement, which protects the market.

prominent position in the heart of downtown Miami’s Brickell Financial District, the

What trends do you foresee in condo de-

64-story Brickell Flatiron tower will be one

velopments within the city in the coming

of the tallest residential buildings in the U.S.

years?

upon its completion in 2019.

I think we’ll see a trend towards larger oversized units that are more conducive to buy-

What trends have you noticed within the

ers with families who are looking for full-

luxury-condo developments within the

time or part-time living in Miami. These

city?

kinds of units are also more likely to appeal

We have always targeted the higher end of

to end-user residents [vs. renters] who are

the market at CMC Group, and we find that

attracted to buildings in neighborhoods

our projects typically attract a more discern-

with good walkability and elements that

ing buyer who is willing to pay a premium

add to their quality of life, such as access to

for higher-quality materials, attention to

parks, schools, restaurants, shopping, etc.

Buyer “ preferences

are shifting today—luxury isn’t necessarily synonymous with the waterfront.

”

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CMC Group

detail and unique amenities. We’ve seen this at Santa Maria, Bristol Tower, Porto Vita,

Favorite Miami neighborhood.

Grovenor House and now at Brickell

Downtown/Brickell, of course! Miami is, for

Flatiron.

the first time, a global city, and that evolution has come on the heels of the develop-

What do you find that Miami buyers value

ment of a vertical urban core in and around

most when looking for a luxury condo?

Brickell Avenue and Greater Downtown Mi-

As Miami becomes increasingly urban and

ami. The urban appeal—the amenities, the

cosmopolitan, buyer preferences are shift-

entertainment options, the walkability, the

ing today—luxury isn’t necessarily synony-

access, the diverse international business

mous with the waterfront. There is a large

community—that will continue to drive the

segment of buyers who value convenience,

Miami market in the foreseeable future.

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RUSSELL GALBUT, Crescent Heights What’s your latest residential project and

Trending today in the luxury condominium

what makes it unique in the competitive Mi-

space is a desire for larger unit sizes and bet-

What trends do you foresee in condo develop-

ami real estate market?

ter finishes with art and amenities in abundant

ments within the city in the coming years?

supply.

Infill, highly urbanized communities will con-

RUSSELL GALBUT is working on residential projects spanning from Miami to Los Angeles and beyond. His current project is 10000 Santa Monica in Los Angeles (photograph to the right).

tinue to grow in Miami with only short periods

ties is what will make a building stand out

What do you find that Miami buyers value

of slowdowns. The city has done a tremendous

from others. As an international developer we

most when looking for a luxury condo?

job promoting the development and creation

understand that Miami does not survive in a

Buyers have an insatiable demand for ameni-

of a true urban fabric. Miami’s diversity and

vacuum. It takes its place in comparison to

ties, quality design and the best of every feature

our continuing ability to recreate ourselves give

such other great cities as London, Hong Kong,

available in a home.

Miami the uniqueness to survive all economic

San Francisco, New York City and Los Ange-

hardships.

les. Buyers of Miami’s condos come from all

Where do most of your buyers come from?

over the world, and to attract them you have

Today’s buyers come from all over the world

Favorite Miami neighborhood.

to be the best! Our most recently completed

and are more sophisticated than ever before.

My favorite neighborhood in Miami is South

[January 2017] project, 10000 Santa Mon-

They know what they want and they know

Beach! Nothing like it in the world!

ica in L.A., rises 40 stories above the Beverly

value.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CRESCENT HEIGHTS

We believe that quality, as defined by architecture, design, art and a full level of ameni-

Hills Golf Course with more than 67,000 feet of private amenities. It has set a new standard

What makes the Miami real estate market

in America for residential towers, and thus will

unique?

actually achieve rental rates double any comp

Particularly, what makes Miami so unique is

set selected.

our diversity of people, language and cultures mixing together in one spot. Only in Miami

What trends have you noticed within the

can a single building have owners from more

luxury-condo developments in the city?

than 50 foreign countries.

LOUIS BIRDMAN, Birdman Real Estate Development What’s your latest residential project and

Where do most of your buyers come from?

what makes it unique in the competitive Mi-

Our buyers at One Thousand Museum have

ami real estate market?

come from more than 15 countries, as well as

One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid Ar-

within the United States. We continue to see

chitects; the 62-story, ultra-lux tower was

buyers from Latin America, Mexico, Europe,

Zaha Hadid’s first private residential sky-

Asia, Middle East, New York and Chicago.

scraper to be constructed in the Western Hemisphere, and since her untimely passing

What makes the Miami real estate market

last year it will unfortunately be her last.

unique? Miami continues to mature into a global city

LOUIS BIRDMAN is one of the main players behind Zaha Hadid’s final project, the 62-story One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid in downtown Miami (photo to the right).

What trends have you noticed within the

that is multicultural, attracting people from

luxury-condo developments in the city?

around the world to live, work and play.

Developers continue to push skyscrapers higher, adding more unique amenities; One

What trends do you foresee in condo de-

Thousand Museum will be the first residen-

velopments within the city in the coming

tial tower to include a private helipad.

years? In the downtown market, I believe we will be-

What do you find that Miami buyers value

gin to see an increase in smaller infill develop-

most when looking for a luxury condo?

ments as well as more mixed-use projects that

Exclusivity, lifestyle, privacy and security.

include a condominium, hotel and office.

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MANUEL GROSSKOPF, Château Group What’s your latest resi-

exhibits organic design elements, like the

Where do most of your buyers come from?

dential project and what

waves in the façade that fit perfectly within

Our buyers come from different countries

makes it unique in the

the building’s natural surroundings.

including Argentina, Brazil, Austria, Bolivia,

PHOTOS COURTESY OF CRESCENT HEIGHTS

competitive Miami real

Canada, Colombia, Mexico, France, Russia,

estate market?

What trends have you noticed within the

Château Group’s latest

luxury-condo developments in the city?

residential project is the

As a developer of luxury condominiums, I

What makes the Miami real estate market

FENDI Château Resi-

have noticed that Miami buyers want some-

unique?

dences in Surfside. It is

thing special. You need to be able to deliver

There are many factors that make Miami’s

a unique property not

a complete package with impeccable archi-

real estate market unique; a few are the geo-

only because it’s FENDI’s

tecture, interior design, unique branding

graphic location, climate, the political stabil-

first residential branded

and superior service. Château Group is com-

ity and clear regulations.

project worldwide, but

mitted to delivering all aspects of luxury-

also because the concept

lifestyle living.

What trends do you foresee in condo developments within the city in the coming

blends fashion, luxury, PHOTOS COURTESY OF FENDI CHATEAU

Turkey, USA and Spain, among others.

exclusivity and service. The residences fea-

What do you find that Miami buyers value

years?

ture only 58 units, which were designed to

most when looking for a luxury condo?

The trend that I foresee is offering buyers a

over-exceed the expectations of a sophisti-

It is a combination of three elements: loca-

lifestyle, not only a development. We need

cated buyer, who is used to getting the best

tion, brand and service. Oceanfront proper-

to make sure that our designs, finishes and

of the best in terms of luxury around the

ties are always the most appealing, brands

details fulfill the expectations that the buyer

world. The location, just steps away from the

are synonymous with prestige and design

is looking for.

glamorous Bal Harbour Shops, is the best

that buyers identify with, and of course ser-

spot in town for an ultra-luxury residential

vice and amenities are really what make your

building. FENDI Château Residences also

property a home.

MANUEL GROSSKOPF FENDI Château Residences in Surfside (above) is the developer’s most recent project. It is its first residential branded project worldwide.

KEVIN MALONEY, PMG What is your latest residential project and

and inventive ways to offer luxury amenities

What makes the Miami real estate market

what makes it unique in the competitive Mi-

to residents, and we found a niche of offer-

unique?

ami real estate market?

ing wellness residences that has allowed us to

We have several residential projects in the

stand out from the rest of the competition.

works in South Florida including Sage Beach

indicating a healthy and stable market. Mi-

in Hollywood Beach; Echo Brickell with our

What do you find that Miami buyers value

ami has really raised the bar on luxury-life-

joint venture partner JDS Development;

most when looking for a luxury condo?

style standards and has truly become an ideal

Muse Sunny Isles co-developed by S2 De-

Buyers in Miami value quality and a return

location for investors, families and business-

velopment; and 300 Biscayne Boulevard. In

on their investment overall. In addition, they

es. As a regional, national and international

addition, we recently launched a new part-

seek the unique components that only Mi-

center, the influx of investors and businesses

nership with Dr. Deepak Chopra and Delos

ami can offer—beautiful beaches, the best

keep the economy going strong.

Living at our development in Sunny Isles

weather in the country and the financial sta-

Muse Residences. As part of the partnership,

bility and prosperity growing by the day.

What trends do you foresee in condo developments within the city in the coming

Delos and Dr. Chopra will work with PMG PHOTOS COURTESY OF PMG

The real estate market in South Florida is strong and property values continue to rise,

to design scientifically validated wellness

Where do most of your buyers come from?

years?

homes within our future developments in

Our projects have attracted a wide range of

Over the last decade, Miami has undergone

South Florida.

buyers and international interest extending

massive development and growth, and that

from Mexico, Ecuador, Argentina, Columbia,

trend is only moving forward as we continue

What trends have you noticed within the

Peru, the United Kingdom, China, Spain,

on our path to becoming a major global city

luxury-condo developments in the city?

France, Italy, Brazil, as well as domestic buy-

and destination.

The trend seems to be coming up with new

ers in Miami, New York and Los Angeles.

KEVIN MALONEY Photographed above. Muse Residences photographed below.

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JEFF SOFFER, Turnberry Associates What’s your latest residential project and what

bar really high for the quality and consistency

What makes the Miami real estate market

makes it unique in the competitive Miami real

people have come to expect from our brand.

unique?

estate market?

The real estate market in Miami offers aspects

Our latest residential project, which is currently

What do you find that Miami buyers value

that no other city offers including a stunning

under construction, is Turnberry Ocean Club

most when looking for a luxury condo?

beachfront and breathtaking views as well as

Residences in Sunny Isles Beach. This is going

Buyers have come to expect the best of the best.

a diversified and rich culture. Miami is known

to be the crown jewel of all the residential tow-

We offer incomparable views, world-class din-

as the “Gateway to the Americas” and is quickly

ers that we have developed in our company’s

ing, culture and the best overall lifestyle over

becoming a financial and business mecca, at-

history. The tower is designed by architects Car-

any other city in the country with, of course,

tracting new investors as well as global compa-

los Zapata and Robert Swedroe, and we spared

unsurpassed beaches. It’s all about the resort

nies looking for an innovative and prosperous

no expense and paid attention to every architec-

experience and feeling that you’re on vacation in

environment to set up offices and headquarters.

tural detail. It truly caters to the high-end buyer

your own home. Turnberry residents have high

In response to that, the market here is steady

of today’s market, offering larger floor plans

expectations from the Turnberry brand because

and strong with a stable influx of interest and

ranging from three to six bedrooms including

Turnberry consistently delivers superior devel-

demographics that consistently look to Miami

beautiful duplex and triplex penthouse units.

opments, lifestyle and amenities that meet the

for investment and growth.

continuing and rising demands of a changing What trends have you noticed within the luxu-

market.

ry-condo developments in the city?

What trends do you foresee in condo developments within the city in the coming years?

Developers have been recognizing the impor-

Where do most of your buyers come from?

I think the standards for development rise with

tance of offering top-of-the-line unique ameni-

We have purchasers from all over the United

every new building that enhances our skyline.

ties and experiences to their purchasers. It’s

States, particularly the Northeast, Midwest and

Miami is at the doorstep of becoming a prime

not enough to simply offer luxury within the

Southeast. Cities like New York, D.C., Boston

global destination, and we are growing into

individual units; now we must provide a well-

and Chicago, among others, are all big markets

this status with every architectural addition.

rounded luxury lifestyle to provide ease of life

for us. We have Latin-American buyers from

I believe that developers will continue to raise

that high-end buyers are looking for. Our goal

countries such as Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Chile,

the bar in response to the expectations of the

has always been to provide that luxe life, or

Colombia and Argentina. Other markets in-

world—that means building iconic landmarks

Turnberry lifestyle to our residents and set the

clude Canada, Europe and the Middle East.

with timeless architecture.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF TURNBERRY ASSOCIATES

TURNBERRY OCEAN CLUB WORLD RESIDENCES Soffer’s latest residential project is projected to be the crown jewel of all of their residential towers, located in the prestigious Sunny Isles Beach..

EDGARDO DEFORTUNA, Fortune International What’s your latest residential project and what

Developers have put more of an emphasis on

es. These elements were woven into the fabric of

makes it unique in the competitive Miami real

the architecture and design talent that goes into

the building.

estate market?

their projects. This is contributing to Miami’s

Jade Signature is my latest residential project,

design renaissance; the city has become very so-

Where do most of your

and one near and dear to my heart because of

phisticated and very colorful.

buyers come from?

the world-class team we assembled to bring the What do you find that Miami buyers value

all over the world in-

ture firm Herzog & de Meuron, Parisian design

most when looking for a luxury condo?

cluding Latin Amer-

firm PYR led by Pierre-Yves Rochon and land-

Miami buyers value space, both indoor and out-

ica, Europe, Asia and

scape architect Raymond Jungles are producing

door, and ocean views, but above all they value

even domestic buyers

a building of the utmost quality. This speaks to

the lifestyle the building will offer. At Jade Sig-

mostly hailing from

buyers who want to be surrounded by luxury,

nature, the amenities like a restaurant and a

the Northeast. We have

not to mention the services and amenities that

kids club were a big part of the design plans. We

more than 23 nation-

Jade Signature offers.

put the parking garage underground (no easy

alities represented at Jade Signature.

feat steps away from the ocean) so that residents What trends have you noticed within the

and guests can experience the connectivity be-

What makes the Miami real estate market

luxury-condo developments in the city?

tween the public areas, the pool and the beach-

unique?

PHOTOS COURTESY OF FORTUNE INTERNATIONAL

JADE SIGNATURE The stunning residential development in Sunny Isles Beach incorporates award-winning design, stellar oceanfront views and more.

We have buyers from

building to life. Pritzker Prize-winning architec-

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Miami is a huge international hub, with a

cities both in the U.S. and internationally.

lot more than good weather and beautiful

Favorite Miami neighborhood. My family and I live in Key Biscayne, and I

beaches. The city has grown in arts and cul-

What trends do you foresee in condo de-

love the area. It’s incredibly family-friendly,

ture, venues and events. Seasoned travelers

velopments within the city in the coming

picturesque and is close to neighborhoods

make for highly sophisticated buyers. Devel-

years?

like the Grove, Brickell and Coral Gables. I

opers have gotten creative in order to cater

Buildings will become a lot more tech-savvy.

also love Sunny Isles Beach because it has

to them, which is why we’re seeing buildings

We’re already seeing the rise of home auto-

some of the best beaches and it’s less than

with over-the-top amenities and star archi-

mation and condos with their own apps, but

10 minutes from great shopping like Bal

tects. Additionally Miami is still a great val-

this will become a lot more popular in the

Harbour and Aventura malls.

ue if you compare it with other major capital

coming years.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF TURNBERRY ASSOCIATES

DAVID MARTIN, Terra What’s your latest residential project and

What trends have you noticed within the

out, and in order to do so we’ve gotten very

what makes it unique in the competitive Mi-

luxury-condo developments in the city?

creative with our over-the-top offerings to

ami real estate market?

We’ve noticed a recent uptick in partnering

woo buyers.

Park Grove is a 5.2-acre development com-

with internationally renowned architects.

Where do most of your buyers come from?

prised of three residential towers with archi-

These “star architects” bring a different per-

We have a large pool of local buyers, wheth-

tecture by OMA/Rem Koolhaas, interiors

spective to the table with their wealth of in-

er they’re empty-nesters looking to trade in

by Meyer Davis Studio, an onsite restaurant

ternational experience. At Park Grove, we’ve

their standalone homes for expansive condo

concept by Michael Schwartz and an abun-

tapped Rem Koolhaas/OMA’s Shohei Shige-

units, or even buyers looking to move inland

dance of green space landscaped by the

matsu, who recently completed Miami’s hot

from Miami Beach to a place that offers an

famed Enzo Enea.

new Faena District. Similarly, we’ve noticed

urban feel and more greenspace. Another

The first-class amenities include an onsite

a trend in combining the best of the best in

pool of buyers is domestic, like snowbirds in

art curator and a resident-only art gallery,

each industry to create a luxurious product

search of warm weather during the North-

and lifestyle. Beyond Rem Koolhaas/OMA,

east’s frigid winter season.

Park Grove will feature interiors by New York-based design firm Meyer Davis Studio;

What makes the Miami real estate market

kitchens and bathrooms by William Sofield;

unique?

landscape architecture by famed Enzo Enea;

Its international impact. Nowhere else in the

an onsite restaurant and bar from nation-

U.S. can we argue this fact, but Miami has

ally acclaimed chef Michael Schwartz; and

become a globally recognized city and a des-

world-class services curated by Colin Cowie.

tination for international buyers. The city of

DAVID MARTIN is working on some of Miami’s most anticipated projects like Park Grove and Eighty Seven Park. Rendering of Park Grove to the left.

Miami also offers something to fit everyone’s a wine tasting room with private wine storage for residents, an outdoor amphitheater, a nautical concierge and state-of-the-art fitone of the most unique developments in all of Florida — situated directly on the ocean alongside a 35-acre public park. Our plans call for a low-density high rise that will appeal to residents who value exquisite design, PHOTOS COURTESY TERRA

PHOTOS COURTESY OF FORTUNE INTERNATIONAL

ness and spa facilities. Eighty Seven Park is

the outdoors and life on the water. We’ve committed $10 million to the city to overhaul the North Shore Open Space Park in tandem with a master plan created by West 8. Once finished, it will be one of the premier public parks in the country.

What do you find that Miami buyers value

desired wish list, from design to location—

most when looking for a luxury condo?

Miami has it all.

Location is almost always the most important factor in making a real estate purchase decision. Miami has become a mecca for buyers as they can choose from beachfront to historic to urban living or cultural center. We are fortunate enough to be experiencing an amazing growth in our city in terms of residential and com-

“

Location is always the most important factor in making a real estate purchase decision.

”

What trends do you foresee in condo developments within the city in the coming years? More personalization. Buyers are always looking for the latest and greatest, so as a developer we have to cater to these needs. A perfect example of this is how some developments

mercial real estate but also culturally. It’s very

are now offering furniture or design-upgrade

exciting! Miami buyers also value features

packages, or the ability to combine two units

and amenities. In today’s market, we’re con-

into one. We will continue to offer new ways

stantly aiming to make our projects stand

for buyers to add their personal touch.

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client wants,” says Sass. “We want them to have the exact boat they’re dreaming about.” And it’s a business strategy that sells. SV Yachts debuted the launch of the vessel with Haute Living at Island Gardens Deep Harbor marina just before the start of the boat show, where a guest list of Miami’s potential high-end buyers got the first look at ALPHA and the yacht made its first sale. The hype only continued to spread throughout the week as more and more potential buyers have reached out with positive feedback about the model, both from core clients and from onlookers attending the show. “Thousands of people were photographing the boat because it looks so different from the others, and they’re attracted to that,” Velez says. “We have so many pictures of people standing on other boats, but taking pictures of ALPHA, and it’s so great as a new company getting started to receive such positive response.” At present, Sass and Velez are continuing to focus on ALPHA with a 2018 model in the works, which will aim to include more of the gadgets and fea-

“

You can take it to the track and have fun Louis Birdman, Rinat Sikdar, Ryan Carrigan racing in it, but you can also bring your family along and drive for long distances without sacrificing space and comfort.

”

engines and nice color and all of that,” Sass says. “It was missing from the market, and trying to fill that gap is how this started.” The two designers hail from backgrounds with strong boating influences

tures that people already love while further developing the original model to attract a broader range of clientele that want other amenities, such as a longer boat or a cabin fit for overnight stay. The company wants to eventually expand into Europe, but is taking its time with the process and keeping the company national for now. “We’ll definitely be tapping into the international market, but we’re so pleased with the debut in Miami,” says Velez. “We want to make sure we don’t compromise the quality of our product or our company, and continue to keep building the best boat for our buyers.”

in international environments. Sass says his inspiration for ALPHA largely came from the classic wooden boats of Switzerland and his time spent sailing in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, while Velez’s, a Miami native raised in Puerto Rico, stems from a marine culture that encompasses everything from fishing boats to luxury catamarans. Together, the duo founded SV Yachts in 2016 with a shared vision to build a model that combines both the modern elements of high-performance powerboats and the features that epitomize luxury and functionality. “It’s comparable to the modern four-door Aston Martin,” says Sass. “You PHOTOS COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES/ALEXANDER TAMARGO

can take it offshore and have fun racing in it, but you can also bring your family along and navigate without sacrificing space and comfort.” The boat is also aesthetically similar to the luxury exotic cars that inspire its sensual curves and uncompromised style, stealing the spotlight at the Miami Boat Show with a bright red interior of the sun pads over the engine hatch and hull. At the same time, it’s a product that is geared toward the client. Many of ALPHA’s features are customizable, from the color of its hull and interior to the active trim of its twin engines for customers who want to take it easy on the speed factor. SV is offering Mercury Racing 520 hp and 565 hp twin options that allow for joystick control and have a trim system designed to react like the paddle-shift transmission systems in old race cars. “We don’t build 200 boats a year, and we’re not a production line or anything like that, so we can build the best product that has the features our

Kaki Hunt Kemp, April Donelson, Carol Iacovelli and Linda Levy Goldberg

SV YACHTS ALPHA LAUNCH Miami’s elite gathered to celebrate the yacht launch at the prestigious Marina Lounge at Island Gardens Deep Harbour amidst an impressive display of Warren Henry Range Rovers. Upon departure, guests received gift bags from cosemtic dentist Dr. April Patterson.

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BY: DIMA VITANOVA

LEICHT kitchen developed on collaboration with KZ Architecture. Private residence in Golden Beach. FL. Global Kitchen Design Contest Worldwide 2016 Contest Winner. Second Place USA.

A new “way of

thinking about the kitchen space.

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KITCHENS OUT OF THE BOX HAUSSCAPE JUST DESIGNS DIFFERENTLY Hausscape, much like its founders, shuns the ordinary, expected and easy.

uis Bebchik and his wife, Laura, launched Hausscape, an awardwining kitchen and bath design firm, in the Miami Design District in 2002. Since then, the couple has branded the business

POGGENPOHL kitchen designed by Hausscape for a Fisher Island condo. Frist Price Regional Winner in the Subzero and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest 2015

into a creative outlet for constant innovation and a daily chance

to think out of the box. Luis designs; Laura manages logistics and accounting. Together with seven employees, they conceive some stunning kitchen spaces. It all started at the University of Buenos Aires, where the Argentinian pair met and obtained degrees in architecture. In 1987, they moved to New York, where Luis nurtured a specialty in high-end residential building at a Long Island architecture firm, and Laura worked for a kitchen company. As the Bebchiks’ careers took off, the mid-1990s set the couple on a new course. They moved back to their motherland, launched their TKTKTK

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own venture and introduced to the local market appliance heavyweights like Sub-Zero, Wolf and Viking. In 2001, the Bebchiks returned to the United States. This time, they settled in Miami, which has remained their home since. “At the time, we were pioneers at the Design District, which had yet to acquire its current sheen,” says Mr. Bebchik. Today, having opened a second showroom in The Village of Gulfstream Park, they remain as such. As the city bloomed, so did Hausscape. Conceiving strikingly modern yet comfortably streamlined designs, the company not only pumps up the very heart of any home but also syncs its rhythm to the owners’ needs. The Bebchiks know how to seize on the wishes of their customers, who can be found around the world, and spin them into impressive results. “The first interview with the clients is one of the most crucial moments of the design process,” says Mr. Bebchik. “It is the moment where we have to ask the right questions and then listen to the responses very, very seriously… The background that we have as architects allows us to do so very easily. We do not try to impose our ideas, but we suggest general things they may have not thought about before. When the clients see what we pre-

POGGENPOHL kitchen designed in collaboration with Ladrillo. Key Biscayne condo. Poggenpohl Innovation Award 2016.

We are never going to be happy “ when a kitchen is just about covering walls with cabinets. We need to make things different.

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sent to them, they say, ‘Wow, is this our kitchen!’ They are really surprised.” Not only does Hausscape bear unbridled creativity that spawns unique designs, it carries cutting-edge kitchen and bath lines as well as furniture that distinguish it in a competitive industry. German Poggenpohl and Leicht as well as Italian Arredo 3 and Valcucine make up Hausscape’s highend brand roster. The latter is a vanguard in dematerialization (the use of as little materials as possible) — a sustainable philosophy that benefits Hausscape’s aesthetics. Green design, though, shapes only a facet of Hausscape’s sensitivities.

VALCUCINE. Genius Loci and V Motion. Latest innovation in technology

Sound materials like glass and stainless steel, clean lines, intuitive arrangements and a strong contrast of volumes and shapes mold the rest, giving

ing U.S. construction regulations, this design, hinting at the Bebchiks’ archi-

rise to what Mr. Bebchik terms a “new way of thinking about the kitchen

tectural background, features an additional but unobtrusive wall to conceal

space.” Void of any clichés, Hausscape’s bright and bold vision delivers

the water pipes that make a center island possible.

contemporary kitchens—studies in simplicity and flexibility—that reap accolades. In 2013, Hausscape earned a regional award in the coveted Sub-Zero

Proud of their past achievements, the couple looks ahead. Hausscape brims with projects in New York, throughout the Caribbean and Florida, where the Bebchiks are considering a new showroom.

and Wolf Kitchen Design Contest for its all-stainless steel “North Bay Road

Amid all of the thrill for the future and the demands of the present, the

Kitchen,” which has since graced the cover of the industry-revered Kitchen

Bebchiks carry on their prize-worthy ethos. Says Mr. Bebchik: “We are never

& Bath magazine. A year later, the firm again rose to the top—this time with

going to be happy when a kitchen is just about covering walls with cabi-

its spacious “Fisher Island Condo.” Ingeniously complying with constrain-

nets. We need to make things different.”

Hausscape is reshaping the world of kitchen design with their innovative products, technique and expertise run by co-founders Luis and Laura Bebchik.

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Strand Hill Properties, Christie’s International Real Estate 310.373.3333 lily@lilyliang.com lilyliang.com The Shearin Group 310-200-8318 Cindy@theshearingroup.com cindy.shearin.com Partners Trust Brokerage Bradley’s Phone number: 626.945.8683 Bradley.mohr@thepartnerstrust.com Susan’s Phone number: 626.945.8684 Susan.mohr@thepartnerstrust.com mohr4re.com

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Vanguard Properties The Swann Group 415.225.7743 Rachel@TheSwannGroupSF.com theswanngroupsf.com

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Sotheby’s International Realty (415) 200-7744 daniel@danieldv.com danieldervartanian.com

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Coldwell Banker 310-463-1599 mwoods@marybethwoods.com marybethwoods.com

John Aaroe Group Beverly Hills President of Aaroe Estates (310) 995-9512 Aaron@AaronKirman.com www.AaronKirman.com Nourmand and Associates, Beverly Hills 310.888.3333 myranourmand@nourmand.com myranourmand.com Engel & Völkers Westlake Village (818) 889-1602 nicole.vanparys@evusa.com gary.nesen@evusa.com nicolevanparys.evusa.com garynesen.evusa.com

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VALIA Properties (949) 673 0789 tim@valiaoc.com valiaoc.com Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties 858-551-6630 maxine@gellens.com marti@gellens.com thegellens.com

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties 858.822.9694 Delorine@Delorinejackson.com delorinejackson.com

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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Engel & Volkers (213) 364-9815 sandra.miller@evusa.com sandramiller.evusa.com

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Nest Seekers International 310.278.8861x2072 info.samreal@gmail.com samrealgroup.com

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WASHINGTON

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Chernov Team (818) 355-2461 dennis@chernovteam.com chernovteam.com

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty 206.660.4787 moira@moirapresents.com moirapresents.com

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CENTRAL REGION L A K E TA H O E

Lake Tahoe Luxury Estates 530.582.0722 twatson@chaseinternational.com trinkiewatson.com

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TEXAS TROY GEORGE AND LUCY NOONAN

PARK CITY

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Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty (713) 558-3232 walter.bering@sothebyshomes.com walterbering.com

HOUSTON

WALTER BERING

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Keller Williams Plano 972.599.7000 Mike@MikeBrodie.com mikebrodie.com

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MIKE BRODIE

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CRESTED BUTTE

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CENTRAL REGION WHITEFISH

LIV | Sotheby’s International Realty 970.333.0116 Knott@SothebysRealty.com ResideInSummit.com

COLORADO

Engel & Völkers 435-640-7441 paul.benson@evusa.com evusa.com

UTAH

DOUGLAS D. KERBS

BRECKENRIDGE/ SUMMIT COUNTY JUSTIN & KRYSTAL KNOTT

The George & Noonan Real Estate Group Office Phone number: (817) 410-8769 Troy Phone number: (817) 308-4170 troy@troygeorge.com Lucy Phone number: (817) 913-3611 lucy@lucynoonan.com georgeandnoonan.com

FORT WORTH

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NAPLES

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WEST COAST OF FLORIDA LONGBOAT KEY AND SIESTA KEY

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Douglas Elliman Real Estate (786) 239-4227 barbara.estela@elliman.com barbaraestela.com

KNIGHT & GARDNER REALTY (305) 304-1116 brenda@keysrealestate.com www.islandhomeskeywest.com Action Realty of Sarasota 941.504.7618 Danielmatusiak1@gmail.com actionrealtyofsarasota.com

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N E W YO R K

Douglas Elliman (917) 769-2065 mvelazquez@elliman.com

FINANCIAL DISTRICT MARIA VELAZQUEZ

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BOSTON & BROOKLINE

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N E W M E X I CO

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N E W YO R K

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NEW YORK

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CANADA

TORONTO, ONTARIO ELISE KALLES

Harvey Kalles Real Estate 416-441-2888 ekalles@trebnet.com elisekalles.com

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PV REALTY (52) 322 2224288 silvia@pvre.com www.pvre.com

TURKS AND CAICOS

IAN HURDLE

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BY PAIGE MASTRANDREA

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David has accomplished in just 10 years what might take someone half

of Lamborghinis as well as the luxury hybrid Karma and the coveted

of a lifetime. His secret? Adapting to the digital age, staying ahead of

Pagani—David was in fact one of the first three dealers in the country

the game and utilizing social media and digital-marketing techniques to

to get his hands on the limited-edition, jaw-dropping beauty. The young

reach a massive-scale audience. Here, the luxury CEO shares some of his

entrepreneur took over the family business following his father’s sudden

secrets to success in a one-on-one interview with Haute Living:

passing about 10 years ago when he was only 19 years old and has amassed a multimillion dollar conglomerate, impressively putting Prestige on the

HL: How has the digital age impacted your business model?

map as the No. 1 luxury car dealership in Miami Beach. And he’s not

BD: The digital age has impacted every business across many different

stopping there—David is a sharp and ambitious business mogul, setting

sectors. This is just the beginning of the automotive revolution with

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digital media. Being a progressive digital dealer today gives customers an

cousin, the uncle and aunts, etc., and this now spreads the social-media content

opportunity to know what they’re going to buy before they even sit in a car. It

all across the world. The best part about it is it’s all happening organically. Some of

gives them every piece of information they need at their fingertips. All of that our biggest clients that we’ve met have been through social media, and not a lot of packed together in the car world wasn’t there 20 years ago. There was not much businesses can say that. competition or technology for a consumer to make an educated purchase, and I think now it’s going in a direction that can be beneficial for everybody. The ones HL: Which form of social media do you find most useful? that will succeed in this—and not simply exist—are the ones that are going to BD: For us, it’s Facebook and Instagram. Instagram primarily because of the implement the personalized touch as we do at Prestige Imports when converting

analytics that are there for our user counts, and how much time the people spend

to a digital age in the car world.

on Instagram, you have a much better capture-rate of having that person’s eyes on

HL: What is your approach to social media marketing? How do you make that personal connection with your audience? BD: There’s certain people and dealerships that don’t have the mission statement that we have. They don’t allow people to walk into a dealer and photograph the car, or sit in it and touch it. If someone has one positive experience in a dealership and is allowed to experience all sensory aspects of it, they’ll share the scene of these mythical sports cars to social media for others to admire. Sharing these photos with

your content, resulting in likes and shares, so it’s pretty impressive.

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Some of our biggest clients that we’ve met have been through social media.

location tags and hashtags allows your product to be seen by an endless amount of people across the globe. That’s why we allow people to come

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It’s simple, great, to the point and―we love it. HL: In this highly evolving luxury market, how do you keep your brand relevant? BD: For us, brand alignment is extremely important. The luxury auto sector is similar to the luxury real estate market, travel, even fashion; all of these like-minded brand items go hand in hand to partner with, and events are a great way to do this. We come up with strategic-affiliated marketing; for example, if we want to focus on

a demographic down south, we start aligning ourselves with luxury sectors like

in and photograph. All of this is a new brand era for social media. On a specific watches, real estate, jewelry and art that have a big presence in the area. That’s one approach to social media, we come up with cool things that personalize Prestige of the things that make us a progressive dealer—we like spending money to make with the consumer, so every day of the week we’ll have a different post like “Tech

sure our brand stays relevant. For social media, we love co-partnering with brands

Tuesday,” where they meet the technician and understand what he’s working

that people constantly see, and that’s something Prestige Imports has pioneered.

on, or an interactive “Wheel Wednesday,” where people have to guess a wheel that has been on a previous Lamborghini, maybe in the ’70s or ’80s era, and HL: What is the most memorable lesson you’ve learned from taking over the the winner will come in and get a hat. While that 14-year-old boy that wins business until now?

PHOTOS COURTESY PRESTGE IMPORTS

the hat is not exactly the engagement of the guy that is going to come in and BD: I think one of the most memorable lessons is never judge a book by its cover, buy a Lamborghini, the conceptual idea is him exposing that to the father, the and I primarily state that because we are in a luxury segment No. 1, and No. 2, we

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The LuxuryBEAT are in South Florida, and when we combine both of those things it’s very

one consumer over with a great experience buying a several-million-dollar car,

different than the buyers or clients you will meet in New York, and very

you will be able to share your mission statement and your belief across the board

different from the buyers or clients you’ll meet in L.A. and other major

for everything. I can speak more to this a bit later, but right at this moment the

cities. It’s all about treating everybody the same and understanding these

dealership focus is being different than everyone else in the game and focusing

people’s stories and how they got there. Some of the best clients that

on the unique caliber of units that we stock.

I’ve met are some of my greatest friends today, and we met by being organic and being real, and treating everybody the same with the upmost

HL: Do you think that being in Miami gives you an advantage?

satisfaction and service that you would give anybody coming in and

BD: I think Miami is an amazing advantage. If we were in Idaho, we would

buying their dream car.

not have the sex appeal that we have, but I also think that I’m blessed to state that I’m not just grateful the dealership is located in Miami; I love the city that

HL: What key words would you associate with your brand? BD: We try to put ourselves with passion, with performance, and of course with prestige. All three of these things together allow us to really diversify in luxury, where we are not only focused on exotic cars, but we’re also focusing on boats, aviation, real estate—we focus on everything we possibly can to deliver exactly what a customer is looking for, or any dreamer imagination you have. So power, performance and prestige are probably the three most

I live in. Because of how much information is readily available at our

try to “putWeourselves

with passion, with performance, and of course prestige.

important things for us. HL: What are your plans for the future? Are you trying to make Prestige more of an umbrella brand for multiple luxury brands? BD: Yes, we do want to go ahead and grow with the times. I feel like the concept of a car dealership is changing―in terms of the luxury sector

come into the mix that likes Miami for the city we live in, and also loves the fact that Miami flaunts and respects wealth. In many other places in the country, I have customers call me and tell me that when they drive their Lamborghinis they get shunned upon, or talked down to, but in Miami the first thing we do is gather our iPhones to take pictures. It’s fantastic. HL: What’s your favorite place for a luxury CEO power meeting? BD: Sean Wolfington’s office at 900 Biscayne overlooking the city of Miami. We sit at this long boardroom table, and something about

that office is unbelievable; looking out of that floor-to-ceiling glass makes you realize and understand a different love and appreciation for what Miami is, and it makes me smile every single time that no matter what the meeting is about— good or bad—you just have this immediate burst of energy.

of a dealership—if somebody just operates it solely as a dealership, then they’re sleeping behind the wheel. Co-branding luxury items and

HL: What’s your favorite meal in Miami?

partnering everybody together is my goal to make Prestige the parent

BD: I’d have to say Nobu. I’m a sushi guy, and I love the valet situation over

company for all luxury services across the board. If you are able to win

there and everything they’re doing with the Nobu Hotel.

Photos: Courtesy of Missoni

PAGANI HUAYRA Prestige Imports is one of the few car dealerships in the country to acquire this prestigious automobile.

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fingertips, I think you’re seeing a brand-new, educated consumer

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