BI Group Reveals Wellness-Focused Amenities At Parkside Brickell

BI Group USA, the North American arm of Central Asia’s largest developer, has revealed a fully reimagined set of amenities at its Parkside development, setting a new standard for urban living in Brickell. Integrating fitness, relaxation and social interaction, the enhancements are designed to create a holistic wellness and lifestyle experience that reflects both the vibrancy of the city and the needs of today’s residents.

In one of the country’s most competitive and design-forward markets, Parkside is intentionally positioned to reflect the growing demand for holistic urban living, where residents seek environments that support not only where they live, but how they live.

Key amenities upgrades include:

• Rooftop Pool Deck & Lounge – expanded outdoor pool deck with lounge areas, a rooftop bar and a dedicated BBQ kitchen, offering panoramic views of Brickell.

• State-of-the-Art Fitness Center & Cycling studio – outfitted with premium Technogym cardio and strength equipment, including bikes for group classes and private lessons.

• Yoga & Mindfulness Room – dedicated space supporting wellness, meditation and mindful living, complemented by a second-floor Zen Garden for added relaxation.

• Spa & Wellness Circuit – enhanced spa area with steam room, sauna, hot and cold plunge pools and a salt relaxation zone, providing a full wellness experience.

• Coworking Lounges & Guest Spaces – flexible workspaces including private conference rooms and a guest lounge, alongside a healthy snack bar offering fresh, wellness-oriented products.

• Lifestyle-Driven Additions – EV charging stations, pet-friendly amenities, attended front desk and secure package room.

“By expanding our wellness, social and workspaces, we’re creating a community where residents can live, recharge and connect, all without leaving the building,” said Olzhas Ayazbayev, CEO of BI Group USA. “Thoughtfully designed, all-in-one environments are setting the new standard in Miami, streamlining daily life while elevating the overall living experience.”

“We’re seeing a clear shift in the market where amenities are no longer an added benefit, but a deciding factor,” said Daniel de la Vega, President of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. “Today’s buyers value convenience, wellness and social experience as much as location, and Parkside’s amenity offerings reflect that evolution, positioning it strongly within Brickell’s competitive landscape.”

Parkside is an eight-story, 187-unit residential development located at 1741 SW 2nd Ave. in the heart of Brickell. Designed by nationally acclaimed architect Kobi Karp, the building has been conceived to support a modern, wellness-oriented lifestyle within one of Miami’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Complementing the amenity offerings, the property also features coworking spaces and thoughtfully designed residences starting from the low $400,000s.

Each residence is curated to enhance comfort and daily living, featuring modern finishes, furnished layouts, enlarged windows and strategically placed side facades that bring in abundant natural light. Ground-level natural limestone provides a refined, premium base to the development, while upper floors showcase a light, contemporary palette that complements the building’s wellness-focused amenities.

The building’s updated architectural vision reflects this shift toward wellness-oriented living, emphasizing openness and a stronger connection to the surrounding environment. The refreshed exterior introduces expansive balconies with park-facing views and integrated greenery, creating a lighter, more contemporary residential aesthetic that enhances the indoor-outdoor experience and forms an urban oasis in the heart of Brickell.

Parkside will begin construction in April, with completion anticipated for Q2 2028.

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ONE Sotheby's International Realty Appoints Longtime Executive Daniel de la Vega as CEO

ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, one of the preeminent luxury real estate brokerages along Florida’s East Coast, has appointed Daniel de la Vega as Chief Executive Officer. Over the last 17 years, Daniel has risen through the organization since its inception in 2008, and has played an integral role in the firm’s growth into a brokerage that generates annual sales of nearly $10 billion and manages a multi-billion dollar portfolio of the region's most prestigious new development projects.

Founder Mayi de la Vega will serve as Executive Chair and maintain an active presence within the company. She will remain involved in shaping the firm’s strategic initiatives, culture, and global positioning, while continuing to have a hands-on role in marquee new development projects. Mayi will work closely with the company’s agents to help strengthen their businesses and access new avenues for growth.

“My vision for ONE Sotheby’s International Realty has always been to create a company defined by integrity, excellence, and a culture where our agents can truly thrive,” said Mayi de la Vega, Founder and Executive Chair. “Daniel has been integral to that foundation from day one. His leadership, discipline, and deep understanding of our business have shaped our growth and strengthened our culture, and there is truly no one better equipped to guide us into our next era. We remain committed to ensuring our firm continues to lead with purpose, innovation, and an unwavering dedication to our clients and our leading luxury agents whose professionalism and passion have defined this company's success.”

In addition to his new role as CEO, Daniel will continue serving as company President. He will oversee strategy across all brokerage, new development, and commercial divisions, while executing targeted expansion regionally and into markets outside of Florida. Daniel’s priorities include a focus on talent development, continued service excellence and driving economies of scale through technology integration, and expansion of the client service portfolio with insurance, title, mortgage, and property management offerings that deliver enhanced value to agents and clients at every touchpoint. He will also expand the synergy between new development projects and the brokerage business to create a more powerful, interconnected platform that elevates results.

“It’s an honor to continue working with Mayi and the strongest executive leadership team in our industry to build upon the vision and legacy she has created,” said Daniel de la Vega, President and CEO. “Our focus remains absolute: to define the highest standard of luxury real estate service, to provide seamless experiences for our clients, and to empower our agents with the best tools and resources in the industry. We look forward to further investing in our team, expanding our global reach, and capturing the tremendous growth opportunities that lie ahead for Florida’s East Coast and beyond.”

Under the leadership of Mayi and Daniel, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty has become a dominant force in Florida’s luxury real estate market. They have established the company as one of the nation’s highest-producing Sotheby’s International Realty affiliates with #1 market share in Florida, positioning it among the fastest-growing brokerages in the country, as ranked by RealTrends.

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BI Group USA Names ONE Sotheby's International Realty as Exclusive Sales Brokerage For Parkside Development in Brickell

BI Group USA, the North American arm of Central Asia’s largest developer, has announced that ONE Sotheby’s International Realty has been named the exclusive sales and marketing broker for its flagship Parkside development in Miami’s Brickell Financial District.

“We are delighted to partner exclusively with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty to showcase the exceptional lifestyle and investment opportunities at Parkside,” said Olzhas Ayazbayev, CEO of BI Group USA. “Miami, and Brickell in particular, represents a dynamic market for us, and we are confident that ONE Sotheby’s International Realty’s expertise will ensure that Parkside reaches its full potential for buyers seeking both investment and lifestyle opportunities.”

“We are honored to represent a project that is uniquely positioned to meet the lifestyle needs of today’s buyers and investors seeking flexibility, design and convenience in one of Miami’s most in-demand neighborhoods,” said Daniel de la Vega, President of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. “BI Group has an outstanding reputation globally, and we look forward to bringing their vision to life in Miami.”

Located at 1741 SW 2nd Avenue, Parkside is an eight-story, 187-unit condo-hotel in the heart of the Brickell financial district. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Kobi Karp, the building features rental-friendly units with flexible leasing options, catering to both short-term and long-term residents.

Parkside offers a range of flexible, rental-ready layouts including studios from 381–672 sq. ft., one-bedroom residences from 615–924 sq. ft. and two-bedroom residences from 700–1,208 sq. ft. Remaining units start at the low $400,000s.

The development offers a full suite of wellness and lifestyle amenities including a rooftop pool, gym, yoga and cycling rooms, hot and cold plunge facilities, and dedicated coworking spaces designed for productivity and modern urban living. Additionally, professional property management oversees operations and rental services, offering flexibility and ease of mind when renting it out.

As BI Group continues its expansion into the U.S. market, the company strategically selected Brickell for its unique combination of global appeal, strong investor demand and walkable urban lifestyle. As Miami’s financial and cultural hub, Brickell offers immediate access to top dining, retail and business centers, making it an ideal setting for a rental-friendly, design-driven project like Parkside.

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Inside Boca Raton’s Booming Real Estate Market with Leading Agent Aaron Buchbinder

As a Boca Raton native and founding agent of Compass in the area, Aaron Buchbinder has witnessed firsthand the city's remarkable evolution into a luxury real estate hotspot. With deep-rooted connections and an intimate understanding of the community, Aaron offers unparalleled insights into Boca Raton's dynamic property landscape. In this exclusive Q&A, he discusses the factors driving the market's growth, emerging trends, and his personalized approach to guiding clients through the competitive real estate environment.

PROFILEmiami: What excites you most about the Boca Raton real estate market?

Aaron Buchbinder: Boca is home for me—it’s where I grew up, so it’s personal. Getting to work in my own backyard is something I never take for granted. This isn’t the same Boca I knew as a kid—it has transformed into a premier destination that goes far beyond the traditional idea of a vacation or retirement spot. We are seeing remarkable growth driven by people who want to live, work, and raise families here. From vibrant, family-friendly neighborhoods to exclusive beachfront and country club communities, Boca truly offers something for every lifestyle.

PROFILEmiami: What trends do you see shaping the area's real estate market now and in the coming years?

Aaron Buchbinder: We are seeing more families prioritizing safe neighborhoods and strong school districts. At the same time, older buyers are seeking out luxury condos and country club living. Boca offers both worlds, which is why it continues to thrive. The demand is across generations, and that’s powerful.

PROFILEmiami: How do you help clients navigate today’s competitive real estate landscape?

Aaron Buchbinder: It all starts with setting clear goals and expectations from the beginning. I tailor everything to my clients’ needs and timelines—whether they’re ready to make a move now or just starting to think about it for next year, I help them plant those early seeds. In today’s competitive market, having the right mindset and clarity around priorities is essential—especially when important life factors like schools come into play. I guide the conversation toward what really matters so we can make smart, confident decisions. From understanding the nuances of each neighborhood to leveraging off-market opportunities, I bring the insight and strategy needed to help them stay ahead.

PROFILEmiami: Are there any neighborhoods or property types you think are undervalued or emerging?

Aaron Buchbinder: New construction communities are definitely trending—especially among young families who want a turnkey lifestyle. East Boca continues to be a hot spot too, and it’s still full of opportunity.

PROFILEmiami: What does your ideal day in Boca look like?

Aaron Buchbinder: I start with a workout at The Boca Raton gym, where my family and I are members, then grab breakfast and a coffee at Saquella Café in Mizner Park. After that, I’m at the office or out at showings until about 5pm, and then it’s all about family—sports practice with the kids or dinner out. On weekends, we love relaxing by the pool at The Boca Raton. If it’s a date night, you’ll find us at Matteo’s with friends, ordering the veal chops. With the kids, it’s usually hibachi at Saiko.

PROFILEmiami: W​hat has been the most defining moment of your career?

Aaron Buchbinder: Crossing the $100 million in sales mark for the first time was a significant milestone for my team. It wasn’t just about the number, it was about the years of hard work, trust from our clients, and the foundation we had built together.

PROFILEmiami: What advice would you give to someone considering a move to South Florida?

Aaron Buchbinder: If you’re moving with a family, lock in your school before you do anything else. That piece drives everything. And if you’re coming for the lifestyle, find a local guide who can help you find the right community that fits your rhythm—whether that means the best schools, social clubs, restaurants. South Florida has so much to offer, but it’s all about finding the pocket that aligns with your life.

PROFILEmiami: One word your clients would use to describe you?

Aaron Buchbinder: Approachable.

Michael Liebowitz Appointed Chairman and CEO of Douglas Elliman Inc.

Michael Liebowitz has been appointed as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Douglas Elliman Inc., following the retirement of Howard M. Lorber. The announcement was made by the real estate brokerage firm, which praised Lorber for his strategic vision and years of dedication in making Douglas Elliman the premier real estate firm in the country. Liebowitz previously served as the Board Director at Douglas Elliman Inc.

“Douglas Elliman is an iconic brand, and I am honored to be appointed as Chairman and CEO to lead the Company into its next chapter of growth and diversification,” said Mr. Liebowitz. “With a strong balance sheet, robust pipeline of projects in our Development Marketing business, and the competitive advantages provided by our dedicated team of world-class agents, I am confident that Douglas Elliman’s brightest days are ahead. We look forward to continue executing on our strategic vision, building on the Company’s industry-leading position and maximizing shareholder value.”

Liebowitz, a seasoned business executive with a background in founding and acquiring businesses in the insurance and financial industries, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Over the past 25 years, he has been involved in acquiring or founding companies such as Harbor Group Consulting LLC, National Financial Partners Corp., and Innova Risk Management. He currently serves as Chairman and CEO of Nocopi Technologies Inc.

Liebowitz has also served as President and CEO of the Harbor Group Division of Alliant and High Street Valuations, until their acquisitions by Alliant. He has previously held positions on the boards of Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc. and The Hilb Group. Additionally, Liebowitz has experience in the real estate industry and is currently working on redeveloping the Mondrian South Beach Hotel in Miami, a property he has owned since 2019.

Douglas Elliman Inc. (NYSE: DOUG, “Douglas Elliman”) owns Douglas Elliman Realty, LLC, which is one of the largest residential brokerage companies in the United States with operations in New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Connecticut, New Jersey, the Hamptons, Massachusetts, Florida, California, Texas, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. In addition, Douglas Elliman sources, uses and invests in early-stage, disruptive property technology (“PropTech”) solutions and companies and provides other real estate services, including development marketing, property management and settlement and escrow services in select markets.

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PROFILE Exclusive: 12 Questions With Simon Mass of The Condo Store

PROFILEMiami had the exclusive opportunity to sit down with Simon S. Mass, CEO and Founder of The Condo Store (TCS). Simon is often recognized as the “architect” of the pre-construction condo investment sector in Canada, with over $25 billion in project transactions and a distinguished reputation that spans across North America. The Condo Store, which now hosts over fifty team members and more than 350 sophisticated high-net-worth clients from around the globe, started as a ten-person boutique firm he co-founded in 2004. Simon and TCS recently launched operations in Miami.

Simon has long-term relationships with hundreds of clients that include doctors, medical practitioners, and business professionals across Canada and now the United States. TCS clients account for over $500 million in annual investments.

It is common knowledge that condo investments have been one of the highest grossing asset classes over the past 25 years. These high-level personal connections allow TCS clients to have an advantage in the sector and ensures investing into a real estate project is targeted and knowledge based.

PROFILEmiami recently caught up with Simon amid his busy schedule managing TCS’s launch in Miami and developing Casa B&B Italia, a new construction luxury private residence on Miami’s Venetian Islands designed by Doo Architecture and winner of the 2020 Interior Design Magazine Best of Year for Residential Unbuilt Category and the 2019 Rethinking the Future Awards for Private Residential Concept:

PROFILE: Tell us about your background, how did you get involved in real estate?

Simon Mass: Purely by chance. I left the United Kingdom after graduating with an Engineering and Management undergraduate degree from Bath University to enroll into an MBA program at Schulich School of Business in Toronto, Canada. The idea was to graduate with an MBA, complete the marketing speciality, and enter the world of business back in London, UK. Honestly, at that time, I didn’t have a specific career path in mind and was open to finding that path organically and with no urgency, just like any other typical 21-year-old.

Real estate wasn’t on the agenda for me in terms of a business environment. I had a definite and keen interest in architecture and interior design but that was really for my own personal and vivid imagination. I was always thinking about and looking at real estate publications wondering what appealed to me and what I thought I’d like to own someday for my home.

PROFILE: How did you first get involved investing in pre-construction condominiums?

SM: While adjusting to the colder climate and heavy snowfall that are part of the winter season in most of Canada, I got lost in a snowstorm trying to find the University campus and stumbled upon a trailer that housed the sales center for a pre-construction development. Before I knew it, I had the real estate bug and fell into the pre-construction investment world.

The minute I realized that I could enjoy my time at work, make a living and grow a business and not be working for someone else, I knew that I should take extra care in understanding and utilizing the pre-construction investment model and not just look at it as a small-time side hustle while still trying to discover my calling. Without looking back, I quickly decided to make it my calling and decided to bring in many friends and family for the ride that proved to be a small steppingstone to growing the wealth of so many people around me that followed the same path. As the saying goes, the ‘snowball effect’ kicked in and people were contacting me and saying they had heard that I had insider deals with pre-construction developers, and they wanted to be given the same opportunity to make a lot of money and invest in a bricks and mortar opportunity versus risking their hard-earned money in the speculative stock market.

PROFILE: What was your first real estate deal that you worked on?

SM: This dates to the mid 1990’s and was a catalyst to my eventual decision to stay in Toronto and slowly set up the first business model for TCS. Shortly after the snowstorm incident, with just a handful of friends and classmates, I managed to secure a small number of units in a master planned community in downtown Toronto. I believe it was just twenty units, which at that time was substantial considering the average broker in the mid-1990’s handled ten transactions per year. This first foray into bulk transactions allowed me to establish a relationship with the head of the sales and marketing division at the multi-billion-dollar development (which now spans several city blocks and has over 22 towers).

It became apparent right after this 20-unit bulk deal that prices were increasing at a substantial rate and that if I was able to convince developers to reduce the down payment requirement for my firm and keep the normal, much higher rate for the brokerage and general public, I would be able to skew the ROI’s (cash-on-cash returns) for our ventures to levels that would not be conceivable to most investors. This first project had multiple other phases and the initial phase sold out within a few weeks, therefore giving me the confidence that pricing for future phases would be much higher.

PROFILE: What is your investment philosophy in regard to investing in pre-construction condominiums?

SM: Our success has been derived in large part by working with the best and most powerful developers, focusing on gentrification locations, and staying in it for the long-term. With respect to growing the business, we have been almost entirely referral based as we are not an advertiser of any kind, and we do not even show our offers to the general public. Our clients appreciate that exclusivity and reward us by continuing to purchase and invest through our firm recognizing the returns that they have recorded over the years.

PROFILE: Tell us about The Condo Store and what you guys do?

SM: Extremely important to note that 90% of our clients are doctors and surgeons. From day one, I have had a connection to medical professionals as they were my friends who had also recently graduated and entered the work force in Toronto. I always felt somewhat guilty that I graduated with both an undergrade and postgraduate degree in under five years whereas my friends who decided to go into the medical sector would only enter the work force after 9-12 years of schooling alongside a massive debt. It didn’t seem fair, and I wanted to specifically bring them in; in a way that they would be financially rewarded through real estate investing through my direct involvement.

TCS partners with developers to secure a large number of units in a new pre-construction building; in high density projects, we seek a minimum of 25% of the entire inventory, and in low density buildings, we can go as high as 100% of the inventory. Once we have secured the project with special terms (highlighted by a low-down payment structure) through educating developers and their financial lenders that it’s safer to have pre-construction buyers to have six to seven figure salaries and secure earnings (i.e., doctors) with career paths that were practically guaranteed until retirement age, over every other demographic. We keep it simple in terms of presentation materials, doctors are far too busy for long investment decks. We present the opportunity to our clients in real time, with no favoritism or special treatment on a first-come, first-served basis.

We curate only the best investments for our clients, and if that means we do not have an offer for a few months or even a full year, then that is what we will do. We will not risk our reputation to send a ‘just OK’ investment deal to our loyal clients.

The core tenet that has built our referral-based business is having skin in the game. What that means is that for every offer we put in front of our clients, we (myself and business partner, John Mehlenbacher) invest in multiple units in each deal. We invest alongside our clients and that is what differentiates us from almost everyone in the space.

PROFILE: What have been some of the keys to TCS producing consistent, successful returns for your investors?

SM: Quality and time. We hand pick three or four of the best sites annually (out of 150+ launches) and develop them into lucrative leverage-based deals; we don’t deviate from the fundamentals of a solid investment and never chase a deal.

We are not just a real estate company; we are an investment company that specializes in real estate. Keeping true to our principles, where we invest side-by-side with our clients, we ultimately offer that rare quality of being in every deal that we present. With that, we do not pump out offer after offer every other week and we are not willing to sell run-of-the-mill projects that, in our opinion, won’t allow for significant double digit returns to our clients.

PROFILE: You are now opening in Miami, can you discuss your expansion to South Florida?

SM: We have seen many of our doctor clients leave Canada for the United States. They asked for our assistance, and we also understand the magnitude of the U.S. market as it’s ten times larger than Canada population wise, and that allows us to work with millions of doctors all living, working, and seeking investments in Miami.

With our track record amongst their peers, we feel that we can grow our referral-based business within the medical practitioner space at a level that will over time be two or three times the size of our Canadian operations.

Over the years we have been able to understand the needs and wants of our core clients, and we can bring that outlook and experience to an entirely different market. We’ll bring the fundamentals of what a great real estate investment is and push to create the same deals and opportunities in Miami that we are known for in Toronto.

PROFILE: What is your outlook on the real estate market in Miami amid a changing economic environment and rising interest rates?

SM: Miami has unique characteristics that can influence its real estate market, so it goes without saying that I am very bullish on real estate investing in the right locations across Florida.

With a dynamic tourism sector that keeps on growing, and foreign investments that is now super-charged with an aggressive domestic immigration push from American citizens changing their residence to Florida and moving here and making it their home, there is so much positive news for the sunshine state.

Miami's real estate market is for the time being only minimally being influenced by a changing economic environment and rising interest rates. Looking to the future, I believe that we have yet to see the actual real estate boom that Miami (or generally Florida) has been chronicled to have been in for years. The next 10 years will most likely see massive price appreciation that will make this city even more expensive on many levels.

PROFILE: What is the biggest hurdle that you have had to overcome in your career?

SM: I’ve been very fortunate and would be the first to call myself a workaholic since a very early age. There’s a fundamental reason for my success as I’ve had the advantage of loving what I do and as such, not counting down the hours each day to end my work schedule and start on my social calendar.

I’ve overcome the hurdle of listening to all the noise in the market by keeping my mind open. Information is power, so listening to everyone but not being influenced by everyone is the challenge. For example, taking in information from so-called ‘institutional experts’ but not being bound to call it solid. Especially from those ‘experts’ who in my humble opinion are so often wrong when it comes to the real estate market, and it’s future.

I have also found that economists, for the most part, always have a skewed perspective on the value proposition of the real estate space and tend to downplay the psychological consumer mindset when it comes to property ownership.

I have been lucky that my gut feelings combined with analyzing the economic fundamentals have typically played out well; and let’s not forget that Toronto has been on a 32 year real estate growth run. That has obviously helped in our firm’s double digit, cash-on-cash, annual returns.

PROFILE: What was the first gift you bought yourself after closing a big deal or first big development?

SM: Very cliché…I walked into a Porsche dealership and an hour later, drove out in a 911. Since I was a small child, I was always in love with sports cars, so I was fortunate enough to start with a 911 in my early twenties with money that I had made from my own hard work and risk-taking tactics.

I still treat myself after every single venture as I believe that to stay motivated, an entrepreneur needs to be self-incentivized. I will add a charitable donation to my self gift-giving ritual as I feel it’s imperative that we realize how fortunate we are and to give back, even if it’s a small donation. It’s a lifestyle necessity, in my mind, to count your blessings and pay it forward.

PROFILE: Describe your perfect Saturday night in Miami?

SM: So, it all depends on who the other friends or clients are, sometimes it’s a chill evening at one of my favorite restaurants in SoFi, for example, Call me Gaby where the ambiance of European dining in a unpretentious space is always inviting. Sometimes it’s a longer evening of cocktails and fine dining at one of the many restaurants that have opened in Miami (that have outposts all across the world), such as LPM, The Surf Club or Carbone.

I’ve never been a big drinker and prefer a good dinner over a few bottles of wine. Makes my Sunday mornings a lot more efficient and painless.

PROFILE: Where do we find you on your day off?

SM: If you ask anyone that knows me well, they will tell you that I need a day off.

I’m always “on” because I enjoy what I do, as making money for your friends and clients is beyond rewarding. Deal making is a undertaking that I’m very-very passionate about. I take my role in building wealth for clients very seriously – and that’s one of the main reasons that TCS is known as the largest pre-construction investment firm in Canada built on a referral network that keeps on growing.

Expanding Horizons: AvenueWest Global Franchise Comes to Miami under Leadership of Local Realtor Michelle Real

As Miami’s thriving economy, access to quality talent, and strategic location continues to attract businesses and corporate headquarters, an opportunity became clear for AvenueWest: A new franchise in South Florida.

Having established a reputation as a leading provider of furnished corporate housing, real estate, and property management services, AvenueWest knew it had the expertise and resources to meet the escalating demand for extended rentals for corporate and international travelers in the greater Miami region.

“Our commitment to providing exceptional corporate housing solutions has allowed us to grow and expand our services to meet the needs of our clients, and we are excited to bring our services to Miami's growing market,” said AvenueWest Global Franchise’s CEO, Angela Healy.

The new franchise officially launched on August 17 and marks the company’s 17th location in the United States, further solidifying its position as the go-to provider of high-quality managed corporate housing accommodations. Over the last 25 years, AvenueWest has experienced a remarkable surge in demand, adding over 100 new properties in the last five months and is on track to double their revenue in 2023. While demand factored into AvenueWest’s decision to expand into Miami, it was important to find the right leader that could build on existing relationships in the region and uphold the company’s values.

Enter Miami local, Michelle Real. The new AvenueWest Miami owner’s introduction to the franchise happened while listening to a podcast featuring CEO Angela Healy. She was intrigued by their unique business model and had experienced first hand the complexities and challenges faced by property owners, particularly in short-term rental management, often due to regulations and tenant turnover. Michelle quickly discovered that her combined business experience and eight years in the Miami real estate industry made for an ideal partnership for the franchise.

“AvenueWest opens the door to a segment of the industry that only a few companies have access to and individual investors are missing. The corporate housing sector can be complex, but AvenueWest has made the process streamlined and efficient. The rental revenue program is the best proposition for owners to get a higher return on their investment as an alternative over options such as a short-term rental like Airbnb. Corporate housing can yield similar returns and better experiences for renters and owners alike,” said Real.

Michelle recognizes the evolution of options in the real estate industry, and is pleased to have found a company that prioritizes the success of both franchise owners and its clients.

“Becoming part of a well recognized industry brand like AvenueWest was not a difficult decision,” Real added. “The immeasurable value of professionalism, industry expertise, and knowledge exhibited by our colleagues here is truly invaluable. It is the people here that make the difference.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Michelle Real to our team. We are confident she will continue to give our clients the best service,” said Angela Healy.

With the Miami corporate housing sector rapidly growing, AvenueWest and Michelle are poised to meet the increasing demand. By focusing on both the success of franchise owners and the satisfaction of clients, they are thrilled to offer a premium option for corporate guests and visitors and make a significant impact in Miami's corporate housing market.

To learn more please visit, www.miami.avenuewest.com

Bruce Koniver Set To Lead Odyssey Retail Advisors Expansion Into South Florida

Odyssey Retail Advisors LLC, a leading real estate advisory firm, announced its partnership with retail real estate veteran and icon Bruce Koniver. He will lead the opening of Odyssey’s expansion into Florida and its new Miami office. This partnership allows for continued support of Odyssey’s growing national client base. Headquartered in New York, Odyssey represents premier global retailers, major developers and landlords within the luxury and contemporary fashion sector.

“This expansion will further enable the Odyssey team to partner with prominent landlords and retailers in a highly competitive and diverse market,” stated Principal and Co-founder Richard Johnson at Odyssey Retail Advisors. “We will continue to offer Odyssey’s signature insight, analytics, network and full suite of advisory services within the luxury retail environment of Miami.”

Bruce Koniver, Principal, and Lee Koniver are poised to lead Odyssey’s new Miami location, both joining from Koniver Stern Group.

Bruce Koniver has been a trusted name and advisor to a multitude of prominent regional and national retailers. Mr. Koniver has represented a large number of developers where he was responsible for leasing a significant amount of their upscale retail centers such as Forum Development Group, Forum at Carlsbad, Sunnyvale Town Center (Sunnyvale, CA) and Forum at Prospect Park (Alpharetta, Ga.); Cousins Properties’ The Avenue East Cobb (Atlanta, Ga.), The Avenue at Palos Verdes (Palos Verdes, CA) and Taubco’s Vero Fashion Outlets (Vero Beach, FL). In addition, Bruce has been intimately involved in two of the most successful outdoor multi-use projects: North American Properties’ Avalon (Alpharetta, Ga.), and Columbia Development’s Fenton (Raleigh, NC). He has also represented a collection of prestigious tenants for which he was an integral part of their real estate expansion including Wolford, Montblanc, AllBirds, William Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Glossier, Louis Vuitton, Outdoor Voices, Tesla, and Rivian.

Prior to leasing, Bruce Koniver held senior management positions with Saks Fifth Avenue in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Palm Springs and Washington, DC, as well as serving as general manager of Jordan Marsh at the Omni Mall. Mr. Koniver continues to be called upon to moderate and participate on panels for numerous ICSC events and is a board member for First Serve Miami.

Bruce Koniver commented, “We look forward to enabling our clients to expand their presence in sought-after, exclusive retail environments throughout Florida. This fuels my passion as does the clear growth of Odyssey. I truly look forward to bringing the firm’s culture and ability to excel in multi-faceted fashion environments to the Florida marketplace. The opportunity to work closely with my two sons in this new partnership is an added bonus.”

Lee Koniver has extensive knowledge in the South Florida market representing landlords and tenants across various service lines at the luxury level and beyond. His background has been focused on the South Florida market, where he is known to provide the highest level of service to his retail and restaurant industry clients. Some of his clients include Bodega Streetwear, Veja, Shake Shack, Alexander Wang, Le Chick, Heyday Skincare, The King Street Food Company, and Adidas.

Mr. Johnson added, “Expansion of our clients’ portfolios in the Miami area while helping ensure they achieve their business and financial objectives, will be led by this extremely capable new team. Their reputations and experience in this highly desirable market will further enable us to offer compelling shopping environments to clientele.”

Charlie Koniver, Principal and Co-founder, Odyssey, concluded, “With the additions we are making to the Odyssey team, we are celebrating decades of deep knowledge and experience to continue our growth in prominent retail markets.”

About Odyssey Retail Advisors

Odyssey Retail Advisors LLC (www.odysseyretailadvisors.com), headquartered in New York, with offices in Chicago and Miami, is a leading retail real estate advisory firm that represents premier global retailers as well as major developers and landlords. Services encompass strategic planning, site identification, in-depth market analysis and project planning, financial evaluation, negotiation, construction and design facilitation, portfolio optimization, and restructuring.

The Alexander Team Launches Ultra-Luxe Real Estate Advisory, Official, Backed By Side

The nation’s leading ultra-luxury real estate group The Alexander Team, led by Oren and Tal Alexander, has left Douglas Elliman to launch their own firm, Official. Official is the first real estate advisory firm to specialize in the ultra-luxury segment of the market and is backed by the San Francisco-based real estate firm Side, which partners with top-producing agents and teams who own their own brands. The Alexander team will also expand to the West Coast.

The Alexander Team was ranked by Douglas Elliman as the leading team by gross commission income and sales volume in both Florida and New York in 2021 with $1.8 billion in sales, accounting for 3.5% of the brokerages $51.2 billion in total sales volume. They were also ranked the #1 Team in the USA by Wall Street Journal in 2020, 2021 and 2022.

Side is a real estate brokerage founded in 2017 by Guy Gal to partner with leading real estate agents. The agents own 100% of their own brand and business and Side powers the back-end and acts as the broker. Side typically takes 10% of commissions and Side keeps the brand if the partners leave within the first two years of the partnership. Side expanded to Florida in 2019 and reached a $2.5 billion valuation in 2021. Side is backed by Tiger Global Management, ICONIQ Capital and Trinity Ventures.

Douglas Elliman Realty Expands to Vero Beach With Acquisition of Daley & Company

Douglas Elliman Realty, one of the largest independent residential real estate brokerages in the United States, has expanded its Florida footprint to Vero Beach. With this announcement, the company welcomes acclaimed local brokerage Daley & Company, led by industry expert Sally Daley, which was acquired by the nationally recognized luxury firm earlier this month.

Bolstering its position in the market, Douglas Elliman Realty also announced that a top producing team from another national brokerage, Joseph & Joseph, led by Joseph Schlitt and Joseph O’Neill, also joined the company.

“We are excited to welcome The Daley Group and The Joseph & Joseph Team to Douglas Elliman,” said Scott Durkin, Chief Executive Officer of Douglas Elliman Realty. “We look forward to enhancing the Douglas Elliman business to now include a market as important as Vero Beach.”

Daley & Company has successfully sold over $232 million since 2020. Known for her marketing savvy, boundless energy, and an ability to merge creativity with analytics, Sally consistently ranks among Indian River County’s top producers. Sally has also achieved one of the highest list-to-sell-ratios in the county. Under her leadership, Daley & Company had more transactions per agent than any other firm in the county for the past six years. Prior to her career in real estate, Sally owned a public relations and marketing firm just north of New York City. Her firm provided services for high profile clients like Citibank, Hyatt Hotels, Champion Paper, Nine West Shoes, and The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, among others. Daley comes to Douglas Elliman Realty with four additional sales associates that will be based out of the firm’s Vero Beach office.

Joseph & Joseph’s Joseph Schlitt, Joseph O’Neill and Chris Mickley come to Douglas Elliman with over 38 years of experience in selling some of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Vero Beach and Indian River County. In addition to real estate experience, Joseph O’Neill was raised in the world of construction and real estate development, while Joseph Schlitt came from a real estate family background with over 70 years of Vero Beach residential sales experience. Their backgrounds provided a dynamic foundation for their current business strategy which elevates the luxury real estate experience. Since forming The Joseph & Joseph Team four years ago, the team has sold over $350 million in total sales volume.

“We are proud to welcome Sally Daley’s team of real estate professionals and the awarded Joseph & Joseph Team to Douglas Elliman Realty,” said Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Douglas Elliman Florida. “Both brokerages and team members share the same high level commitment to offer exceptional real estate experiences for clients. This move into the new East Coast market greatly strengthens our presence across Florida and enables us to offer national and international connectivity for the rapidly growing Vero Beach real estate market. There is no question that our expansion into Vero Beach is aligned with our mission of being in all the markets that our clients want to be in.”

Both The Daley Group and the Joseph & Joseph team will now operate out of the brokerage’s newest office located in Central Beach on Ocean Drive. With this expansion Douglas Elliman Realty now has 22 offices with approximately 1,200 sales associates across Florida.

"After nearly 20 years of building this company and becoming one of the most recognized brokerages in the area, this alliance with Douglas Elliman is going to make an even bigger impact on the Vero Beach landscape,” said Sally Daley. “Douglas Elliman’s core values resonated with those of our firm and with whom I believe we can provide an unparalleled client experience. We’re thrilled to announce this exciting next chapter, which will empower us to offer our clients even greater exposure through Douglas Elliman’s national reach and strategic global alliance with Knight Frank.”

Sally is a founding member of REALM, an elite global membership organization of accomplished luxury real estate professionals, while Joseph Schlitt previously served as the president of the Indian River County Board of Realtors, is a past member of the Florida Board of Realtors and most recently District Vice President for Florida Realtors.

Vero Beach, located along Florida's Atlantic Coast, is a haven for golf, water sports and fishing. Peaceful beaches, museums, nature tours and a vast portfolio of beautiful real estate make Vero Beach a vital part of the region known as the Treasure Coast.