Michael Simkins is one of the largest property owners in Miami and is leading the redevelopment of several distinct neighborhoods in South Florida.  This includes executing on the transform of Park West, Overtown, Allapathah and Miami Beach. He specializes in world-class development and redevelopment projects in 24-hour communities centered on the intersection of entertainment, technology, culture, and the arts.  Mr. Simkins is highly respected for supporting collaborative, community-based projects that drive sustainable economic growth and bring global visibility to the region. He has been particularly successful at identifying hospitality needs in diverse neighborhoods and then incubating, financing and owning those businesses. Mr. Simkins attended the University of Miami, where he received a degree in finance. He obtained a law degree from Brooklyn Law School and practiced real estate law at Akerman Senterfitt until 2007 when he decided to pursue his passion for real estate, investments and hospitality.

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