The Team

President

  • Professional Experience

    GLC Real Estate, Inc.

    President
    2024–Present
    Oversees strategic planning, development, and advisory operations for transit-oriented, residential, and commercial real estate projects across Florida.

    Florida East Coast Industries, LLC

    Executive Vice President, Business Development
    2006–2024
    Directed land use, zoning, environmental, and regulatory planning for all FECI business units, including the Brightline inter-city rail system. Led the regulatory strategy and entitlements for Brightline stations and associated mixed-use projects. Oversaw the development of over 20 million square feet of Class A office and industrial parks such as Flagler Station and Countyline Corporate Park. Managed redevelopment of a 505-acre former landfill into a thriving business park.

    Codina Group

    Senior Vice President
    1997–2006
    Managed entitlement and planning for landmark South Florida developments including Beacon Lakes, Dolphin Mall, Beacon Tradeport, Downtown Doral, Bacardi Headquarters, and Deering Bay. Oversaw projects totaling millions of square feet in industrial, retail, and mixed-use real estate.

    Miami-Dade County Government

    • Coordinator, Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) — 1994–1997

      • Directed zoning and environmental review processes; managed public hearings and legislation on environmental codes.

    • Zoning Plans Reviewer, Building & Zoning Department — 1991–1994

      • Oversaw zoning compliance, permitting, and hurricane recovery coordination post-Hurricane Andrew.

    Education

    B.A., Political Science — Florida International University

    Community and Industry Involvement

    • Executive Committee Board Member & Chair, Chapman Partnership for the Homeless

    • Board of Advisors & Chair of Building and Grounds Committee, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School

    • Executive Committee & Chair of PAC, Florida Home Builders Association

    • Chair and Past President, Builders Association of South Florida

Vice President

  • Professional Experience

    GLC Real Estate, Inc.

    Vice President
    Miami, FL | Present
    Leads entitlement, coordination, and governmental strategy for large-scale mixed-use and workforce housing developments throughout South Florida.

    Florida East Coast Industries (FECI)

    Vice President, Corporate Development
    2010–2024
    Partnered with the executive team on strategic expansions and acquisitions, particularly for Brightline and its Transit Oriented Communities. Negotiated key public-private partnerships such as the Aventura Brightline Station development agreement with Miami-Dade County. Oversaw permitting, platting, and regulatory coordination for major FECI business parks including South Florida Logistics Center, Flagler Station, and Countyline Corporate Park.

    Miami-Dade County Government

    Chief of Staff & Director of Policy and Legislation
    1996–2009
    Served the Board of County Commissioners for over a decade in legislative, policy, and administrative roles. Directed the Office of Policy and Legislation and ultimately served as Chief of Staff to the Chairperson of the Miami-Dade County Commission.

    Civic Leadership and Appointments

    • Vice-Chairwoman, Miami-Dade County Charter Review Task Force

    • Member, Miami-Dade Urban Expansion Area Task Force

    • Former Member (5+ years), City of Miami Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board — Oversaw major projects under Miami 21.

    • Board Member, Builders Association of South Florida

    Education

    • Juris Doctor, New England Law | Boston

    • Bachelor of Arts, Florida International University

    • Member, The Florida Bar