Real Estate

Nick Pérez

PRESIDENT, RELATED GROUP, CONDOMINIUM DIVISION, MIAMI

Established in 1979, Related Group is Florida’s leading developer of sophisticated metropolitan living and one of the largest privately owned real estate firms in the U.S. It has built and managed more than 120,000 units, with 90-plus projects currently in development. Its portfolio spans luxury condos, rentals, mixed-use and affordable housing. Perez has led the condo division since 2020 and has helped expand the branded residences market across Florida, introducing partnerships with global hospitality brans such as Ritz-Carlton, Waldorf Astoria, St. Regis, Rosewood, W Hotels, Viceroy and more. Through Related Group’s Philanthropic Foundation, the company allocates a percentage of profits to causes like PAMM, YoungArts, FIU, Camillus House and the Dolphins Cycling Challenge.

EDUCATION: Loyola Marymount University (BS), Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University (MBA)

DREAM ALTERNATE CAREER: If I could do anything else, I’d be a professional tennis player. I’ve always loved the sport — the discipline, strategy and mental toughness it requires are qualities I try to bring to my career every day.

SOMETHING SURPRISING: The first album I ever bought was Barry White.

PASSION PROJECT: I love to play golf and tennis. Both of my kids, ages 5 and 3, have started to play both sports, and I’m excited to teach and play with them.

INDUSTRY TREND: The most notable trend in the industry is the continued rise of branded residences — buyers are seeking lifestyle, not just luxury, and aligning with trusted hotel brands delivers both.

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