We founded, built and operated our own retreat center, then sold it to Selina Hotel Group and spent five years helping the group scale a dozen retreat centers across Central America. Owner, operator, exit and brand-side scale: the full arc.
Operating the homes across the master community. Represented three buyers through closing and now managing the development of their residences. Structuring the community’s next hospitality phase.
Full pre-development, then operations, marketing and sales across the property.
Retreat lodge development and full operation: management, marketing and retreat sales. The engagement that forged our operating playbook.
Hospitality advisory across the property and its retreat programming.
Costa Familia Family Office: advisory across real estate holdings and hospitality transactions, including deal work with international hotel groups. 5D Ventures: supporting the family office’s portfolio with hospitality development strategy and execution. Plus additional family offices served privately.
The Amazon, with a family office client. Supporting an indigenous-led retreat center.
“A truly up-to-date understanding of the real estate dynamic in coastal areas I have known for over 25 years. Ed goes several steps beyond what most of the region’s lawyers and brokers can or will achieve in a comprehensive development process.”
“Edward knows his stuff. He genuinely cares about people and follows it up with supportive action. His foundation is a comprehensive knowledge of development and how to get it done safely while minimizing risk.”
“Ed has helped me find my dream property in Costa Rica and aligned me with the right partners to design and build it. He is very knowledgeable and experienced with sourcing and developing properties, especially wellness concepts like mine.”
“You can let go of the reins, of the stress, of wondering if you have vetted vendors working for you. Ed has all the kinks already worked out. By hiring Ed, you’re already saving money, time and stress.”
