Fernando de Nunez y Lugones, Co-Founder and CEO, Vertical Developments – Fernando’s remarkable journey began in 2008, leading Location3 Investments to orchestrate transactions exceeding $250 Million across key states such as Florida, Georgia, Texas, and Louisiana.
Fernando has established himself as a seasoned expert in the real estate market. His involvement in over 100 real estate projects has contributed to an astounding cumulative sales volume exceeding $12 Billion. Notably, he was Executive Vice-President of the Development Division at ONE Sotheby’s International Realty – a powerhouse boasting 1,300 Agents, 27 offices, and a remarkable $8.8B in sales.
Over a span of 7 years (2015-2022), Fernando skillfully managed a dynamic portfolio of 20 projects, with an average value of $4.5 Billion in inventory. His visionary leadership led to the inception of ONE Capital, the company’s private equity arm.
Fernando’s influence has extended far beyond the corporate sphere. He has made his mark as Chief Economist, captivating audiences as a public speaker and contributing insights to over 100 real estate panels and conferences in 23 different countries. Prior to his role at ONE Sotheby’s International Realty, Fernando held the esteemed positions of Vice President of the International Division and Managing Director of Operations and Finances at Fortune International Group. Over a span of 12 years (2003-2015), he cultivated the company’s global presence, expanding its footprint through the establishment of eight branches and the recruitment of over 200 agents.
Fernando has been featured in numerous live interviews with renowned outlets such as CNN. Before real estate, he acted as COO of Netjuice Latin America (2000-2001), a leading internet incubator in Spain, where he led the company’s expansion to LATAM by opening offices in Miami, Mexico City, São Paulo, and Buenos Aires. Fernando was also an investment banker for almost 10 years in New York, London, Paris, Madrid, and Argentina, working for Santander Investment, LTCB, and Société Générale.
He started his professional career at the Ministry of Finance in Argentina, performing Econometric Models. He later joined the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and collaborated with the Interamerican Development Bank (IDB).
Today, Fernando de Nunez is shaping Miami’s skyline and has established himself as a leading force in South Florida’s luxury development scene. His portfolio includes some of the region’s most notable projects, among them ELLE Residences Miami, Riva Residenze in Fort Lauderdale (in partnership with the iconic yacht brand), Armani/Casa Residences in Pompano Beach, and Avenia by Fendi Casa in Aventura.