Richard Hazen
President
Richard’s background in service didn’t end with the Air Force. 20 years in the restaurant business; from a busboy to owning 5 different café’s, owning a residential/commercial cleaning company followed by 15 years of rentals and being a Mortgage Broker has built a lifetime committed to serving community.
Richard’s priority skill set revolves around trust and communication to provide the best value possible for all customers and clients. Inside and outside of work, Richard tries to find ways to make you smile. Humor is a staple in any situation. He is very connected to the great outdoors having travelled through 48 states! Richard’s love of travel, nature and animals fuels as many road trips as possible.
Family is the foundation from which all things are possible. Richard is happily married with a bright superstar daughter, a sleepy calico kitty and a spunky OCD Aussie!
Richard Hazen is a member of a national advisory group of multifamily operators who collectively own or control over 150,000 multifamily units in the United States. Notwithstanding, membership in this national advisory group does not guarantee returns, preservation of capital and/or the viability of a particular multifamily project.
Contact: richard@highercappartners.com
Brian is a seasoned entrepreneur and a master of networking, with a proven track record of success. As the Vice President and Co-Founder of Florida Palm Construction, Brian brings extensive expertise in various aspects of the industry. His visionary approach allows him to see projects through from inception to completion, ensuring every detail is meticulously managed.
Brian's skill set includes in-depth knowledge of GP-LP relationships, contracting, inspecting, project management, project development, underwriting, and team building. He has a wealth of experience in handling multi-family residences, assisted living facilities (ALFs), commercial properties, and government buildings.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Brian is a dedicated husband, father, coach, and community leader. He remains committed to making a positive impact both in his personal and professional life.
Contact: brian@floridapalm.com
Brian Fay
Advisor
VP & Co-Founder
Florida Palm Construction
JD Singh, M.D.
Advisor
Dr. JD Singh is a seasoned multifamily developer and investor with a distinctive background. Beginning his career as a medical doctor, he transitioned into real estate development and has since built an impressive portfolio with a primary focus on multifamily housing. With approximately $200 million in assets under management and involvement in thousands of units, Dr. Singh has established himself as a leader in the multifamily sector and he has built an impressive portfolio of properties, including mobile home parks, RV campgrounds, senior care facilities, multifamily housing, hotels, self-storage, office , industrial and development. His expertise lies in acquiring, developing, and managing multifamily properties that provide affordable and high-quality housing options. Driven by a passion for creating thriving communities, Dr. Singh focuses on fostering environments that offer residents a sense of belonging and connection. His commitment to multifamily development reflects his dedication to addressing housing needs while delivering value to residents and investors alike.
Rooted in his medical background, Dr. Singh brings a compassionate and people-centered approach to real estate. He understands the importance of creating inclusive, supportive communities that enhance well-being, a principle that guides his work in multifamily development and beyond.
Rod Khleif is a multiple business owner and philanthropist who is passionate about business, high performance, real estate and giving back. As one of the country's top real estate and peak performance luminaries. He has also owned over 2000 properties.
Rod Khleif soared from humble beginnings as a young, impoverished Dutch immigrant to incredible success. Rod's experience involves both remarkable triumphs, and spectacular failures, which he affectionately calls "seminars:' Rod will explain the mindset required to recover from losing $50 million dollars in the crash of 2008 to the success he enjoys today. Rod brings incredible authenticity and insight to his approach to real estate, mindset, success and life. Rod can talk about Real estate, the psychology of success, and any business topic in great depth, contributing incredible first-hand, technical, and motivational knowledge and skills to the conversation.
Rod also founded The Tiny Hands Foundation, which has benefited more than 130,000 children in need.
Rod Khleif
Senior Advisor
