Our Story
Making the most out of every place.
Our Story
Southern Waters Development (“SWD”) was originally the exclusive development arm of Southern Waters Capital, a Florida-focused real estate investment company. SWD is led by its co-founders, Ray Mazzie, Dean Myerow, and Andrew Sinclair, who combined have over 40 years of experience in real estate development and project management. Through their experiences, the group has expertise in a wide range of asset types, ranging from traditional multifamily, single-family homes, industrial complexes, urban infill, low-rise multifamily, townhomes, and manufactured/modular housing. SWD got its start by taking unentitled land to a shovel-ready state for institutional developers and builders throughout the Sunbelt. As time went on, it became apparent that SWD had the capacity to provide development services to other owners and developers in addition to its proprietary pipeline. This made it a relatively easy decision for Andrew, Dean, and Ray to begin offering SWD's services to third-party owners. The team at SWD takes an owner's approach to each project. We create and execute a unique development plan for each opportunity to ensure it's developed in the most efficient and effective manner.
The Founders
Andrew Sinclair
Chief Development Officer
Giving Back to the Community
The Friendship Grill, situated in the bustling downtown area of Fort Lauderdale, FL, is a community-facing restaurant founded by Dean Myerow, with the support of his business partner Ray Mazzie. This endeavor is an affiliate of the Friendship Circle of Greater Fort Lauderdale, both are 501(c)(3) charitable organizations. Dean and Ray, driven by a strong desire to serve their community, envisioned this establishment as a bridge to address a significant local concern. They identified the hurdles individuals with special needs encounter while seeking employment. The Friendship Grill was thus established with a dual mission: (1) to offer a congenial space for people to come together over meals, and (2) to provide a nurturing environment for training individuals with special needs in life skills, easing their path towards gainful employment and a fulfilling life.
The Friendship Grill transcends the conventional restaurant model by intertwining business with social responsibility. The Friendship Grill not only serves as a lively gathering hub in the heart of the city on the bustling Las Olas Blvd., but it also serves as a beacon of community awareness regarding the employment challenges faced by individuals with special needs. Through the Friendship Grill, Dean and Ray are contributing to the community in a way that resonates with the ethos of social responsibility, fostering an atmosphere of inclusivity and awareness. This venture reflects a harmonious blend of entrepreneurial spirit and a heartfelt commitment to positive community impact, which Ray and Dean are extremely proud to be a part of. The duo also hosts an annual golf tournament, the Friendship Circle Charity Classic, to increase awareness, raise funds, and enjoy a day of activities with the Friends of the Friendship Grill.
Experience
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