Aerial view of luxury villas in the Dominican Republic

The People Behind Elite Collective

Built by People
Who Live Elite

Two couples. One shared vision. A relentless commitment to giving every guest an experience worth remembering.

Our Story

Passion Meets Purpose

Elite Collective was born from a simple belief — that a private villa, curated with care, can deliver everything a five-star resort promises, and so much more. We are two couples who fell in love with the Dominican Republic and decided to build something extraordinary here.

Brad and Maria, co-founders of Elite Collective Co-Founders

The Vision

Brad & Maria

Co-Founders · Elite Collective

Brad's journey to luxury hospitality started on the fairways of America's finest golf clubs. As a PGA Golf Professional with over a decade of experience at Top 100 courses, he learned that true luxury lives in the details — the preparation, the anticipation, the personal touch. In 2021, he channeled that expertise into Sunset Luxury Properties on Florida's Gulf Coast, a thriving vacation rental company that proved his instincts right. The Dominican Republic called next, and Elite Collective was born.

Maria is the heartbeat of the operation — the hardworking, passionate force who ensures every guest feels genuinely cared for. Brad and Maria's story began in the DR two years ago and grew into an extraordinary partnership, both in life and in business. Together they bring warmth, precision, and an unwavering standard of excellence to everything Elite Collective touches.

10+ Years in Hospitality
Top 100 PGA Golf Clubs
2 Luxury PM Companies
Francisco and Lohana, co-founders of Elite Collective and Keller Williams Brokers Co-Founders

The Heart of the DR

Francisco & Lohana

Co-Founders · Elite Collective · Keller Williams Brokers

Francisco and Lohana share a clear vision: to offer their clients a complete service that goes far beyond purchasing a property. As real estate agents in Punta Cana, they have distinguished themselves through dedication, transparency, and a commitment to exceeding expectations at every step.

Francisco, born and raised in the area, brings an analytical and strategic approach driven by numbers and a deep understanding of the local market. Lohana, originally from Venezuela, arrived eight years ago on vacation and chose to stay after falling in love with the Dominican Republic. Her strength lies in the details, organization, and the care she brings to every client experience.

Throughout their careers, they identified a consistent need among their investors: a reliable property management service after the purchase. That vision led them to create a company that supports clients long-term. Today, their property management project reflects that philosophy — delivering peace of mind, trust, and a full-service experience that protects and enhances every investment.

What We Stand For

The Elite Standard

Uncompromising Quality

Every villa is personally vetted. Every detail inspected. We hold our properties to the same standard a Top 100 golf club holds its fairways.

Personal Connection

We're not a platform. We're people. Every guest has a direct line to our team — before, during, and after their stay.

Local Expertise

Cap Cana, Punta Cana, Casa de Campo, Las Terrenas — we know the DR intimately and bring that knowledge to every recommendation we make.

Genuine Hospitality

Hospitality isn't a service — it's an attitude. We go beyond the expected because creating memorable experiences is simply who we are.

Live Elite

Ready to Experience the Difference?

Book directly with us and you're not just renting a villa — you're getting a team of four founders personally invested in making your stay unforgettable.