On April 10, 2025 PROFILEmiami is set to host our third annual ‘State of the Market’ event exploring Commercial and Residential real estate markets in Miami at the luxurious Modern Stones Showroom in Doral featuring a distinguished group of panelists who are some of the most active developers in South Florida developers including Henry Bott (Swire Properties), Russell Galbut (GFO Investments), Isaac Toledano (BH Group), Carlos Rosso (Rosso Development) and risk insurance expert Lisa Holt (Ivy Risk Strategies).

The PROFILEconnect: State of the Market 2025 is set to be one of our largest events yet as the next installment of PROFILEmiami’s highly-regarded PROFILEconnect bespoke networking event series with over 300+ anticipated industry attendees. The event will take place next Thursday, April 10 at 5 PM at Modern Stones.

Leading Swire Properties in Miami, Henry Bott has overseen the transformation of Brickell with the development of Brickell City Centre and now will transform the skyline and Brickell Key with the launch of Mandarin Oriental Residences, Miami.

Russell Galbut of GFO Investments recently completed two projects overlooking both sides of Biscayne Bay, delivering the tallest tower in Miami Beach, Five Park and The Gale Hotel & Residences, Miami in Downtown Miami. He is now developing 14 Roc in Downtown Miami’s Arts & Entertainment District.

Isaac Toledano’s BH Group has been very active in South Florida, recently breaking ground on Six Fisher Island and launching Viceroy Residences Aventura in partnership with Related Group. BH Group has also teamed up with Lennar to develop Greenview at Presidential also nearby Aventura.

Carlos Rosso leads Rosso Development and is nearing completion of The Standard Residences, Midtown Miami. Rosso development also recently launched sales of Midtown Park Residences by Proper as part of a $2 billion mixed-use development in Midtown Miami.

Ivy Risk Strategies Lisa Holt has over $150 million in placed premiums and has insured over $1 billion in property value and $2.8 billion in Property and Liability coverage for high-valued construction projects. Notable work include the Margarittaville Hotel & Cottages Orlando, InterMiami Stadium & Training Facility Fort Lauderdale, Tower 155 in Boca Raton and Ivory 214 in Aventura’s Medical District.

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Meet Our Panelists:

Russell Galbut, Founder, GFO Investments

Russell Galbut is the Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Crescent Heights, one of America’s largest and most respected residential real estate development firms. He is also the Founder of GFO Investments.
With 35 years of experience at Crescent Heights, in the urban mixed-use real estate sector, Mr. Galbut has established Crescent Heights as a “best in class” developer with a proven track record in both new construction and renovations. The company has been active in more than 15 major metropolitan markets across the United States, developing over 50,000 residential units and pioneering innovative concepts such as the condo-hotel model, including the world’s largest condo-hotel, the Ala Moana in Hawaii. In 2025, Mr. Galbut will celebrate his 50th anniversary of building “homes in the sky,” a milestone achievement in his celebrated career.
After obtaining his CPA, he transitioned into development, beginning his first condominium projects in Miami Beach in 1976. While actively building and developing properties, Mr. Galbut attended the University of Miami School of Law, earning his J.D. and admission to the Florida Bar in 1980. In 1989, he co-founded Crescent Heights alongside his current partners.
Under Mr. Galbut’s leadership, Crescent Heights has successfully completed numerous high-profile conversion projects in Miami Beach, including the Decoplage, Shelborne, Carriage Club, Carriage Club North, Castle Beach Club, Carriage House, The Pavilion, and Casablanca. Collectively, these projects have elevated the assessed values of these properties to over $2 billion. Crescent Heights continues to lead in national development, with ongoing projects in five U.S. cities.
In addition to his real estate ventures, Mr. Galbut was a founding director and investor in Prestige Cruises, which owned Regent Seven Seas and Oceania Cruises—brands later sold to Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH). A former chairman of NCLH, Mr. Galbut served on its board for over 23 years.
Most recently, he has spearheaded the launch of the 51-story Gale Miami Hotel & Residences in Downtown Miami and the opening of ultra luxury residential projects Forma, 72 Park and Five Park, also in Miami.
Mr. Galbut remains active in various public, charitable, and private organizations. He serves on the Board of Trustees for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and is an advisory trustee member of the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration.

Five Park by Terra & GFO Investments - Image via Five Park Miami Beach

Henry Bott, President, Swire Properties

Henry Bott leads the Swire Properties US development and investment operations. Henry joined Swire Properties in 2010 serving positions in the retail, office, and investment departments in Beijing and Hong Kong. Prior to taking up his current role, Henry was Chief Representative for Swire Properties in Vietnam, where he led the Company’s first investments in the country. Henry is a member of the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors.

The Mandarin Oriental Residences, Miami by Swire Properties - Renderings via The Boundary, The Residences at Mandarin Oriental & Optimist Consulting

Brickell City Centre by Swire Properties - Image via Swire Properties

Isaac Toledano, CEO & Founder, BH Group

Isaac Toledano is a highly accomplished real estate developer and astute businessman. He is married to his wife and partner, Liat Toledano, who serves as the co-founder of their thriving enterprise. Together, they are raising their beautiful family of eight children. Isaac and Liat form a dynamic duo at the forefront of the real estate industry, bringing their collective expertise and unwavering commitment to every project they undertake.

Isaac’s passion for real estate emerged at a young age, propelling him towards a successful career in the industry. After gaining valuable experience and insights into the property market, he ventured into entrepreneurship and founded their company. Liat Toledano’s entrepreneurial spirit and shared vision for real estate development led her to co-found the enterprise alongside Isaac, uniting their talents and expertise.

Renowned for their complementary skills, Isaac and Liat infuse vitality and enthusiasm into their business, a characteristic often found in driven entrepreneurs who have navigated challenging business environments abroad. They thrive on the diverse opportunities present in the United States, capitalizing on each venture to deliver exceptional results.

Six Fisher Island by Related Group & BH Group

Viceroy Residences Aventura by Related Group & BH Group

Greenview at Presidential by Lennar & BH Group - Rendering via Corwil Architects

Carlos Rosso, Founder, Rosso Development

Carlos Rosso is an industry visionary who has been a driving force behind some of the most prominent development opportunities in South Florida for more than two decades. After nearly twenty years at the Related Group, Rosso formed Rosso Development in 2020, a fully integrated development firm with expertise in virtually every aspect of the industry including construction, project ﬁnancing, land acquisition and sales and marketing.
Rosso has pursued several opportunities focusing on high-end boutique developments including the transformative Midtown Park Residences by Proper and the first-ever Standard-branded residential property, The Standard Residences, Midtown Miami.
As the president of the condominium and international development divisions at the Related Group, Rosso oversaw all facets of domestic condominium development as well as internationally in countries like Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Panama.
Over the course of his career, Rosso has developed well over 16,000 units, and under his leadership, Related successfully delivered iconic projects including the 1,600 unit Paraiso District in Miami, the company’s largest project to-date; Auberge Beach Residences and Spa in Fort Lauderdale, the ﬁrst entirely residential project for the revered hospitality brand; SLS Cancun & Residences in Mexico, which sold out less than 24 months after launching; and V:HOUSE in Brazil, a luxury boutique property in the up-and-coming ﬁnancial district, to name a few. The next batch of projects to complete includes Residences by ARMANI/CASA designed by César Pelli, Hyde Beach House and Park Grove by OMA/Rem Koolhaas.
Prior to his time at Related, Rosso held a number of positions across global development ﬁrms, having served as Vice President of Real Estate Development for Investment Properties Ltd. in Boston; and ten years as Project Director for Besix International, overseeing the development and construction of over ten million square feet of multi-family, hotel and office buildings in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Rosso graduated summa cum laude from the Universidad de Buenos Aires with a Master’s degree in Architecture. He also earned a Master’s degree in Real Estate Development and Finance, with the highest honors, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Midtown Park Residences by Proper by Proper Hospitality, Rosso Development and Midtown Development

The Standard Residences, Midtown Miami by Rosso Development, Standard International and Midtown Development

Lisa Holt, Founder, Ivy Risk

Lisa Holt’s breakout success began in 2015 when she earned the nation’s top spot for Arthur J. Gallagher’s newly launched hiring program. Recognizing the advantage that came with an entirely new perspective to risk management, she leveraged this unique point of view to establish her position as an influential woman in the insurance and real estate community.
By challenging conventional wisdom and pushing industry standards, Lisa has developed a specialized process for risk evaluation, data integrity verification, and quantification to strategically produce the most competitive results in the industry. Her keen sense for balancing risk retention and transfer guides her clients through ways that unlock and deploy capital to primary stakeholders in her programs. Using years of experience and technical education advanced by her dedication to mastering the real estate and development niche, she consistently identifies cost savings while implementing proven solutions-oriented strategies, delivering risk management programs across national property portfolios and development deals valued from $100M to $1B+.
Fully invested in her clients’ successes, Lisa identifies her role as much more than an insurance broker. Producing savings in more ways than standard insurance costs, she successfully negotiates requirements with lenders, strategically allocates premiums for common area maintenance charges (CAM), and provides contract reviews that have proven to save up to 1% of total construction values.
As an enthusiastic participant in industry panel discussions and speaking events, Lisa has engaged with market leaders in front of audiences of 300 – 500 attendees, using these forums to provide thought-provoking questions, and sharing industry insights to establish a strong and credible reputation amongst a robust network of industry leaders.
Priding herself in helping others tackle complex challenges, she cultivates cohesive teams to help fuel her constant drive for finding innovative ways to serve her clients. Creating a culture of energy and excitement to inspire the creativity needed for unlimited progress and groundbreaking solutions, her goal is to motivate positive change throughout the industry and increase visibility for the incredible opportunities made possible by a career in insurance.
Beyond her volunteer work dedicated to learning, Lisa has also been an active member of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) and Committee Chair for their Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI). In addition to her commitment to increasing the visibility of women leaders in the real estate industry, she has also made significant contributions to various volunteer opportunities throughout the community.

Reserve Your Spot Today!

The PROFILEconnect: State of the Market 2025 is set to be one of our largest events yet as the next installment of PROFILEmiami’s highly-regarded PROFILEconnect bespoke networking event series with over 300+ anticipated industry attendees. The event will feature an in-depth panel exploring both commercial and residential markets real estate across South Florida, matched with a trendy evening soirée of bespoke networking, cocktails and a real estate showcase featuring The Mandarin Oriental Residences Miami, Modern Stones, Resurface Wraps, CPS Outdoors, Jacob Construction, Condesa Kitchens, Blackline and La Cuisine Appliances. The relaxed and open PROFILEconnect setting provides an amazing opportunity to network with Miami’s top industry leaders and market makers, continuing post-panel with cocktails by E11EVEN Vodka and sounds by local Miami-based DJ San_Dee.

The event will feature two distinct rooms, a Panel Room offering an engaging panel discussion about the state of the commercial and residential real estate market in a quiet setting and an upbeat Showcase Room featuring PROFILEmiami’s signature Bespoke Networking & Cocktails matched with a real estate showcase featuring South Florida’s top development projects, real estate + design companies and vendors.

PROFILEconnect brings together Miami’s real estate industry and business professionals to network and connect outside of a business setting. PROFILEconnect is attended by Miami’s top investors, developers, business professionals, brokers, financiers, architects and designers. Guests have the opportunity to network and share their experiences in South Florida through thoughtful discourse, while forging new relationships with industry leaders. Past speakers and attendees have included Allen Morris, Gil Dezer, Edgardo Defortuna, Jay Phillip Parker, Daniel de la Vega, Robert Rivani, Michael Simkins and Ronny Finvarb, amongst others.

Who Should Attend: Developers, Investors, Brokers, Financiers, Architects, Interior Designers, Design Vendors, Construction & GC’s, Lawyers, Wealth Managers, Financial Planners, CPAs and other Business Professionals.

Date & Time: Thursday April 10, 2025 | 5 PM - 9 PM

Where: Modern Stones, 7370 NW 43rd St. Miami, FL 33136

Tickets: $150 All Access - Early Bird Sold Out

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