MIAMI, Fla. (May 28, 2025)–Linkvest Capital, a leading Miami-based co-investment platform specializing in alternative real estate investments, is pleased to announce the appointment of three highly respected professionals to its Board of Directors: Donald Scarcello, Juan Constantino Martínez, and Dr. Eli Beracha. These accomplished leaders bring extensive expertise in real estate investment, finance, and strategic management, further strengthening Linkvest Capital’s mission to provide exceptional, low-risk investment opportunities to its co-investors.
“We are honored to welcome Donald, Juan, and Dr. Beracha to our Board of Directors,” stated Camilo Niño, founder and CEO, Linkvest Capital. “Their collective expertise and leadership in investment management, financial services, and real estate strategy will be invaluable as we continue to grow and enhance our offerings for investors seeking capital preservation, cash flow, and long-term value creation.”
Donald Scarcello is a seasoned expert in investment real estate and banking, with over 25 years of experience. As the Managing Principal of SMV Capital Group, he leads the firm’s strategy, performance, and daily operations. Previously, Donald served as Executive Vice President at a Fortune Global 100 financial services firm, managing a multi-billion-dollar P&L and overseeing assets totaling more than $160 billion. He has executed over $30 billion in real estate trades and currently owns and manages value-add commercial real estate projects along the East Coast. Donald holds a bachelor’s degree in legal studies and business administration from the University of Central Florida and has completed executive education programs at the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School and IMD Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Juan Constantino Martínez is a distinguished family office executive with extensive experience in business administration and board governance. He holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and an MBA with an emphasis on Family Business from the Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University. Over the years, Juan has served as a board member for leading organizations, including Grupo Nutresa S.A., Grupo Sura, and Sociedad Portafolio S.A. He is currently a board member of Prebel, a third-generation family business, and serves as Director of Martínez Bravo Family Office, a role he has held since 1999. His deep understanding of investment strategies and corporate governance will provide valuable insights for Linkvest Capital’s continued expansion.
Dr. Eli Beracha is a renowned expert in real estate and finance, currently serving as Professor, Department Chair, and Director of the Tibor & Sheila Hollo School of Real Estate at Florida International University. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance with a concentration in Real Estate Investment from the
University of Kansas and has published extensively in top academic journals. His research has been featured in major publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, CNBC, and Forbes. As a co-founder of influential real estate indices and a trusted advisor to leading real estate funds, Dr. Beracha brings a wealth of knowledge in quantitative modeling, portfolio valuation, and investment strategy to Linkvest Capital’s Board.
With over 15 years of experience in structuring and managing alternative real estate investments, Linkvest Capital has deployed approximately $1.4 billion across short-term commercial real estate loans, equity in multifamily and mixed-use developments, and commercial, industrial, and triple-net asset acquisitions in Florida and the Southeastern U.S. The addition of these three esteemed board members underscores Linkvest Capital’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and strategic growth. For more information on Linkvest Capital, please call (305) 523-6576, email [email protected], or visit www.linkvestcapital.com.
About Linkvest Capital
Linkvest Capital is a co-investment platform offering direct access to unique, low-risk investment opportunities across three distinct alternatives: (1) short-term commercial real estate loans, (2) equity in mixed-use developments, and (3) acquisitions and management of commercial, industrial and triple net assets in Florida and the Southeastern US. Linkvest was created by investors, to source and structure the best deals for investors. Over 15 years, Linkvest has invested and managed approximately $1.4 billion in alternative real estate investments with compelling risk-adjusted returns, attracting exceptional co-investors seeking capital preservation, cash flow and value investing strategies.
