Edward De Valle II, CEO of Grupo De Valle, Keynote Speaker at SIMA Madrid 2025
Edward De Valle II, Chairman and CEO of Grupo De Valle-a firm leading more than $500 million in cooperative, multi-partner fund and direct investments across the Dominican Republic-was once again invited as a keynote speaker at SIMA Madrid, Europe’s most important real estate fair. Representing the Dominican Republic, De Valle delivered a compelling keynote on the nation’s rising role as a strategic real estate and tourism investment hub.
His remarks focused on hybrid developments-projects that merge hotel and condo ownership-an innovative model he is pioneering with leading international brands such as Wyndham. These condo-hotel projects offer investors a unique blend of personal use and high returns, helping position the Dominican Republic as a globally competitive destination.
“Staying competitive isn’t about designing stark, modern buildings just to catch attention-it’s about creating products that resonate globally,” said De Valle. “With over 400 million people north of us and nearly 500 million south, there’s no reason our market shouldn’t be performing at double its current pace. The issue isn’t demand-it’s the product. Are we still offering outdated, one-size-fits-all condos that younger buyers no longer want? If we rethink what we’re building, the opportunity for growth is truly unlimited.”
He also emphasized the need for innovation beyond local trends: “The future of real estate in the Dominican Republic lies in innovation, not imitation. We must create lifestyle-driven, globally appealing products that avoid the stagnation seen in other oversaturated markets.”
De Valle closed with a bold invitation: “It’s time to reimagine where and how we invest. Take a closer look-Invest in the Dominican Republic.”
Grupo De Valle remains at the forefront of the Dominican Republic’s next generation of real estate and tourism-based investment, redefining how the country attracts global capital, lifestyle buyers, and high-performance developments.
