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Building with Purposesince 2003.

Zayoun Group is built on the belief that lasting value comes from disciplined growth, active involvement, and a clear long-term perspective. Over more than 20 years, the group has established a diversified international presence by investing in and operating businesses with a focus on strength, relevance, and durability.

Carmine Zayoun

Carmine Zayoun

Founder & Chairman

Carmine Zayoun is a principal of Zayoun Group, where he helps lead the firm’s vision across development and construction, real estate asset management, hospitality, and diversified investments. With more than 20 years of experience, he plays an active role in identifying opportunities, guiding operations, and building long-term value across the group’s portfolio.

Under Carmine’s leadership, Zayoun Group has grown into a multi-sector organization with $250 million in assets under management, 25+ portfolio ventures, and operations spanning three countries: the United States, Canada, and Turkey. His approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, allowing the group to expand thoughtfully while maintaining a strong operational foundation.

With a background in engineering and business, Carmine brings a disciplined and solutions-oriented perspective to every stage of the investment lifecycle, from acquisition and development through operations and long-term asset performance. His leadership reflects Zayoun Group’s commitment to building enduring businesses and creating value across a diverse international footprint.

Leadership Team

Jessica Bigras

Chief Financial Officer

Miami, USA

Raad Akrawi

Chief Development Officer

Ottawa, Canada

Hamza Khalid

Chief Marketing Officer

Toronto, Canada

Brittany Reitano

Financial Director

Ottawa, Canada

Toufic Zayoun

Operations Director

Ottawa, Canada


Two Decades of Growth

Key milestones in the evolution of Zayoun Group.

Foundation
2003

Foundation

Zayoun Group is established in Toronto with a focus on residential development in underserved urban markets.

Hospitality Entry
2008

Hospitality Entry

The group acquires its first boutique hotel property in Montreal, marking an expansion into hospitality operations.

US Expansion
2014

US Expansion

Zayoun Group opens a New York office and closes its first commercial acquisition in Manhattan.

Global Reach
2019

Global Reach

Operations expand to Turkey with a diversified portfolio exceeding $250M under management.

Featured Assets

Commercial Real Estate

Miami Woman's Club

The Miami Woman’s Club is a historic waterfront property on Biscayne Bay at 1737 North Bayshore Drive in Miami. The building is a notable example of Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Renaissance Revival architecture from circa 1926, and today it also serves as home to major hospitality destinations,…

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Miami Woman's Club
Takato
Conrad Fort Lauderdale
The Grand Condominium
Janken
Vitolo
Hazeldean Horizons Kanata

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