Jonathan J. Breene
Jonathan J. Breene | |
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| Citizenship | Australian American |
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| Occupation | Businessman |
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| Spouse | Criselda Breene |
Jonathan J. Breene is an Austaralian-American businessman involved in the real estate and hospitality industries. He is the founder of The Setai Group, which specializes in luxury residential and boutique hotel properties, [1][2][3] and also co-founder of Mahaman and Azotels, both residential and hospitality development companies, with AMAN founder, Adrian Zecha.
Education
[edit]Breene completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Queensland - Gatton College in Australia, where he earned a Bachelor of Business in Real Estate Appraisal. He graduated with a master's degree in construction management from Queensland University of Technology, Australia, and later obtained a Master's in Real Estate Development from Columbia University in New York City.[4]
Career
[edit]Breene began his career as an executive at Millennium Partners, a New York-based developer focused on luxury condominium.[5][6]
Breene was involved in the creation of The Setai,[7] a luxury residential condominium tower at 40 Broad Street, as well as the development of the private island of Java on The World Islands in Dubai.[8] In partnership with r Adrian Zecha, Breene co-founded Mahaman.[9][10][11]
In addition, he has played a role in the planning and development of luxury projects around the world. Among these is The Vendome, a high-end condominium located in Dallas, and Amanyara, a resort in Turks & Caicos. He was also involved in the development of Norman's Cay, a private island in the Exumas, Bahamas, and a beachfront hotel and villa project in Jose Ignacio, Punta del Este.[12][13][14]
Collaborations with Adrian Zecha
[edit]Breene's first collaboration with Adrian Zecha was at The Setai Miami Beach, located in Miami's South Beach neighborhood. The hotel and residential project was designed by Jean Michel Gathy. They are also co-founders of Mahaman, a luxury real estate and hospitality development group, and of Azotels, which operates high-end hospitality projects such as Azerai in Vietnam and Azumi in Japan.[15]
In addition, Zecha and Breene co-founded MAHA, a luxury residential and resort Development Company. The first MAHA property was completed in Beijing, China and includes a luxury condominium building and private club.[16]
Currently, they are partnering on The Guenoc Valley Project, a 24,000-acre property straddling Lake County and Napa County in California. This project aims to develop luxury residences, resorts, a winery, and polo and golf experiences.[17]
Philanthropy and Other Roles
[edit]Breene served on the Board of Trustees of International House, New York, a nonprofit residence for international students.[18] His contributions to philanthropy have been acknowledged by Queen Elizabeth II Bravery Medal.[19]
Personal Life
[edit]Jonathan J. Breene is married to Criselda Breene.[20]
References
[edit]- ^ "40-Story Setai Resort and Residences Tops Off". benefitspro.com. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "The Setai, New York, and the Trump Ocean Resort, Baja, Mexico". nytimes.com. Retrieved 24 October 2024.
- ^ Sampson, Hannah. "Sale of former Canyon Ranch closes, name changed". miamiherald.com. Retrieved 24 October 2024.
- ^ "Great Barrier Reef Foundation USA". Great Barrier Reef Foundation USA. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "Downtown, an Amenities Rivalry". nytimes.com. Retrieved 24 October 2024.
- ^ Stoneberg, David (2020-06-10). "Massive resort development planned in southern Lake County". The Napa Valley Register. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "Lotusland | Lotusland acquires 22,265-Acre Guenoc Valley Property". Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ Schley, Adrian (2019-01-21). "World's First Powerhouse Hotel in the Arctic Circle". Buildings. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ Living, Haute (2007-07-02). "Setai in the City: The Setai New York". Haute Living. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "The Setai Group Tops Off In Miami Beach And Looks Ahead To The Bahamas". hotelbusiness.com. Retrieved 24 October 2024.
- ^ "Massive Resort Development Approved in California". Club + Resort Business. 2020-07-22. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ Forrester, Neil (2015-11-18). "Pearns Point New Home to the World's Elite". Antigua Barbuda Hotels & Tourism Association. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ Wilson, Drew (2016-08-12). "Miami Beach condo association sues Z Capital Partners, claims 'predatory deceit'". Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "Two-decade effort to 'banish' Lehder legacy resumes". www.tribune242.com. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "西海岸新区文旅引大鳄抢滩 携手缦合缦集团打造国际文旅项目". dzrb.dzng.com. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ "MAHÁ Beijing". BETTER FUTURE. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ Features, Napa Valley (2023-06-10). "Lawsuit seeks to stop massive Guenoc Valley resort development". Napa Valley Features. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ "Media". Guenoc Valley. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ "Jonathan Breene | Dàya Travel". www.daya-voyage.com. Retrieved 2024-10-24.
- ^ Henriette, Hadley (2014-01-23). "Haute Secrets: Criselda Breene". Haute Living. Retrieved 2024-10-24.