Tony Risk, Founder

Tony Risk is a real estate professional with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Florida. His degree is in Urban Land Use Analysis and Real Estate Finance. He also went on to further his academic qualifications at the prestigious Florida International University’s Masters Program of Hospitality Management concentrating on Hotel Valuation and Restaurant Feasibility.

Tony has been a licensed Real Estate Broker in Florida for over 25 years. He has also been a certified Real Estate Appraiser.

Tony’s introduction to the marine industry began as a boat designer, manufacturer and founder of Manta Ray Catamarans. He also has been involved in yacht brokerage and restorations.

A long time resident of Fort Lauderdale, “The Boating Capital of the World”, Tony enjoys boating, fishing, diving and vacationing in the Florida Keys where he maintains a vacation home. As a result of his life long passion for the water and  recreational boating, Tony brings with him numerous contacts, friends and connections that can be valuable resources to his clients.

Tony was a key player in the negotiation and acquisition of several major marinas and commercial waterfront sites in Florida. He has also been involved in marketing many of the most successful luxury waterfront developments in Florida. His combined knowledge of real estate, hospitality, and the recreational boating industry gives him a unique understanding of the many challenges in today’s fast moving marina business and serves as the foundation of Florida Marina Advisors. His knowledge of the trends that guide growth is the key when venturing into the marina business.

Furthermore, he has an in depth understanding of community development as well as the interests and desires of those individuals and families in the community. This knowledge is important in determining the type and size of marina development best suited to the area along with its potential growth and commercial viability.

Tony is a member of The Riverwalk Trust,  The Urban Land Institute, The Marine Council and The Marine Industries Association.