De'Erika Watson

De'Erika Watson is the founder and Principal Agent of The DW Collective, a luxury real estate team with Compass Florida serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Lakeland, and communities across Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, and Manatee counties. A Broker Associate with more than 20 years in the Tampa Bay market, she brings deep local knowledge and strategic insight to executives, investors, and discerning clients navigating high-value, high-stakes transactions.

Her edge comes from an unusual background. A former Financial Analyst, De'Erika brings analytical rigor and business acumen to every deal — helping clients maximize the value of their investments across waterfront estates, million-dollar properties, luxury land, and premier residential real estate. Her earlier work in Human Resources sharpened the communication and problem-solving skills that anchor her client relationships, while a Master of Science in Human Resource Management and a Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Sociology from Florida A&M University reflect the discipline she applies to the business of real estate.

Beyond individual transactions, De'Erika is committed to elevating the profession — educating her clients so they make confident, well-informed decisions, and mentoring the agents across the team she's built. Guided by honesty, integrity, and concierge-level service, she has made The DW Collective a name Tampa Bay's most discerning buyers and sellers trust.

Buying or selling beyond Tampa Bay? Through Compass, one of the nation's largest brokerages, De'Erika's extensive referral network connects clients to trusted agents in every state. At The DW Collective, we don't simply sell homes — we deliver a polished, intentional experience built on market intelligence, sharp strategy, and results. We have the keys. Don't miss your turn!