Doug Ford

Driven by a passion for selling luxury homes and communities with luxury service and creative  design, Doug thrives at the intersection of real estate, hospitality, and investment. As a luxury lifestyle and concierge property management professional he is known for reaching the buyers and growing ROI for investors through occupancy, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering exceptional client experiences.

Withing 6 months of joining as a director with Compass Development Marketing Group, Doug sold out Summerhill Homes. He currently represents esteemed developers such as The Merrill Trust, Epic Development, and Hedgewood.

Prior to joining Compass, Doug served as Vice President of Operations for Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resorts, overseeing the launch and daily operations of a 115-unit rental beachfront resort. This role encompassed construction management, owner onboarding, financial budgeting, and team leadership across property management, maintenance, and housekeeping.

Bringing a strategic mindset to business development, Doug played a pivotal role at Nocturn Villas & Exceptional Stays, increasing the property portfolio by 70% through sales optimization, incentive programs, and strengthened client relationships. Earlier in his career, Doug led the rental program in Telluride for Auberge Resorts where he spearheaded revenue growth.

With deep expertise in luxury real estate, he previously held key positions at Dorsey Alston Realtors and Telluride Ski & Golf Club, excelling in high-end sales and club management. Additionally, Doug has entrepreneurial experience, having developed and operated a successful restaurant and vacation rental business on Dauphin Island.