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We think of real estate development not as a single practice, but as several interlocking ones. Landscapes are inseparable from structures, ecology is inseparable from building requirements, and improving human relationships is the ultimate goal of any project. Aesthetic movements come and go, but we have found these principles to be timeless.

The principals of Silverfin have proven experience in developing, constructing, operating, marketing, and selling the finest resort and residential properties in the Caribbean region. We strive for honesty and clarity. We value timeliness, direct communication, and deviating from accepted models to achieve new highest and set new standards.

Over the years, we have been fortunate to collaborate with some excellent partners on some wonderful projects, and we believe weighing in on the work's success is a continuous exercise. A building exists in time and its usefulness is directly related to how well it continues to perform. The success of The Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman Resort and Residences is proof of such success, not only is it one of the top resorts in the Caribbean but it completely transformed the Cayman Islands, establishing it as to top Caribbean destination in luxury hospitality and real estate industries

Michael Ryan, the principal of Silverfin, was the founder, majority shareholder, developer, contractor, and asset manager for the multi-million dollar Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman Resort and Residences, rated the number one family resort in the World, and Condé Nast's number one resort in the region for three consecutive years.

Silverfin develops and manages projects in the Cayman Islands, as well as seeking select opportunities in London, Florida, and Asia.

Partners in projects in which Silverfin's principals have been involved include; The Ritz-Carlton, Credit Suisse, Royal Bank of Scotland, Mitsui Sumitomo, former Treasury Secretary John Snow, Fosun, Aviva, Eric Ripert, Greg Norman, Nick Bollettieri, La Prairie, Jean-Michel Cousteau, to name but a few.

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