collective of makers

Founder of Denton House Design Studio. Seasoned architectural and development executive with 25+ years of experience in destination resort and second-home real estate development. Oversaw planning, architecture, and design at Discovery Land Company for nearly a decade.

Versed comprehension of the design process and operations and enhancing the client experience are solid pillars that Joey brings with his decades of experience as a founding Denton House Design Studio member. He continues directing day-to-day operations and business development for Areté Collective projects.

Hospitality and development finance expert with 25+ years of experience, including within Marriott International (primarily The Ritz-Carlton brand), as CFO of Augusta National, and as CFO of Discovery Land Company.

Skilled transactional attorney with experience representing companies of all stages across multiple industries. With a background in emerging companies and private equity practices, in addition to managing the legal needs, Tyler also focuses on the growth and management of our developments, translating strategy into action and creating the groundwork for success.

Dynamic lead with diverse experience and operational acumen, expertise lies in growth strategy, operations, venture capital, and sales. As the former Vice President of Strategy at Discovery Land Company, he drove scalable growth and profitability enhancements. Notably, Ryan spearheaded the seamless integration of development, design, and construction efforts.

Senior financial professional with proven leadership and oversight of global financial operations (North America, Caribbean, Europe, Latin America) in luxury hospitality, real estate development, and private residential club communities.

For more than 15 years, Emily has partnered with clients to shape and execute brand strategies that drive growth for some of the world’s leading companies across luxury, design, real estate, and development.

Tenured luxury residential development executive overseeing the design and community development of multiple luxury destinations, most notably Chileno Bay Club in Los Cabos, Mexico, and Gozzer Ranch in Harrison, Idaho.

Globally recognized interior designer with specialized experience in the luxury design of custom residential homes, private amenity spaces, and other large-scale projects for high-profile clients.

Experienced landscape architect and land planner with decades of expertise in U.S. and international projects, including master planning for resorts, trails, open spaces, and detailed site design and construction.

Experienced leader with 25 years in real estate, brand development, finance, marketing, and sales across diverse industries including master-planned communities, home-building, resorts, marinas, golf courses, retail, F&B, industrial parks, and higher education.

With a strong background in construction management and a proven track record in the industry, Frank is well-equipped to lead our construction team on the North Shore. His wealth of experience, deep understanding of the local area, and commitment to excellence will be instrumental to our success on the North Shore.

With over 12 years of invaluable experience from her time with the Turtle Bay Development team, Kiele brings extensive local development knowledge to our organization. Her deep-rooted understanding of the community and its history makes her a vital asset. A native of Sunset Beach, Kiele is also a dedicated board member of the Turtle Bay Foundation and actively contributes to the Kahuku Burial Committee, reflecting her commitment to preserving the area's heritage.

With over ten years of experience managing operations at Turtle Bay Golf, Travis brings invaluable expertise to our team. His dedication to delivering an exceptional course and outstanding service makes him a valuable asset to Areté Collective. Travis is passionate about encouraging more players to enjoy the game, and he actively supports local philanthropic efforts that benefit the community.