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Alongside the challenges , the industry brings many rewards . “ For me , it ’ s twofold ,” Chas enthuses . “ I got into this business because I love to build and create . I wanted to be an architect before I got my construction management degree . Just doing what we do is really rewarding for me personally , but I also love working with people : my family , our employees , subcontractors , and our clients . Working alongside other people who share that passion is rewarding .”
“ Likewise , it ’ s really special for me to be able to do what we love ,” confirms Robert , “ but add the family aspect and Key West heritage to the mix , and we have something very special . Many of us made sacrifices to come back and be part of what we see as a united effort to not only maintain the Spottswood legacy but potentially expand beyond the Keys to accommodate future generations who want to join the family business . Our family dynamics have produced great results for us ; unquestionable trust , the ability to share our different perspectives , and ultimately , to then work towards what we believe to be the right answer .”
While we ’ ve lightly touched on the hospitality side of the business for SCI , there ’ s a new kid in town that Robert is super excited about . Brightwild , a vacation management and travel platform , which exists to connect people in real life through personalized experiences and standout stays .
“ There ’ s one particular project ,” Robert elaborates , “ that showcases our decades of experience , and construction and operational expertise . It ’ s comprised of 26 homes , with up to ten bedrooms , all within a gated community on the water . It ’ s phenomenal and highlights our ability to deliver high-end , luxury homes , combining our building
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experience at Keystar and hospitality background within Brightwild . We ’ re adept at building these types of properties , particularly in the Florida Keys environment . That said , we ’ re also resilient and nimble , able to quickly adapt to whatever we ’ re presented with .”
Looking to the future , while 2023 wasn ’ t the easiest year , Robert is excited and optimistic for what ’ s to come in 2024 and beyond . “ I ’ d like to continue to solidify our reputation as the most capable general contractor in the Florida Keys and bring in those larger projects over the next couple of years that have stalled recently as a result of economic conditions ,” he concludes . ■
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