Craig Robins

Craig, part of the Robins family dynasty, has built his reputation transforming the Miami Design District into a luxury retail and design destination. He’s also married to Jackie Soffer, CEO of Turnberry Associates, forming one of Miami’s most powerful real estate couples.

Robins, CEO of his Design District-based firm, partnered with Brookfield Properties and LVMH subsidiary L Catterton Real Estate to become the district’s largest landowner. The neighborhood is home to brands such as Hermès, Gucci, Chanel and Cartier, as well as Michelin-starred restaurants. Robins also serves on major art boards, co-founded Design Miami, and played a key role in establishing the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami. He can be spotted walking around the neighborhood. 

The death of family patriarch Jerry Robins in 2022 sparked a bitter estate battle between Robins’ sister, Stacey, and his siblings Gina and Scott. Scott and Stacy are also in the real estate business: Scott is a developer and broker who leads the Scott Robins Companies, and Stacy owns her own residential brokerage, the Stacy Robins Companies. 

— Francisco Alvarado