Michelle Young

Co-Founder

Michelle brings over 25 years of sales and marketing strategy, brand management and operations oversight to the leadership team of DWY Landscape Architects. With a career marked by exceptional achievements, Michelle’s diverse background mirrors her unparalleled passion for innovation and excellence. Her tenure across real estate, hospitality and design industries translates to a multifaceted perspective that enriches every facet of her work.

As the former Vice President of a fully integrated marketing and public relations agency with a portfolio of Fortune 500 brands, Michelle was responsible for business development and led the launch of several high-profile regional real estate projects. Most recently she also served as Vice President of Operations for a luxury residential development firm specializing in boutique waterfront condominium communities that set a new standard for bespoke offerings in downtown Sarasota. The experience gained from working on projects from design, predevelopment and construction through marketing, sellout  and turnover uniquely informs her approach and collaborative decision making.

In her current role, Michelle guides the operations and marketing strategy for the firm. She was born in Tampa, Florida and has lived throughout the Northeast. Michelle holds a degree in Business Administration from West Virginia University with a major in marketing and new product development.

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