Pablo Aviles

A former marketing and advertising professional, Pablo knew he’d arrived at his calling in life when he transitioned into a career in real estate. His love of the Tampa Bay area coupled with his passion for creating and design led him to opening a real estate investment company focusing on residential renovations, new construction and land development projects. 

Pablo's desire for continued growth is complemented by his ability to also help buyers and sellers navigate the nuances of what it takes to complete a successful purchase or sale. His style of conducting business is centered on his core values - professionalism and integrity. He also prides himself on providing the highest level of customer service. 

Avilés Venture Group, LLC | Founder/Owner Tampa, FL | Aug 2014 - Present

Real Estate Advisor

• Closed $10MM+ in deals (within the last 2.5 years) providing expert guidance and tailored support to clients.
• Managed client relationships with a focus on long-term satisfaction, repeat business and referrals.
• Expertise in residential property sales, working with buyers, sellers and investors.
• Negotiated favorable terms for clients, consistently securing competitive prices and smooth closings.

Real Estate Investor

• Built a portfolio of 11 properties, including flips, wholesaling and new construction projects with an average ROI of 12%.
• Successfully navigated market fluctuations, mitigating risk while capitalizing on high-potential investments.
• Coordinated with contractors, architects, city officials and financial partners to bring projects to completion.
• Managed budgets and timelines to ensure profitable outcomes on investment properties.

Bavaro’s | Front of House Manager Tampa, FL | Sept 2016 - March 2020

• Managed daily front of house operations for a high-volume, upscale dining establishment, overseeing a staff of 15 employees.
• Led recruitment, hiring and training initiatives, achieving a 75% retention rate among employees.
• Played a key role in driving guest satisfaction, receiving an average rating of 4.8 (out of 5) on customer surveys and consistently exceeding service expectations.
• Collaborated with the owner to develop promotional events that boosted restaurant visibility and community engagement.

Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay | Dir. of Development & Marketing Tampa, FL | Aug 2014 - Jan 2016

• Spearheaded development of a new community outreach program, which was adopted by Rebuilding Together affiliates across the state, expanding the organization's impact.
• Secured over $122K in grants and in-kind donations, significantly increasing the organization’s financial resources and ability to deliver services.
• Established and nurtured strategic partnerships with major corporations and foundations, including Tampa Electric Co., PNC Bank, Florida Blue, Publix Charities and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (Florida Department of Education).
• Developed fundraising initiatives such as GiveDay Tampa Bay and partnerships with local and corporate social responsibility programs, driving increased visibility and funding opportunities.

Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI) | Promotions & Events Manager Tampa, FL | Sept 2009 - Oct 2013

• Oversaw the successful launch of the Mummies of the World exhibition, surpassing attendance goals by 10,000 patrons.
• Established a food truck rally as part of the MOSI After Dark Series, achieving nearly 400% of projected attendance and engaging local college students and young professionals.
• Developed and executed marketing strategies that increased summer camp revenue by 19% year-over-year.
• Cultivated partnerships with over 30 promotional partners, including major brands like McDonald's and Chick-fil-A, as well as Sweetbay Supermarket, a partnership spanning across 90 stores throughout the state of Florida, enhancing community outreach and engagement.
• Negotiated media buys resulting in $429,000 in added value across 23 campaigns.
• Led digital marketing initiatives, including MOSI's first Groupon offer, selling 2,719 vouchers and generating $12,000 in revenue.
• Served as spokesperson for both English and Spanish-speaking media, effectively communicating the museum's mission and programs.
• Supervised a team of assistants and interns, fostering a collaborative work environment.

Straz Center for the Performing Arts | Marketing Manager Tampa, FL | Oct 2008 - June 2009

• Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies for diverse genres, including Urban, Dance, Latin, World, Children’s performances, and Food & Beverage events.
• Managed an annual advertising budget of up to $600,000 across print, radio, television, digital and outdoor platforms, maximizing reach and engagement.
• Negotiated media buys, achieving an average of 3X added value on advertising spend.
• Surpassed profit goals for the Go, Diego, Go! show by $57,000 and sales targets by $206,000.
• Boosted subscriptions for the Kid Time series by 27% and the Wee Folk series by 39% compared to the previous year.
• Enhanced branding for the Kid Time and Wee Folk series to convey educational lessons each performance provides to children.

University of South Florida | B.A. Tampa, FL | 2000-2005

Major: Public Relations | Minor: Business Administration